1 bed flat for sale

Merchiston Grove, Edinburgh EH11

About This Property

Forming part of a traditional tenement building, this well-presented second-floor flat offers spacious and airy accommodation in the highly sought-after Shandon district, just 1.5 miles from Edinburgh city centre. The property enjoys access to a well-maintained communal garden and benefits from gas central heating and secure entry.

The accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hallway with two useful storage cupboards, a bright lounge featuring an attractive bay window, ornate cornicework, a centre rose, and a focal fireplace. To the rear lies a generously sized dining kitchen overlooking the garden. The property offers a spacious double bedroom, a further versatile single bedroom or box room, and a modern bathroom with a three-piece suite and shower over the bath. Permit parking is also available.

Shandon is a desirable and vibrant neighbourhood, popular with professionals, first-time buyers, and investors. The area provides excellent access to outdoor spaces, including the Union Canal and Harrison Park, ideal for walking, cycling, and leisure activities. A wide range of amenities are located nearby, with convenient shopping options such as Margiotta, Sainsbury’s, Lidl, Aldi, a 24-hour asda, and the Edinburgh West Retail Park. Fountain Park Leisure Complex offers a cinema, gym, and various restaurants, while Craiglockhart Sports & Tennis Centre provides extensive sports facilities.

Transport links are exceptional, with frequent bus services to the city centre and Haymarket, where further train and tram connections are available. The city bypass is easily accessible, ensuring swift travel throughout Edinburgh and beyond. The property is also well positioned for access to Napier University, Heriot-Watt University, and Edinburgh College, as well as local leisure attractions including Gorgie Farm and Dalry Swimming Pool.

This attractive property combines traditional charm with modern convenience and is ideally suited to city professionals, couples, first-time buyers, and rental investors seeking a quality home in a prime location.