5 quirky flats for sale in Edinburgh right now

If you're looking for a capital bolthole with quirky or original features, then take a look at these properties which are on the market now.

Arthur Street

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An ideal buy for anyone looking for a project, this one-bedroom flat is situated near Leith Walk and extremely close to the city centre.

Located on the top floor, the flat needs renovating and upgrading, but would command a great price when the new owners wanted to sell up and move on, having completed this work.

The accommodation comprises: a spacious lounge, kitchen, double bedroom and WC, and separate shower room.

There’s also access to a communal garden at the rear, all for offers over £95,000. A steal for a city centre buy.

Bank House

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Bank House, 3 Allan Park Road, in Craiglockhart, Edinburgh, is part of a contemporary modern development which is a little bit different.

The main-door duplex flat is part of a wedge-shaped building and the unusual dimensions are reflected on the inside as well as the striking exterior of the building.

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The property is over two floors, with the downstairs being largely open- plan, with a sitting room, a kitchen and dining room housed in a pentagonal room, plus an entrance hall, downstairs wc and utility room.

Upstairs the main bedroom has a similarly interesting shape, while the ensuite shower room, second bedroom and bathroom are more uniformly rectangular.

The property is in easy reach of a variety of amenities and it has an area of private landscaped garden at the front and side.

Bank House is on the market for offers over £275,000 with Simpson & Marwick.

Castle Gogar Rigg

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Looking like something from a stylish holiday brochure, Castle Gogar Rigg penthouse is ready for occupation.

The property consists of four-bedrooms with five bathrooms and two public rooms, and images of the show home showcase a sleek and modern abode.

Highlights include the spectacular open-plan sitting room, dining room and kitchen with sliding glass doors to a large terrace.

The penthouse is on the market for a fixed price of £1,050,000 with Knight Frank.

Dalry Road

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On the market for offers over £135,000, sellers Braemore describe this flat as: “Boasting a prime location on Dalry’s bustling main thoroughfare and lying within easy reach of Edinburgh’s city centre and Haymarket train station, this garden-facing one-bedroom lower ground floor flat forms part of a traditional tenement building and is characterised by its open-plan layout.”

The accommodation comprises: reception room, open-plan living, kitchen and dining room, double bedroom with built in wardrobes and a three-piece shower room.

The flat overlooks a well-maintained communal garden and is ideally located for commuting into the city centre.

Royal Mile Mansions

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Enjoy Edinburgh living at its best in this fourth floor, one bedroom flat located on North Bridge.

On the market for a fixed price of £268,000 with Campbell Smith, the flat boasts a superb position in the heart of the Old Town and sits within a prestigious, fully serviced, A listed building with views across the city skyline.

The flat comprises a hall with two storage cupboards, lounge/dining room with open plan kitchen, small turret off the lounge, double bedroom with built-in mirror wardrobe and a bathroom with shower over the bath.

There’s also a secure video entryphone system, lift and concierge service, so you can really feel like the A list.

Temple Park Crescent

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This first floor, one-bedroom flat is ideal for anyone looking for period features and a chance to add value.

The flat, which is located in a traditional tenement, offers scope for conversion to a two bedroom home, subject to the necessary planning permission.

The property comprises; a hall, modern kitchen diner, utility room, double bedroom, box room and a bathroom.

The living room boasts a feature fireplace and intricate plaster detailing in the ceiling rose and cornicing.

The flat also has access to a communal back garden and zoned parking, all for offer over £215,000.