Summary - 8/5, GILES STREET, EDINBURGH EH6 6DA
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Central Leith location with residents' parking and lift access.
Freehold two‑bedroom flat, approx. 559 sq ft
This second‑floor, two‑bedroom flat in central Leith offers practical, ready‑to‑move‑into accommodation in a modern development. Freshly painted throughout, the layout includes a bright lounge with Juliet windows, a fitted kitchen, double bedroom with built‑in wardrobe and a smaller second room suitable for a home office or guest bedroom. Lift access, well‑kept communal gardens and two resident parking permits add everyday convenience.
The property is freehold and benefits from double glazing and electric heating. Communal maintenance and buildings insurance are included in the service charge (approximately £350 per quarter). Council Tax is band C. The location is a major strength — cafés, restaurants, independent shops and good transport links (including The Shore tram stop) are all within easy walking distance, making this attractive for first‑time buyers or buy‑to‑let investors seeking central Leith living.
Important practical points are stated plainly: the flat is modest in size (about 559 sq ft) and suited to compact urban living rather than large‑family use. Heating is electric, which can mean higher running costs compared with gas, and broadband speeds are listed as average. The wider area is classified as very deprived, which may affect long‑term capital growth and tenant demand in particular parts of the neighbourhood.
Photos have been virtually staged and the property is currently empty; buyers should view the 'before' images and inspect in person to judge condition and scale. Overall, this is a practical, well‑located city flat with low maintenance communal grounds and parking — a clear choice for someone prioritising location and convenience over large internal space.
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