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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · EH6 8QH
Under offerListed 65 days
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About
79A Dickson Street is a beautifully presented three-bedroom bungalow with a private west-facing garden, located on a quiet street in Leith.
The home has been comprehensively refurbished by the present owners to include upgraded wall, floor and ceiling insulation, new services, kitchen, bathrooms and full redecoration, making it highly energy efficient and presented in turnkey condition.
The front entrance is entirely flat with no steps, allowing easy access.
The large open-plan kitchen, dining and living room is to the rear of the home, with bi-fold doors opening onto the west-facing private garden and patio.
The kitchen and island are beautifully finished with a marble-effect Dekton worktop and light wood cabinets.
Integrated appliances including a five-ring gas range cooker, AEG fridge/freezer and dishwasher. A wood-effect floor runs throughout this generous entertaining space.
Underfloor heating runs throughout the property, The living area sits just behind the kitchen and dining space, with a wood burner as a focal point.
The principal bedroom is to the front of the home with an integrated wardrobe and en suite shower room, fitted with Porcelanosa sanitary ware.
Double bedrooms two and three are both in the middle of the home. Double bedroom 3 has a sizeable integrated wardrobe.
The family bathroom has a shower over the bath, again fitted with Porcelanosa sanitary ware.
A utility cupboard off the wide hallway houses an integrated washing machine and tumble dryer, along with excellent storage. Double glazing is fitted throughout the property.
The west-facing garden is accessed directly from the kitchen through the bi-fold doors. There is also access around the side of the property from front to back.
The garden is laid with paving nearest the house and lawn beyond, creating a low-maintenance outdoor space that flows naturally from the home.
EPC Band C Dickson Street is a residential street in Leith, located less than 1.5 miles north-east of Edinburgh city centre.
Situated between Leith Walk and Easter Road, the area is characterised by traditional tenement buildings alongside more contemporary residential developments.
Day-to-day shopping is available on nearby Leith Walk and Easter Road, both of which offer an extensive range of independent shops, convenience stores, cafés, restaurants and bars.
The wider Leith area offers an excellent range of amenities, with The Shore, Leith Links and Ocean Terminal all within easy reach, while the St James Quarter and the wider city centre are readily accessible.
Transport connections are excellent, with frequent bus services operating along Leith Walk and Easter Road.
Balfour Street tram stop is a short walk away, providing direct services through the city centre and West End to Edinburgh Airport.
79A Dickson Street falls within the catchment for Lorne Primary School and Leith Academy, as well as St Mary’s RC Primary School and Holy Rood RC High School.
Excellent independent schools within easy reach include Edinburgh Academy, Fettes College, ESMS and George Heriot’s School.
Value & comps
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