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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · EH14 5FE
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About
Immaculately presented and exceptionally spacious, this four-bedroom semi-detached house is set within the sought-after village of Balerno and offers flexible family accommodation over three levels.
Finished to a high standard throughout, the property boasts bright and stylish interiors, excellent storage, and a well-designed layout ideal for modern living.
Further benefits include a private rear garden, along with a garage and parking space with electric car charger.
The property is quietly positioned close to excellent local amenities, schooling, and scenic walks on the Water of Leith.
Location Balerno is a popular and quiet semi-rural residential area, which lies a few miles south-west of the city centre.
The local area caters for everyday needs with services including mini supermarkets, restaurants and traditional pubs. The regular Balerno Farmers' Market also offers local, fresh produce.
The Gyle is a short drive away, offering an extensive range of high-street stores and supermarkets, as well as a selection of family restaurants.
The Pentland Hills are also on the doorstep and there is excellent fishing at Harlaw and Threipmuir reservoirs, along with nearby walkways and cycle paths.
A championship golf course, leisure club and spa facilities can be found at The Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club at nearby Kirknewton.
Regular buses take you to the city centre and access to the Edinburgh city bypass is within easy reach, providing routes to the north and south, Edinburgh International Airport, the Queensferry Crossing and Glasgow.
Balerno is renowned for its top-ranking primary and secondary schooling, and private education is a short drive away.
Extras To include fitted flooring (with the exception of bedroom 4) carpets; some curtains, poles & blinds; light fittings; oven, hob, cooker hood; fridge/freezer; and dishwasher.
Please note the gym flooring in bedroom 4 is not included within the sale will be replaced with carpet; the freestanding freezer and washing machine excluded.
Management The development is maintained by Ross & Liddell for an annual cost of £200.
Viewings Open Viewing Sunday 2-4pm (no appointment required) or call vmh to arrange an appointment Viewing Open viewing Sun 2-4pm/vmh EPC Rating EPC rating: B
Value & comps
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Returns
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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