1 bed second floor flat for sale in New Town

Located in the sought after New Town area of Edinburgh, on the fringes of Leith Walk is this well presented second floor flat. The flat forms part of a modern development with secure entry, concierge, passenger lift, gas central heating, double glazing, cycle storage and an allocated parking space within a secure gated car park. The accommodation comprises an entrance hallway with two storage cupboards and a larger utility cupboard with washing machine. The good sized lounge is on semi open plan with the hallway and kitchen and has two windows to the rear, one with Juliet balcony. The kitchen is fitted with a range of modern base and wall units with the oven, hob and hood, fridge/freezer and dishwasher to remain. There is a good sized double bedroom with fitted wardrobe and rear facing window. Completing the accommodation is the bathroom with a three piece white suite with shower over the bath. Externally there are shared gardens grounds. There is also a secure locker and bike store on the ground floor. A rear access gate (for residents only) provides easy access to Gayfield Square and the city centre. Early internal viewing of this stylish flat is essential. There is a factoring arrangement in place for the upkeep of common areas including the maintenance of any common buildings, outdoor areas, stair cleaning, concierge, buildings insurance and lift maintenance. The current factor is Hacking & Paterson with a quarterly payment of approximately £500. The popular Leith Walk area of Edinburgh offers a superb range of local shopping options including a Co-op and Tesco Express and is within walking distance of the City Centre. The nearby Omni Centre features a multi-screen cinema as well as restaurants, bars and a health club. The mile-long Leith Walk links the area to the City Centre, and has a truly impressive range of independent shops and outlets. St James Quarter boasts a range of shops, restaurants, cinema and leisure activities and is a short walk away. The area boasts some of the best bus routes for Edinburgh allowing quick and regular travel to the City Centre and beyond whilst the Edinburgh Tram line extension's McDonald Road stop is nearby connecting Newhaven via the City Centre to Edinburgh Airport. The open green spaces of Pilrig Park, Calton Hill, Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat are all within easy reach.