1-bedroom house · EH3 9DH
Listing removedListed 220 days · slow let
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About
STUDENTS ONLY - Rooms from £1191 per person per month Portsburgh Court offers modern student living in the heart of Edinburgh at 56 Lady Lawson Street, perfect for students who want comfort, convenience, and a lively city lifestyle.
With the University of Edinburgh just 0.4 miles away, getting to lectures is quick and easy.
Why Students Love Portsburgh Court Central Location Live in the heart of Edinburgh close to universities, cafes, and historic spots.
Modern Rooms Choose from comfortable en-suite rooms or private studios. All Bills Included Water, electricity, heating, gas, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance covered.
Great Amenities Access to gym, study spaces, laundry, and bike storage. Fast Wi-Fi Stay connected for study, streaming, and gaming.
Student-Friendly Area Close to parks, restaurants, and shopping areas. Easy Transport Bus and tram stops just a short walk away.
Portsburgh Court is a great option for students looking for comfortable, well-connected student accommodation in Edinburgh with everything they need for a balanced university lifestyle.
Value & comps
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Returns
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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.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
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