Offers over £290,000
2 bed top floor flat for sale in Newington
3F1, 23 Blackwood Crescent, Newington, Edinburgh, EH9 1RA
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- 1 reception room
- 732ft² / 68m²
- EPC rating D
- Council tax band C
- Freehold
Property highlight:
Bright and spacious 2 bedroom top floor flat with picturesque views towards Arthur's Seat.
Key features
- Superb top floor 2 bedroom flat
- Bright and beautifully presented
- Elegant living/dining room with fireplace
- Picturesque views to Arthur's Seat
- Bathroom and separate WC
- Communal garden to rear
Property description
Situated in the popular Newington area, within easy reach of the University of Edinburgh, a wide range of local amenities and the open green spaces of The Meadows, this beautifully presented two-bedroom top floor flat offers bright and well-proportioned accommodation in a highly convenient location with picturesque views towards Arthur's Seat, often featuring breathtaking sunrises. The property is ideally suited to first-time buyers, professionals and investors. Accommodation comprises in brief:
Spacious entrance hall, elegant living/dining room with fireplace and access to kitchen with natural light from above. Two spacious double bedrooms, the primary featuring built-in storage and a convenient wash hand basin. The bathroom, separate wc and utility cupboard are all accessed from the circulation hallway.
Outside: To the rear of the property is a well-maintained enclosed communal garden directly accessed from the communal stair.
Location
Newington is an ideal location for families, professionals and students alike, with excellent nearby local amenities and the University of Edinburgh close by. Fantastic recreational opportunities include The Royal Commonwealth pool and gym a short walk away, The Meadows with its tennis courts and cycle tracks, and the wonderful open spaces of Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat. Prestonfield Golf Club and Priestfield Tennis Club are also just a short distance away. There are regular bus services connecting Newington to other parts of the city and Waverley Train Station.
Communal area
The communal owners of the tenement are in regular communication - the cupola above the communal stairwell was extensively repaired during July 2026 and the lighting to the communal stair is undergoing an upgrade during August 2026.
Fixtures and Fittings
All integrated appliances and floor coverings are included in the sale. White goods and furniture may be available by separate negotiation.
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Property reference: E511863
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