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2 bed second floor flat for sale in Leith

8/5 Giles Street, Edinburgh, EH6 6DA
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ESPC Chartered Firm
Total Floor Area 52m²
Council Tax Band C
Energy Rating C
Tenure Freehold

Located in the heart of Leith, one of Edinburgh's most vibrant and sought-after areas, this two bedroom second floor flat forms part of a modern development, offering bright accommodation complemented by residents' parking. Freshly painted throughout, the property enjoys a superb location close to an excellent range of cafés, restaurants, bars, and independent shops, as well as convenient transport links, including The Shore tram stop, making it an appealing choice for first-time buyers, professionals, or buy-to-let investors. In move in condition and accessed via the communal stair or lift, the accommodation briefly comprises; entrance hallway with entryphone system and storage, lounge/dining room with two full length windows with Juliet balconies, allowing natural light to flood the room, fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units with co-ordinated worktops and splashback tiling, double bedroom with a built in wardrobe, second bedroom which would make an ideal home office/study, and a partially tiled bathroom with a white suite, heated towel rail and shower over the bath. The property further benefits from electric heating and double glazing. This property has been subject to virtual staging. It should be noted that the property is currently empty as per the 'before' images which have also been uploaded for perusal. Well maintained communal garden grounds surround the development and the property has the convenience of two parking permits within the resident's car park. The communal areas and garden grounds are maintained by James Gibb at a cost of approximately £350 per quarter, and this also includes buildings insurance. Council Tax Band - C

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Leith, Edinburgh East at a glance*

  • Average selling price

    £257,173

  • Median time to sell

    15 days

  • Average % of Home Report achieved

    104.6%

  • Most popular property type

    2 bedroom flat

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* 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 30/09/2025

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