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1 bed top floor flat for sale in Portobello

18/8 Windsor Place, Edinburgh, EH15 2AA
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ESPC Chartered Firm
Total Floor Area 52m²
Council Tax Band D
Energy Rating C
Tenure Freehold
Key features
  • Sitting room
  • Kitchen
  • Double bedroom
  • Bathroom
  • 25% shared ownership
  • Excellent location
  • Close to local amenities
  • Ideal for a first time buyer
  • Residents parking
  • Electric heating & double glazing

Property highlight: Rarely available 25% ownership of a 1 bedroomed top floor flat in the popular Portobello area.

Situated in the sought after Portobello area, this 1 bedroomed top floor flat offers a rare opportunity to purchase a 25% shared ownership with the remaining 75% owned by Harbour Homes. Internally the property is well presented with bright rooms and a view of Arthur’s seat. The property further benefits from unallocated residents parking to the rear. Location The charming seaside district of Portobello is a highly sought after area of Edinburgh with its Promenade and long sandy beach. The open spaces of Rosefield Park, Figgate Burn and Public Park and Portobello Golf Course are situated in the immediate vicinity with Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat also close by. There are excellent and varied shopping facilities and amenities immediately to hand on Portobello High Street which cater for all everyday needs. There are also two major supermarkets within a short drive as well as additional facilities at Fort Kinnaird and Leith's Ocean Terminal. Several major bus routes pass nearby giving easy access into Edinburgh city centre in around 20 minutes. The location is particularly convenient for access on to the City Bypass. Good schooling in both the state and private sectors is easily accessible. Extras To include all fitted floor coverings, curtains, oven, hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Management Please note that we are selling a 25% share of this property with Harbour Homes owning the remaining 75%. Any new purchaser must meet the eligibility criteria for shared ownership and will be required to undergo a financial assessment and approval by Harbour Homes directly. Application forms can be downloaded from their website - https://harbour.scot/homes/looking-for-a-home/shared-ownership/ and any enquires regarding shared ownership can be email to - hello@harbour.scot. At the time of writing a monthly occupancy charge or approx. £284 is payable to Harbour Homes. A quarterly factor fee of £180 covers the costs of stair cleaning, ground maintenance, stair lighting/electricity and block buildings insurance. Viewings Sunday 2 - 4 pm (no appointment necessary) or by appointment contact VMH 0131 622 2626

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Portobello, Edinburgh East at a glance*

  • Average selling price

    £352,737

  • Median time to sell

    19 days

  • Average % of Home Report achieved

    104.1%

  • Most popular property type

    2 bedroom flat

To find out more about the local market, contact VMH Solicitors today.
* Figures are based on properties marketed and sold through ESPC. Home Report valuations relate to properties where the Home Report was available on espc.com. Figures relate to the 3 month period ending on 28/02/2025

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