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See how verdicts work5-bedroom flat · EH3 5EA
Listing removedReduced £20k (−3.4%) on 21 JulListed 129 days
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About
About This Property Occupying a prime position in Edinburgh’s sought-after New Town, this substantial five-bedroom property offers exceptional living space and outstanding potential.
This exceptionally spacious property comprises of a welcoming entrance hall, a bright living room with an attractive bay window, five generously sized bedrooms, a kitchen, two bathrooms, and a useful utility cupboard located off the hall.
All five bedrooms are well-proportioned, making the property ideal for a growing family or an investor seeking a strong rental opportunity.
The property benefits from an existing HMO licence, providing immediate investment potential. Residents also enjoy access to a well-kept shared garden to the rear.
Situated in a highly desirable location, the property is within easy walking distance of some of Edinburgh’s most beautiful green spaces, including the world-renowned Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Inverleith Park with its stunning city views, and the scenic Water of Leith walkway and cycle path, which winds through the city and past picturesque Dean Village.
Brandon Terrace is located at the foot of Dundas Street within Edinburgh’s prestigious New Town Conservation Area.
The nearby neighbourhood of Stockbridge offers an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, bakeries, restaurants and bars, alongside the popular Stockbridge Sunday Market.
Further amenities can be found at Canonmills and Broughton Street, while Waitrose at Comely Bank and Tesco at Canonmills provide excellent grocery shopping options.
The property is also well positioned for access to Edinburgh’s renowned cultural attractions, including the National Portrait Gallery and the Playhouse Theatre.
Excellent transport links are available nearby, with easy access to Waverley Station, local bus services and tram connections to Edinburgh Airport.
Families will appreciate the property’s proximity to some of Edinburgh’s most respected schools, including The Edinburgh Academy, Fettes College, George Heriot’s School and Erskine Stewart’s Melville Schools.
Additional benefits include access to a shared rear garden, permit and metered parking, and a prime location within walking distance of the City Centre, Broughton and Stockbridge, making this an outstanding home or investment opportunity in one of Edinburgh’s most sought-after locations.
The combination of generous accommodation, an established HMO licence, and an enviable New Town address presents a rare opportunity in one of the capital’s most desirable residential areas.
Value & comps
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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.
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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