1 bed third floor flat for sale in Leith

Property highlight: Extremely engaging, well presented top (3rd) floor flat filled with light.

6/15 Academy Street is an extremely engaging, bright and beautifully presented top (3rd) floor flat, with plenty of storage, forming part of a traditional stone tenement building. The home is superbly situated near the delightful Leith Links and very close to an array of local amenities. Entered by way of a shared entrance, the front door opens onto the entrance hall. There is a lovely living room / kitchen with a delightful elevated outlook to the rear of the building. Light bounces off the stripped, sanded and lightly varnished original floorboards, whilst there is ample space for a comfortable seating area in addition to a table and chairs. The kitchen area is fitted with both wall and base mounted cabinetry and a contrasting worktop. Metro style tiles create the splashback. The appliances comprise gas hob, electric oven, extractor hood and a washing machine. Plumbing is also in place for a dishwasher. The appealing, sophisticated double bedroom is also to the rear and benefitting from a large fitted cupboard with double hanging rails and another cupboard above it. The shower room (with a large shower cubicle) and WC are conveniently separate, whilst a cupboard in the hall provides handy storage space and currently houses the fridge/freezer. An additional cupboard is located over the shower room. Heating and hot water are provided by gas central heating. To the rear of the building is a shared drying green. Residents’ permit holder parking is available on the street outside. Enjoying a surge in popularity, the vibrant area of Leith is a lively hub of eating, socialising and shopping spots, situated within walking distance of the city centre. Named by Time Out as one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world (2023), the area offers an excellent choice of amenities, with various food stores, independent retail outlets, supermarkets (Tescos is less than a minute from the front door), post offices and banks right on its doorstep. The neighbouring Shore district offers Edinburgh’s best dining experience, with Michelin star restaurants and a whole host of award-winning bars, bistros and restaurants. The green open spaces of Leith Links, less than a minute away, offer great leisure and recreational opportunities. For the fitness enthusiast, Leith Victoria swim centre is within easy walking distance and offers a swimming pool, fitness classes and gym. Leith enjoys an excellent 24-hour transport system into the city centre and direct bus links to the airport, day and night. A nearby tram stop is approximately a two minute walk away. All blinds, light fittings and integrated appliances are included in the sale price.