168/17 Albert Street, Edinburgh, EH7 5NA

The property

Situated on the third/top floor of a traditional tenement building on Albert Street in Leith, this attractively-presented flat enjoys a spacious double bedroom, a generous open-plan living area, and modern interiors, plus access to a shared rear garden and unrestricted on-street parking. Lying just a stone’s throw from Leith’s outstanding amenities, including shops, cafes, restaurants, transport links, and green spaces, the flat will no doubt appeal to first-time buyers, city professionals, and rental investors alike. A shared stairwell with secure entry leads to the third/top floor, where you are welcomed into the flat by a bright, high-ceilinged hall with two built-in storage cupboards. Setting the tone for the tasteful, modern interiors to follow, the hall enjoys neutral décor enhanced by a fitted carpet. On your right, you step into the very heart of the home: the open-plan kitchen, living and dining room. Illuminated by a large, recessed sash-and-case window framing leafy views, the living/dining room is decorated in chic grey with white accents, and fitted with the same comfortable carpeting as the hall. The space offers flexibility for various lounge and dining furniture layouts and features an Edinburgh Press with hidden storage and display shelving. The adjoining kitchen is equipped with modern, wood-styled wall and base cabinets framed by a worktop and attractive splashback tiling. An electric oven and grill, a gas hob, and an extractor hood are integrated, whilst a freestanding fridge/freezer is included. A washing machine is housed in one of the hall cupboards. A handy breakfast bar also features in the kitchen. Across the hall, a generous double bedroom awaits. Enjoying chic pastel-green décor framed by elegant cornicing and a carpet, the sunny, southerly-facing bedroom offers ample space for furniture and incorporates an Edinburgh Press. Finally, completing the accommodation on offer is a modern bathroom, comprising a bathtub with an overhead shower and a folding glazed screen, a traditional-style pedestal basin, a toilet, and a mirrored, wall-mounted vanity cabinet. The flat is heated by an efficient gas central heating system. Outside, the city home benefits from access to a south-facing, shared rear garden with lawned and paved areas. Parking on Albert Street and in the vicinity is conveniently unrestricted. Extras: All fitted floor and window coverings, light fittings, integrated appliances, washing machine and fridge freezer to be included in the sale. Features Enviable location in LeithTraditional tenement buildingThird/top-floor flatSecure entry systemEntrance hall with storageGenerous kitchen/living/dining roomSpacious double bedroomModern bathroomSouth-facing shared gardenUnrestricted on-street parkingGas central heating Leith, Edinburgh Situated at the heart of Leith, within walking distance of The Shore, the property enjoys a wealth of services and amenities, practically on its doorstep. Recently named one of the Best Places to Live in Scotland by The Sunday Times, Leith is characterised by its rich maritime history and industrial roots, and has been transformed in recent years into a hub for creative and technology start-ups, as well as first-class cuisine. In addition to a wealth of trendy bars, pubs and restaurants, Leith is home to two Michelin-star restaurants. There is a fantastic range of shops and businesses on Leith Walk and Great Junction Street, plus more than fifty high-street stores at nearby Ocean Terminal. The portside shopping centre also hosts a cinema complex, a 24-hour gym and is the permanent home of The Royal Yacht Britannia. Leith is served by fantastic public transport links with a dense network of local buses travelling across the city and beyond. From 2023 these will be supplemented with the Edinburgh Tram extension, which will provide a direct route from Newhaven to Edinburgh Airport. Leith also allows swift access to the A1, Edinburgh City Bypass and the M8/M9 motorway network. The property falls within the catchment area for Leith Primary School and Leith Academy.