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About
Light and beautifully presented, south-facing, one-bedroom flat with leafy views, forming part of a traditional stone-built terrace.
Conveniently located on a cobbled side street in the Leith area, north of Edinburgh city centre.
Welcoming you into the property, the hallway provides direct access to all rooms, creating a practical and well-designed living space.
The open-plan living room and kitchen continues the same flooring from the hallway and has been finished with light, tasteful décor throughout, while a large window allows an abundance of natural light to fill the room.
The kitchen has been completed to a modern standard, featuring contemporary worktops with matching upstands, a stainless steel sink with drainer, an integrated oven and gas hob, dishwasher, along with a fridge/freezer.
The bedroom is beautifully presented with quality finishes and a large window providing plenty of natural light.
Completing the property, the bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite including a shower over the bath, a ladder-style heated towel radiator, and bespoke fitted storage incorporating a washer/dryer.
Leith is a vibrant and historic port district of Edinburgh, known for its maritime heritage and dynamic city atmosphere, offering a diverse range of boutique shops, artisan cafés, lively bars, restaurants, and supermarkets throughout.
The nearby Shore boasts a cosmopolitan selection of bars, bistros, and Michelin-starred dining, while Ocean Terminal, the Omni Centre, and the recently redeveloped St James Quarter provide an array of high-street stores, eateries, gyms, and multi-screen cinemas.
Green spaces are abundant, with Leith Links, Pilrig Park, and the scenic Water of Leith Walkway all within easy reach.
The area is popular with families, benefiting from several primary schools and secondary education at Leith Academy.
Well connected by road via the A199 and A900, Leith also enjoys excellent public transport links, including regular bus services along Leith Walk and the new tram extension linking Edinburgh Airport to Newhaven.
Council Tax Band: B Tenure: Freehold
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.
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.
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