Summary - 231, HIGH STREET EH1 1PE
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact, characterful one-bedroom flat in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town.
Prime Royal Mile location, moments from Waverley Station and attractions
Set on the iconic Royal Mile, this characterful second-floor flat sits within a handsome 18th-century tenement and offers a compact, well-presented city base. The open-plan living/kitchen benefits from large windows and natural light, with space to dine and contemporary fittings that make it move-in ready. A double bedroom is tucked to the rear for quieter sleep and there is a generous walk-in store and internal hallway for practical everyday living.
The building retains period features such as high ceilings and traditional sash windows, while gas central heating and a modern shower room provide modern comfort. Secure entry and a well-kept communal stair add everyday convenience in this central location. Its position a short stroll from Waverley Station, St Giles’ Cathedral and major cultural attractions makes it particularly well suited as a pied-à-terre or central buy-to-let (short-term letting subject to consents).
Buyers should note this is an average-sized city flat with no private outdoor space and street-facing position on a busy, vibrant High Street — expect city noise and high pedestrian activity. The tenement is historic (c.1750), so while well-maintained now, older building elements may require periodic maintenance. The property sits in a lively, cosmopolitan student neighbourhood and in an area of higher deprivation, which may influence tenant mix and long-term resale considerations.
Overall this flat offers immediate usability, strong central location and clear rental potential, balanced against the realities of historic building maintenance, street noise and lack of outdoor space. It will appeal to buyers seeking a central city base or investors targeting Edinburgh city-centre lets.
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