17/9 St. John's Hill, Edinburgh, Off Pleasance, Old Town, EH8 9UQ

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a 50% share ownership of a large 2-bedroomed top floor flat beside Holyrood Park (not suitable for BUY-to-LET PURCHASERS). The property has a more interesting layout (63sqm) than most others in this development and boasts many attractive features plus a clear view of Carlton Hill. There is a well-proportioned living room which gives direct access into the bright kitchen now sporting stylish, brand new fitments and integrated appliances.  Both bedrooms are doubles (master has fitted wardrobes) and there is also a large cupboard off the hall. The most spacious shower room offers modern white sanitary ware, an impressive corner shower cabinet plus a quality infrared electric sauna. Solidly built in 1993, number 17 is a three storey block which provides the added security of an entry system.

Electric heating is complemented by UPVC double glazing.

There are mature landscaped gardens and residents benefit from private parking.

The quarterly factoring and buildings only insurance is £85.48.

The remaining 50% share of the property is owned by Link Housing Association who charge a monthly rent amount is £235.69. Any potential purchaser must meet shared ownership eligibility criteria and will be required to submit an application to Link and be approved as a shared owner. SHAREDOWNERSHIP@CURB.SCOT It may be possible to purchase additional share/s in due course.

This 1990’s development is located just of The Pleasance in Edinburgh’s prestigious Old Town and right beside Holyrood Park. Major tourist attractions, Princes Street and Waverley rail station are all only a short walk away.  Edinburgh University complexes including the Pollock Halls of Residence, The King’s Buildings and George Square are also easily accessible. Leisure options abound including the Royal Commonwealth Pool, various gyms and Duddingston Golf Course.  Regular bus services operate and there are dedicated cycle lanes.

The property lies in Council Tax Band D and has a C-rated Energy Performance Certificate.

The sale price includes carpets, curtains, sauna, integrated oven, microwave, hob and fridge/freezer.

The entire property has been valued by surveyors at £280,000 and the link to the Home Report is available via the ESPC web site.

Telephone Agent 0131 229 3399 (0759 58 20611 out with office hours) to arrange a viewing.