Description

Centrally located, two-bedroom third floor apartment within the highly renowned and sought after New Town in Edinburgh. Potential to extend into attic space, subject to planning/building consent. The current owners have had architect drawings compiled and these can be shared upon request. The bright and neutrally decorated accommodation comprises: welcoming hallway with storage cupboard; spacious sitting/dining room with exposed brick feature wall with original fireplace; modern kitchen with ample wall and base units, tiled splashback and integrated appliances; two double bedrooms, both with feature fireplaces and ample space for freestanding bedroom furniture; and a shower room with skylight above allowing natural light into the room and comprising shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC which completes the accommodation. The property has the benefit of gas central heating, original hardwood flooring throughout and double glazing with additional secondary glazing. On street permit parking (zone 2) which add to the appeal of the property. Access to the private East Queen Street Gardens is dependent upon successful application to the shareholder committee. Elder Street is comfortably nestled between Edinburgh’s renowned Multrees Walk and the newly built St James Quarter, within Edinburgh’s New Town UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its central location provides everything one could need for all walks of life, from retail shopping on the doorstep, close by Princes Street also offers cultural, social and high street commerce, a myriad of speciality shops, bistros, restaurants and bars along York Place and George street, as well as banking branches, a post office, Picardy Place Tesco express, Playhouse theatre are all in the area and multiple supermarkets further afield at Canonmills and Comely Bank. Close by Omni centre offers a gym, a number of bars, eateries, leisure activities and a multi-screen cinema. Outdoor leisure can be found in the nearby St Andrew Square, Princes Street Gardens and the private Queens Street Gardens. Travel is easily accessible with the property overlooking Edinburgh’s bus station, as well as Picardy Place tram stop round the corner offering direct access to Edinburgh international Airport. Furthermore, Edinburgh Waverly railway station is 0.3 miles away, and provides cross country railway travel. Vehicular access to the Queensferry Crossing and the central belt motorway system is straight forward via the A90 Queensferry Road. All window furnishings (curtains, curtain poles, blinds etc), fitted floor coverings, light fixtures and appliances (both integrated and free standing) are included in the sale. No warranties or guarantees will be provided. Additionally, the property has the potential to be extended into the attic space. No planning application has been sought or implied. Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation, all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds and required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents. EPC: D Council Tax: E - £2569.91 inclusive of water and sewage* (*based on 2024/2025 tax year) - The City of Edinburgh Council Tenure: Freehold Electricity Supply: Mains connection – The fuse board is located in the entrance hall. Water Supply: Scottish Water Sewerage: Scottish Water Heating: Gas fired central heating with combi boiler located in the attic. Broadband: 1000 MBPS (Potential download speed) Mobile Signal/Coverage: Full 4G and potential 5G outdoor coverage Parking: On street permit and pay-and-display parking is available on Elder Street and surrounding streets under zone 2 (Permits obtained upon application to The City of Edinburgh Council and payment of fees) All statements contained herein are believed to be correct but are not guaranteed and interested parties must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy.