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See how verdicts workStudio flat · EH12 8YW
For saleListed 8 days
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About
An excellent opportunity has arisen to acquire this generously proportioned ground-floor studio flat, offering superb potential for buyers looking to modernise and put their own stamp on a property.
Conveniently positioned close to a range of local amenities and transport links, the flat will appeal to a variety of purchasers, including first-time buyers, downsizers and those seeking a project.
A welcoming entrance hallway provides access to the accommodation and benefits from a handy storage cupboard.
The bright and spacious reception room doubles as a bedroom and enjoys an attractive triple-window outlook, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the space.
A pull-down bed offers a practical space-saving solution, while a further useful cupboard provides additional storage.
The well-appointed kitchen is fitted with a range of integrated white goods and benefits from under-unit lighting.
Completing the accommodation is a partially tiled bathroom suite fitted with a shower over the bath. A further good-sized cupboard provides additional storage.
Further benefits include electric heating, double glazing and a secure door entry system. The property is factored at approximately £60 per calendar month.
This property has been subject to virtual renovation to show the effect of a makeover on the property.
It should be noted that the property is currently empty as per the 'before' images which have also been uploaded for perusal.
Externally, residents can enjoy access to shared garden space, while unallocated residents' parking is available within the development.
Council Tax Band - A Viewing By appt through Neilsons EPC Rating EPC rating: D
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
Returns
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Short let unlikely to be allowed
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
0.0% below asking
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Deal
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About 174/4 Fauldburn, Edinburgh, EH12 8YW
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