Summary - 8C/2, ABERCROMBY PLACE, EDINBURGH EH3 6LB
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Characterful New Town basement flat with garden access and strong central location.
Georgian terrace location in Edinburgh New Town conservation area
High ceilings, sash windows, ornate cornicing and feature fireplace
Two double bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes
Modern bathroom; galley kitchen with integrated appliances
Basement flat accessed via external stairs; limited natural light potential
Electric heating (mix of storage and modern digital heaters)
Shared under-pavement cellar; eligibility for Queen Street Gardens key
On-street Zone 2 permit parking; council tax above average
Set within a handsome Georgian terrace on Abercromby Place, this two-bedroom basement flat offers classic New Town character and city-centre convenience. High ceilings, sash windows and ornate cornicing give the principal rooms period charm, while a modern bathroom and integrated kitchen appliances provide everyday practicality.
The layout includes a bright sitting room, galley kitchen, two double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, and hallway storage cupboards. Electric heating is installed (a mix of storage heaters and newer digitally controlled units) and an under-pavement cellar provides useful communal storage. The flat is eligible to apply for a key to the private Queen Street Gardens — a rare local benefit.
Practical considerations are straightforward: this is a basement-level flat accessed down an external flight of steps, with on-street Zone 2 parking and an EPC rating of D. Council tax is above average. Broadband speeds (c.80 Mbps) and mobile signal are good, making the property suitable for modern working life despite its period setting.
This property will suit a buyer seeking central New Town living with strong character and modest updating potential — first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors prepared for an older building. The flat presents an attractive entry into a UNESCO World Heritage location but buyers should budget for ongoing maintenance typical of historic properties and note its basement position.
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