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229 Willowbrae Road & 2C Northfield Drive, Edinburgh, EH8 7ND

0.84 acres / Offices / Land/Development

For Sale

Available - Last updated: 15 July 2025

The brownfield site has been cleared & largely consists of hard-standing ground. The site extends to approximately 0.84 acres (0.34 Hectares). The site is bound by low density neighbouring uses which allows open aspects to the North, East and West including views towards Arthur's Seat & Pentland Hills.

The proposed scheme will comprise a 4 storey PBSA building containing 131 beds, with a mix of studio and cluster accommodation. The property will also provide a range of external and internal amenity spaces including a gymnasium, cafe, communal break out space and private roof terraces. The proposals include for 4.51 sq m amenity space per bed. The proposal has been designed with the view to deliver a best in class PBSA asset.

Location

The site is located approximately 2 miles southeast of Edinburgh City Centre and 2 miles west of Portobello within the popular Northfield suburb of the City at the intersection of Northfield Drive and Willowbrae Road. Northfield is a predominantly residential area characterised by a variety of building styles along with various commercial occupiers including, Tesco Express, Esso Petrol Station, Premier Inn & Motorchoice car showroom. Holyrood Park & Figgate Park are in close proximity providing greenspace for local residents to enjoy.

The site is conveniently situated on the east side of Willowbrae Road which is one of the main arterial routes linking the City Bypass and A1 with the East and the City Centre. The route benefits from an extensive bus network for Lothian buses as well as East Lothian bus operators including frequent services directly to Queen Margaret University & Edinburgh College.

Property Quote Price(s)

DescriptionSale typeGuide pricePrice type
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