5/1 Buckingham Terrace, Edinburgh, EH4 3AB

2 Bed Flat - First Floor with 1 Reception Room

Sale history

£425,000 in February 2018

The property

The first floor flat is situated in an elegant, leafy, crescent, adjacent to Queensferry Road and close to Dean Bridge, the attractive two-bedroom flat has open outlooks from both the front and rear of the property.Situation Buckingham Terrace is located parallel to Queensferry Road, from which it is separated by a grassy garden area containing shrubs and mature trees. The terrace, which is in a conservation area, is close to Dean Bridge and approximately one mile to the west of Edinburgh city centre. It is well served by public transport and has good access to all the city`s facilities and amenities. The area is close to quality schools in both the public and private sectors. Recreational facilities, shopping, art galleries, museums and parks are all within a few minutes` travel from the flat, as are the West-end and Stockbridge retail areas. Car parking for residents, by City Council permit, is available in Buckingham Terrace. For a modest fee, owners can apply for privileged access to the nearby Belgrave Crescent private garden area which borders the Water of Leith. Externally and internally, this traditional Victorian property in a visually pleasing terrace has been well maintained. The external stonework, chimney stacks, and roof, are in excellent condition and have regularly been professionally attended to. The flat is in good functional and decorative order throughout. It is centrally heated from a regularly-serviced gas boiler located in the kitchen. A security alarm is fitted. Storage facilities are extensive, principally consisting of two large walk-in cupboards accessed from the hallway. The purchase price includes internal lighting fitments, carpets, a hardwood timber floor in the kitchen, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, and whatever existing items of furniture as may be requested by the purchaser.

  • Shared Entrance

    8.7 m X 2.4 m / 28'7" X 7'10"

    External stone steps and landing lead to the impressive main entrance doorway which is shared with two other flats in the property. The internal large hallway (approx 8.7 x 2.4 metres) is floored with the original decorative terracotta tiles and contains a corniced ceiling and carpeted stairway and landings leading to the upper floors. Installed lighting is courtesy of the City Council, for which there is no separate charge. At the top of the stairwell, access (by ladder) can be gained through a hatch to the external roof.

  • Hallway

    8 m X 2.6 m / 26'3" X 8'6"

    The traditional hallway gives access to all rooms in the flat. There is ceiling-recessed lighting and above the hallway ceiling is an extensive storage area, accessible through a ceiling hatch. Natural light percolates into the hallway through an internal window from the lounge. There are 4 power sockets and two radiators. Walk-in cupboards (each approx 1.4 x 1.1 metres) – Two walk-in cupboards, giving ample storage space are accessed from the hallway. One cupboard is partly shelved. It contains the electricity and gas meters, and a freezer. There are two power sockets in that cupboard.

  • Living Room

    6.25 m X 4.2 m / 20'6" X 13'9"

    This is a tasteful room with a large bay-window looking on to Buckingham Terrace, with its shrubs and mature trees, and beyond. The impressive fireplace, ceiling cornice, and picture rail around the room, are in pristine condition. A “living flame” gas fire is in place, requiring a simple connection to the immediately adjacent gas supply pipe. An approved chimney flue was installed in 2014, since when it has been annually checked by Scottish Gas. There are two radiators and 8 power sockets in the lounge.

  • Master Bedroom

    5.4 m X 3.6 m / 17'9" X 11'10"

    The large master bedroom faces on to Buckingham Terrace. Outside the window is a small stone balcony with an ornate wrought-iron balustrade. Unadorned coving surrounds the ceiling. There is a radiator and 6 power sockets.

  • Second bedroom/ Sittingroom

    5.55 m X 3.25 m / 18'3" X 10'8"

    This bright room is located at the rear of the property, with a large window giving an open outlook along a quiet mews and domestic gardens. A large, shelved, wall-cupboard exists as do 6 power sockets and a radiator.

  • Bathroom

    2.4 m X 1.5 m / 7'10" X 4'11"

    The bathroom is located at the rear of the flat. It contains a bath, electric shower unit, washbasin and w.c. The walls are fully tiled.

  • Kitchen

    3.3 m X 2.9 m / 10'10" X 9'6"

    This is located at the rear of the building. The kitchen is fully fitted with extensive worktops and cupboards. The flooring is hardwood. The combi-boiler is discreetly located. Appliances consist of a Belfast sink, dishwasher, fridge, and washing machine. There are 9 power points (plus those for the appliances), and the gas meter. A hand-operated clothes pulley is installed. All of these are included in the sale.

  • Other

    A Home Report is available from the selling agents. Local Council Tax is band F. Rateable value is £1,127. The owner can apply for membership of both the nearby Dean Gardens and Belgrave Crescent Gardens associations, on payment of modest annual fees. Share of costs relating to mutually-owned property in 5 Buckingham Terrace is 22.84% Date of entry is by arrangement and can be as soon as the purchaser requires, subject to completion of the legal process. Sizes are by electronic measurement and are approximate. A purchaser would have to confirm their accuracy.

Council Tax Band A
Total Floor Area 95 m2
Energy rating D

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