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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · EH10 7EG
Under offerListed 255 days
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About
Immaculately Presented Two Bed Two Bathroom First Floor Flat in Modern Development in Prestigious Fairmilehead Located in this very popular area on the outskirts of Edinburgh is this contemporary apartment which would make an ideal home for young professionals, downsizers or investors.
It is beautifully maintained with bright, spacious accommodation comprising a triple aspect living/dining room, kitchen/breakfast room with good range of fitted units & appliances, a principal bedroom suite with walk in wardrobe & ensuite shower room, second double bedroom and family bathroom.
Well-maintained and ideal for professionals, downsizers, or investors, it provides excellent transport links into nearby Morningside and the city centre, convenient shopping in a quiet setting close to amenities.
Communal hallway with lift to first floor L shaped hallway with large storage cupboard Sunny triple aspect living/dining room with floor to ceiling windows with Juliette balconies, an elegant stone fire surround with fuel effect fire and space for a dining table making it perfect for entertaining Good sized kitchen with wide range of modern units & appliances and space for a breakfast table Principal bedroom suite with walk in wardrobe and fully tiled ensuite shower room with walk in shower, fitted vanity sink unit & wc Second double bedroom with fitted wardrobes Family bathroom with large walk in shower, fitted vanity sink unit & wc Gas fired central heating from boiler located in the kitchen (replaced 2024) and supplemented by hot water storage cylinder Upvc framed double glazed windows Communal lift, hallway and well-maintained gardens surrounding the development Allocated parking space Factor fee of approx.
£143pcm to cover maintenance of the building & grounds and block buildings insurance Fairmilehead is an extremely popular area in the south of the city with excellent transport links to Morningside and its wide range of supermarkets (including Waitrose and M&S Simply Food), independent shops, speciality food stores, coffee shops, bars and restaurants.
Local shopping is available at the crossroads and larger supermarkets at Hunters Tryst, Colinton and Straiton Retail Park.
There are a wide range of amenities available a short distance away, including a library, the very popular Dominion Cinema and Church Hill Theatre.
There are amazing walks and open spaces on the doorstep including the Pentland Hills, Fairmilehead Park, Braid Hills & the Mortonhall Estate and there are plenty of gyms & golf courses in the vicinity, together with Midlothian Snowsports Centre.
The property is in the catchment for Pentland & St Peter’s RC Primary Schools and Firrhill & St Thomas of Aquin’s High schools. George Watsons & Heriots are also within easy travelling distance.
There is easy access to the city bypass and the motorway network beyond, with numerous bus services into Morningside and the city centre.
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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About 1/5 Margaret Rose Avenue, Edinburgh, EH10 7EG
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