Pilton Drive, Pilton, Edinburgh, EH5
Scotland
£175,000
Listed on 15/09/2026
Listed on 15/09/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
2Type
FlatFeatures
- Garden
Description
This two-bedroom upper villa in Pilton is set back from the road beside a shared green and comes with two private garden plots. The accommodation is reached by a carpeted stair and includes a living room with large windows, with the kitchen positioned off to one side. The kitchen has fitted units, granite-effect worktops, a tiled splashback, a sink and drainer, cooker with electric hob, washing machine and fridge/freezer.
Both bedrooms have carpeted floors and light-coloured décor, with space for freestanding furniture. A shower room with a three-piece suite completes the accommodation. The property is in an established residential area north of Edinburgh city centre, with supermarkets, Ocean Terminal, local schools and open spaces nearby. Ferry Road provides routes across the north of the city and connections to the city bypass and A90. The listing states Council Tax Band C and freehold tenure.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
51out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This two-bedroom upper villa in Pilton has a light, usable starting point and a distinctive advantage in its two private garden plots. The interiors are dated, with older carpets and finishes, while the kitchen and shower room could benefit from modernising; that gives a new owner scope for a cosmetic refresh rather than an obvious full-scale project. The garden also offers room for straightforward tidying and improvement.
At £175,000, the value comparison is incomplete: the floor area is missing, so value against local £/sq ft cannot yet be judged. The overall score is 51/100 (D), reflecting that uncertainty alongside moderate condition and economics scores, rather than a confirmed price penalty. Pilton’s local amenities, transport links and access to green spaces add to the appeal.
Key opportunities
- Refresh the dated wall finishes and carpets to give the living room and both bedrooms a more current feel.
- The functional but older kitchen and shower room offer scope for selective cosmetic updates.
- Two private garden plots provide outdoor space to enjoy and improve, including tidying the overgrown areas.
Key risks
None recorded.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Newhaven (Edinburgh Trams)
1.6 miles
Tram · Newhaven
West End - Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams)
1.9 miles
Tram · Edinburgh West End
Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams)
2.0 miles
Tram · Edinburgh
St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams)
2.0 miles
Tram · Edinburgh
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