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2 bed top floor flat for sale in Leith

8/12 Giles Street, Edinburgh, EH6 6DA
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ESPC Chartered Firm
Total Floor Area 72m²
Council Tax Band D
Energy Rating D
Tenure Freehold
Key features
  • Open plan sitting room/kitchen
  • Principal bedroom with en suite bathroom
  • 2nd double bedroom
  • Bathroom with 3 piece suite
  • Views of Calton Hill & Edinburgh Castle
  • Secure entryphone system
  • Excellent location close to The Shore
  • Residents permit parking
  • Bright & well proportioned
  • Electric heating & double glazing

Property highlight: 2 bedroomed top floor flat just a stones throw from the vibrant area of The Shore.

This bright & spacious 2 bedroomed top floor flat is situated within a modern development in the heart of Leith and just a stone's throw from the vibrant bars & restaurants at The Shore. The property is bright and well-proportioned throughout, views of Edinburgh Castle & Calton Hill. Further benefits include a secure entryphone system & residents permit parking. Location Leith is a buzzing port district, just two miles northeast of the city centre. This historic and vibrant district is characterised by an eclectic mix of bars, cafés and restaurants. It incorporates the Shore area, a cosmopolitan waterfront with an array of pubs and restaurants, including award-winning restaurants and the Royal Yacht Britannia. There are plenty of shopping facilities in the immediate area and further amenities are easily accessible at Ocean Terminal shopping centre, with a wide range of high street stores, family restaurants, a 24-hour gym and a multiplex cinema. For recreational facilities, the tranquil green spaces of Leith Links and Claremont Park are close by while Leith Victoria Swim Centre provides indoor sport and leisure facilities including a pool, fitness studios and a gym. An efficient bus and tram service run to and from the city centre and there are good road links to all major motorway networks. The Edinburgh tram line provides a direct connection through the city centre to Edinburgh airport. Management The development is currently factored by James Gibb at a cost of approximately £350 per quarter. This cost includes, maintenance of the communal spaces, lift maintenance & residents permit parking. Extras To include all fitted carpets, curtains curtain rails & blinds, integrated washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, oven & hob. Viewing Contact VMH Solicitors 0131 622 2626 (option 1)

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Leith, Edinburgh East at a glance*

  • Average selling price

    £246,828

  • Median time to sell

    22 days

  • Average % of Home Report achieved

    101.3%

  • Most popular property type

    2 bedroom flat

To find out more about the local market, contact VMH Solicitors today.
* 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 31/12/2025

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