Old Town, Edinburgh · EH8
Browns Close, EH8 8BT
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Charming one-bedroom apartment with balcony in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town.
The home, in the agent’s words
- 1 bedroom
- 1 public room
- 1 bathroom
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Set in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, this charming one-bedroom apartment offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy city centre living just a short walk from the iconic Arthur’s Seat and many of the capital’s most famous landmarks.
The property features a bright and spacious open-plan living and dining area, creating a welcoming space ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. A standout feature of the room is the beautiful arched French doors, which flood the space with natural light and open directly onto a private balcony.
The apartment also benefits from a separate modern kitchen, a well-appointed bathroom, and a generous double bedroom. Finished in neutral décor throughout, the property offers a fresh and versatile interior ready for a new owner to make their own.
Additional amenities include a communal clothes-drying area in the attic, a shared garden accessible to all residents, and a private external lock-up ideal for bicycles and extra storage.
Perfectly positioned within Edinburgh’s vibrant Old Town, the property is within easy reach of a wide selection of cafés, restaurants, shops and cultural attractions, while excellent transport links make it ideal for both professionals and investors alike.
Electricity Supply: SP Energy Networks
Water Supply: Scottish Water
Sewerage: Scottish Water
Broadband / Mobile Coverage: Full 4G coverage, limited 3G and 5G.
By appointment through McEwan Fraser Legal on Edinburgh 0131 524 9797
McEwan Fraser Legal are open 7 days a week: 8am - Midnight Monday to Friday & 9am - 10pm Saturday & Sunday to book your viewing appointment.
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Connected for everyday life
50%of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.
Available speed bands
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Getting about
0.5 milesto Edinburgh Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 5.1 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 13.7 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km areaLocal information is approximate. Distances are straight-line estimates from the available location. Broadband describes postcode coverage, not the speed or service available at this home; check the address with a provider. Air quality is a modelled annual background estimate.
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