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£240,000

2 bed flat for sale
St Leonards Street, Newington, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH8

    • 2 beds

  • EPC Rating: C

Just added
Freehold
Added on 14/09/2026

About this property

  • Highly sought-after Newington location

  • Close proximity to University of Edinburgh

  • Generous, well-proportioned accommodation

  • Excellent period features and character

  • Bright and naturally light interiors

  • Shared rear garden

  • Close to Old Town, Holyrood Park & Edinburgh city centre

A charming two-bedroom second-floor tenement flat in sought-after Newington, offering an exciting opportunity to create a beautiful home or investment with a superb location close to Arthur’s Seat, the Old Town and the University of Edinburgh.

An exciting opportunity to acquire a charming two-bedroom second-floor tenement flat in the heart of Edinburgh's highly sought-after Newington district. Rich in period character and offering excellent scope to enhance, this property presents the perfect opportunity to create a beautiful city home or investment.

37A, 2F2 St Leonards Street is an attractive two-bedroom second-floor flat boasting many of the timeless features synonymous with Edinburgh's traditional tenements, including generous proportions, impressive ceiling heights and an abundance of natural light.

Having been a successful rental property for many years, the flat offers an exciting opportunity for a new owner to refresh and personalise the interiors, with particular scope to modernise the kitchen and shower room to suit contemporary living.

The accommodation comprises a bright and spacious living room with a kitchen located just off the main living space, two well-proportioned double bedrooms, a shower room and a separate WC. While perfectly functional, the kitchen and bathroom offer excellent potential for tasteful updating, allowing buyers to add both style and value while complementing the property's attractive period features.

Offering excellent flexibility for buyers, this property is ready to move into and provides the perfect opportunity to make it your own, with scope for personalisation to suit individual tastes.

Externally, the property benefits from access to a shared rear garden, providing a pleasant outdoor space for residents to enjoy.

Properties offering this combination of character, potential and prime location are increasingly rare. Whether you're seeking a home to make your own, an exciting refurbishment project or a long-term investment, this charming Newington flat offers an outstanding opportunity to create something truly special.

St Leonards Street enjoys an excellent position on the edge of Edinburgh's historic Old Town, within the vibrant and popular Newington district. The area is renowned for its superb selection of cafés, restaurants, bars and independent shops, with nearby Clerk Street, Nicolson Street and the city centre offering an extensive range of amenities. Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park are just a short walk away, providing outstanding green space and panoramic views across the city. The property is also exceptionally well placed for the University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, making it a popular location with professionals, students and investors alike. Excellent public transport links provide easy access throughout the city, while Waverley Station and the City Bypass are both readily accessible.

Included in sale: White goods

Fees and charges: N/A

Home Report value: £245,000.

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  • Council tax band

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