Summary - 88, BIRKENSIDE, GOREBRIDGE EH23 4JE
Newly redecorated throughout, move-in ready
Freehold upper villa with two double bedrooms
Large private garden; driveway for up to two cars
Gas central heating; EPC C
Council tax band B; approx 776 sq ft
Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband
Area classified as very deprived; potential resale risk
External areas need landscaping/ongoing maintenance
This well-presented 2-bedroom upper villa has been recently redecorated and is move-in ready for first-time buyers or professionals. The flat offers a bright living room, a separate fitted kitchen and gas central heating, all set within a traditional mid-20th-century semi-detached building. The property is freehold and comes with a large private garden and driveway with space for two cars — unusual benefits for a flat.
Practical details include an EPC rating of C, council tax band B, excellent mobile signal and fast broadband, supporting modern working-from-home needs. The accommodation totals approximately 776 sq ft with two double bedrooms and a single family bathroom; built-in storage and a conventional, efficient layout make the flat straightforward to live in.
Buyers should note the wider context: the area is classified as very deprived with an "outer city hardship" profile and local social challenges. This may affect long-term resale values and the local services mix. The garden and external areas would benefit from some landscaping and upkeep to maximise kerb appeal.
Priced competitively at £137,000 (home report valuation around £140,000), this property suits first-time purchasers seeking a ready-to-live-in home with outdoor space, or investors seeking a straightforward let in a commuter-friendly town with rail links to Edinburgh.
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