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3 bed second floor flat for sale in New Town

5/2 Nelson Street, New Town, Edinburgh, EH3 6LF
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ESPC Chartered Firm
Total Floor Area 126m²
Council Tax Band F
Energy Rating C
Tenure Freehold
Key features
  • Impressive second floor Georgian flat in Edinburgh's New Town.
  • Three double bedrooms and a study.
  • Sitting room and modern kitchen/breakfast room.
  • May apply for access to Queen Street Gardens East.
  • Large storage cupboard and under pavement cellar.
  • Garage space situated in Dublin Meuse available separately.

Property highlight: Residents may apply for access to Queen Street Gardens East (on payment of an annual fee).

Flat 2, 5 Nelson Street is a magnificent second floor apartment situated in the heart of Edinburgh's prestigious New Town. Forming part of an A-listed Georgian tenement the property offers beautiful period features such as original cornicing, generously proportioned rooms with high celings and sash and case windows with working shutters. The apartment, which is accessed via a well maintained shared entrance with secure door entry system, occupies the entire second floor of the building. A secure storage cupboard is situated in the basement and a dry lined cellar, also accessed via the basement, is located under the pavement. Whilst the accommodation would now benefit from some modernisation, it offers superb potential to create a stunning home in a highly sought after area, with a wealth of outstanding amenities on the doorstep. We believe that the original wooden and flagstone floors still exist under the carpets. The accommodation comprises - a wide entrance hall with two storage cupboards, one of which houses the water tank; elegant and impressive sitting room with twin west facing windows, fireplace, panelling and cornicing; modern kitchen/breakfast room with ceiling mounted drying rack and utility room off; double bedroom 1 with twin windows, fireplace and storage cupboard; double bedroom 2 with two storage cupboards; double bedroom 3 (currently used as a dining room) with storage cupboard; study with connecting doors to the sitting room and double bedroom 2; and bathroom. The rear of apartment benefits from the morning sunshine and by the afternoon the front rooms are flooded with sunlight. Residents of Nelson Street may apply for access to Queen Street Gardens East, situated just a few steps away at the top of the road, on payment of an annual fee. A parking space within a secure garage on Dublin Meuse is available by separate negotiation for Offers in the region of £50,000. The garage, which has 4 shared spaces, has light, power and water. On-street parking is also available by way of a residents parking permit. The Local Area Nelson Street enjoys a prime position in Edinburgh's New Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and conservation area. It is a short walk from from St James Quarter, Multrees Walk, Princes Street, and George Street. There are exceptional bars and restaurants right on the doorstep whilst theatres, cinemas, galleries, and Edinburgh's globally renowned cultural attractions are all in easy reach, from The Playhouse and The Scottish National Portrait Gallery to The Everyman Cinema and Scott Monument. Fantastic recreational opportunities within walking distance include Nuffield Gym at the Omni Centre and Bannatyne's Health Club on Queen Street. The area offers a host of green spaces including The Royal Botanic Garden, Inverleith Park and the Water of Leith Walkway. Daily shopping needs are met by the many high street and independent local supermarkets and delis, whilst larger stores such as the Tesco at Canonmills are also nearby. An ideal location for superb transport links, Edinburgh Waverley Train Station and bus station are both within walking distance and the trams offers direct access Edinburgh Airport and down to the coast at Newhaven. Extras All curtains, blinds, light fittings, fitted flooring and white goods are included in the sale price. Other items may be available via separate negotiation. The property is fitted with gas central heating.

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New Town, Edinburgh City Centre at a glance*

  • Average selling price

    £426,160

  • Median time to sell

    57 days

  • Average % of Home Report achieved

    98.9%

  • 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 6 month period ending on 31/05/2026

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