1-bedroom flat · EH17 7SB
Listing removedListed 99 days · slow let
Opportunity summary
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About
An immaculately presented and spacious one-bedroom first-floor flat, situated on a peaceful side street in the well-established residential area of Gilmerton, just south of Edinburgh city centre.
This beautifully refurbished property offers the following: a welcoming hallway that leads to all rooms, a bright and spacious lounge/kitchen area with views of the meticulously maintained garden, a modernised kitchen equipped with an array of base and wall-mounted units, a generously sized double bedroom with a large built-in wardrobe, and a stylish W/C with a shower enclosure.
Gilmerton is a well-established community offering a range of recreational activities, including several golf courses, sports centres, and public parks.
The area features open countryside ideal for walking and cycling. Local amenities include a variety of specialist shops on Drum Street, as well as Lidl and Morrisons supermarkets nearby.
For broader shopping options, Cameron Toll Shopping Centre and Straiton Retail Park are easily accessible.
Educational facilities are conveniently located, with Gilmerton Primary and Gracemount High School in close proximity.
Regular bus services run to and from the city centre via Gilmerton Road, and the city bypass provides easy access to the motorway network and major retail parks such as Straiton, Fort Kinnaird, and The Gyle.
EPC rating: D. Landlord Registration Number: Pending. Letting Agent Registration Number: LARN 1808007.
Value & comps
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Returns
Short let unlikely to be allowed
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Deal
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.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
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About Nether Craigour, Little France, Edinburgh, EH17
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