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1 bed flat for sale in Leith

8/2 Kirk Street, Pilrig, Edinburgh, EH6 5EY
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ESPC Chartered Firm
Total Floor Area 41m²
Energy Rating D
Tenure Freehold
Key features
  • A C-listed ground-floor city flat with stylish interiors
  • Part of a sought-after conservation area
  • Near superb amenities and bus and tram links
  • Private main-door entrance to welcoming hall
  • Open-plan kitchen/living/dining room
  • One double bedroom with built-in storage
  • Modern 2pc shower room and separate 1pc WC
  • Controlled permit parking (Zone N7)

Welcome to a stylish main-door city flat set on the ground level of a C-listed mid-19th century classical tenement with a highly sought-after location by Leith Walk. This beautiful home enjoys a harmonic blend of period character alongside sympathetic modern interiors that are elegant and deeply inviting. It further boasts a southwest-facing reception area with an open-plan kitchen, a good-size double bedroom, and a premium two-piece shower room and separate toilet. It also has access to a communal courtyard garden that is brimming with character. Altogether, it is a wonderful home that will appeal to a very large demographic.   Extras: all fitted floor and window coverings, light fittings, integrated kitchen appliances (oven, gas hob, and extractor hood), a freestanding fridge/freezer and the ottoman bed to be included in the sale.  Features • A C-listed ground-floor city flat with stylish interiors • Part of a sought-after conservation area • Highly desirable location in the capital • Near superb amenities and bus and tram links • Private main-door entrance to welcoming hall • Open-plan kitchen/living/dining room • Shaker-inspired kitchen and wooden worktops • Period cornicing, picture rail, and feature fireplace • One double bedroom with built-in storage • Modern 2pc shower room and separate 1pc WC • Characterful courtyard garden for communal use • Controlled permit parking (Zone N7) • Traditional 12-pane sash and case windows • Gas central heating system Area - Pilrig, Edinburgh Situated between the vibrant districts of Leith and Broughton, Pilrig is a highly desirable residential area offering the perfect balance of city convenience and neighbourhood charm. Just over a mile from Edinburgh City Centre, the area enjoys excellent connectivity while retaining a peaceful, community feel. Pilrig benefits from a superb selection of local amenities. Nearby Leith Walk offers an eclectic mix of cafes, restaurants, independent shops and everyday conveniences, while the cosmopolitan Shore area provides stylish waterfront dining and bars. Residents are also within easy reach of the St James Quarter and the renowned shopping and leisure facilities of the city centre. For outdoor space, the attractive Pilrig Park offers beautifully maintained green space ideal for walking, relaxing and recreation. The historic Calton Hill and the open green expanses of Holyrood Park are also easily accessible. Transport links are excellent, with regular bus services and the nearby tram providing swift access to the city centre, Edinburgh Waverley Station and Edinburgh Airport. The area is also well positioned for road links out of the city. Combining traditional tenement architecture with modern developments, Pilrig appeals to a wide range of buyers including professionals, first-time purchasers and investors seeking strong rental demand in a central yet residential setting.

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Leith, Edinburgh East at a glance*

  • Average selling price

    £243,063

  • Median time to sell

    23 days

  • Average % of Home Report achieved

    100.7%

  • 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 3 month period ending on 31/01/2026

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