Ranging in price from £43,000 to £110,000, these properties are on the market now, dotted all around the city. Nine of the 10 properties are flats, with the other a one-bedroom ‘park home’. Some of the properties are part-ownership and some are part of elderly accommodation complexes, while others are flats in need of some renovation work to breathe new life into them.
. 12/1 West Pilton Road
Currently available at offers over £43,000 for 25 per cent ownership of this property, to be shared with Castle Rock Edinvar Housing Association. This lovely property has a beautifully presented interior with a west-facing aspect from the two public rooms ensuring lots of natural light filtering in from lunchtime onwards. Great features include French windows in the living room, a fully equipped and ready to use kitchen with space for dining, two double sized bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and a handy en-suite off the main bedroom. Excellent storage is provided by built-in wardrobe space and a cupboard off the hall. Car parking bays for use by the residents are located to the front of the block and to the rear lies a stretch of well maintained lawn. Any new purchaser must meet the eligibility criteria for Shared Ownership and will be required to undergo a financial assessment and approval by the Association. At the time of writing, a monthly occupancy payment of £233.29 is payable to the Association. To view this property please contact Warners on 0131 668 0441. Photo: ESPC
. 22 Birch Crescent Nivensknowe Park, Loanhead
The property, on the market at offers over £70,000, is in superb internal condition having been upgraded. Inside, the property comprises: Generous open plan kitchen and living area; Immaculate fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar; Contemporary shower room; Large double bedroom with integrated wardrobes. In addition, the property includes a private garden, residents' parking and double glazed windows making for a functional year-round home. Ground rent is £184 a month. To view this property contact McEwan Fraser Legal. Photo: ESPC
. 12/7 Slateford Green
A 50 per cent share of an appealing top floor flat, forming part of an award winning eco friendly development, is available for offers over £99,950. This pleasant flat offers spacious, comfortable and attractively presented accommodation on one level. The main living room features a large window which commands views to the communal wildlife garden and pond which is currently undergoing extensive landscaping. The room is large enough to accommodate dining and study zones with ease. From here there is open access to a well appointed fitted kitchen which comes with a full complement of appliances. Both bedrooms enjoy a bright west facing aspect and attractive views. The accommodation is completed by a family bathroom with white suite and shower. Further benefits on offer include communal gas central heating, double glazing and an entry phone security system. Hall, living room/dining room, semi open plan to, modern fitted kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes, bathroom with white suite and shower, community gas central heating, double glazing, entry phone security system, well maintained communal gardens. The remaining 50 per cent of the flat is owned by Dunedin Canmore, to whom a monthly rent of £295.83 is payable. To view this property, call Warners on 0131 668 0439. Photo: ESPC
9. 4/43 Gillsland Road, Merchiston
Situated within the peaceful Merchiston conservation area, 4/43 Gillsland Road, available at offers over £110,000, is a light, spacious second floor retirement flat, situated in a prime location within an established retirement complex for 60s and over. The flat is accessed via a well-kept, secure shared entrance and the flat briefly comprises; an entrance hall with large storage cupboard, a bay windowed living/dining room, which offers beautiful views over the communal garden grounds, a fitted kitchen, a bright double bedroom with fitted storage cupboard and a shower room. The flat benefits from double glazing and electric heating, there is a 24-hour careline alarm system with emergency pull cords, a part-time resident manager, and a guest room within the complex. Externally, the landscaped communal garden offers a sweeping manicured lawn and colourful flower beds, creating a truly peaceful setting for socialising and relaxing in the sun and there is private residents' parking available. To view this property, call 0131 202 5935. Photo: ESPC
10. 12/3 West Pilton Rise
This well presented ground floor two bedroom flat, on the market at offers over £110,000, forms part of a popular residential area close to schools, amenities and commuter links. The property is likely to appeal to first time buyers and rental investors. Offered in good condition to the market, the accommodation comprises; Entrance hallway with ample storage; Light and airy reception room offering ample space for numerous furniture configurations and dining space; fitted kitchen benefitting from gloss white wall and base units, splashback tiling along with a tiled floor; two well proportioned double bedrooms and a white three piece bathroom complete with stylish wet wall paneling. On-street parking is available for residents and visitors. The property benefits from shared gardens to the front and the rear, to the front is laid to low maintenance chipstone with a fenced border and lawn to the rear communally shared with the block. To view this property, call Neilsons on 0131 253 2858. Photo: ESCP