While not as extortionate as London, property prices in Edinburgh are still much higher than most other places in the UK.
If you're after a two-bedroom home, it can be hard to know where in the city you will get the most for your money.
Given the worsening cost of living crisis, it's more important than ever to be savvy with your budget and see where it will stretch the farthest.
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To help potential buyers find their new home, we took to Rightmove to see what the cheapest properties currently on the market are.
Here is a roundup of the cheapest two-bedroom flats currently on the market in each area of Edinburgh.
New Town
12/7 (f2) Hart Street, £275,000
The new town is a great place to live if you want to be close to the city centre, but slightly away from the hustle and bustle. Unfortunately, that comes with a price tag. At £275,000, this is one of the more expensive flats in this roundup, but comes with some great features like oak flooring, reclaimed period radiators, and a landscaped shared rear garden.
What the listing says: "Delightful NEW TOWN 2nd floor flat set within a listed Georgian terrace, located in a peaceful street and only a short walk away from Edinburgh’s vibrant new shopping development, the St James Quarter. The charming accommodation includes 2 bedrooms, sitting room, a well-appointed open plan kitchen with integrated appliances and a bathroom with wall mounted shower and screen."
More information is available here.
Leith
18/4 Henderson Gardens, £165,000
Leith is a great location if you want to live somewhere with a bit more personality — and the fact that it's cheaper helps too. This apartment is located just off of the Shore, and comes with wood flooring, modern kitchen units, and gas central heating.
What the listing says: "Within a short walk of the fashionable Shore area of Edinburgh is this beautifully presented 2nd floor flat which forms part of a traditional tenement building. The building has a secure entry system and a shared garden to the rear."
More information is available here.
Corstorphine
Rannoch Grove, £160,000
Just beating out the Leith flat as the cheapest property on this list, this apartment is located just a short walk from the Corstorphine Hill Local nature Reserve. The inside is admittedly a bit dated, but with a bit of touching up it could be totally transformed. For the price, you could do a lot worse.
What the listing says: "Ryan Grant and REMAX Property Marketing Centre - Edinburgh are delighted to bring to market this fantastic 2 bedroom top floor flat in the quiet cul-de-sac of Rannoch Grove, Clermiston. This well proportioned property is presented with a high standard of modern decoration and benefits from a fashionable 3 piece bathroom suite with shower and heated towel rail, as well as 2 stylish wall-papered double bedrooms."
More information is available here.
Gorgie & Dalry
Duff Street, Dalry, £190,000
Unlike the last property, this Dalry flat is already attractive both inside and out — complete with sash and case windows, cornice work, and solid wood doors. It also comes with a bath, and even a skylight cupula that offers natural light for the communal stair.
What the listing says: "Light and tastefully presented, two bedroom, third floor flat, forming part of a traditional stone-built tenement. Conveniently located in the popular Dalry area, just west of Edinburgh city centre."
More information is available here.
Portobello
8/4 Southfield Place, £230,000
With summer officially upon us, living close to the beach will be worth its weight in gold for some buyers. Fortunately, this modern-looking flat isn't too pricey, and comes with a whole host of great features — such as warm engineered hardwood floors, bright and spacious bedrooms, and sleek bathroom with bath.
What the listing says: "A short stroll to beautiful Figgate Park or Portobello beach, this two bedroom first floor tenement flat offers a beautiful period home with beautiful stylish interiors, blending period character with modern fittings. Southfield Place is positioned at the eastern edge of Duddingston, bordering Portobello, with Portobello golf course on it's doorstep."
More information is available here.
Bruntsfield & Morningside
Viewforth Square, £270,000
Bruntsfield is easily one of the nicest areas in Edinburgh, and so naturally comes with a high price tag. This bright and airy second floor flat might just be worth the money, though. The light blue walls go well with the wooden floors, and one of the bedrooms even comes with its own dressing room.
What the listing says: "A traditional second floor apartment, nestled in the quiet Viewforth Gardens directly adjacent to thriving Bruntsfield. The flat retains many original features, with bay window, ornate cornicing, and feature fireplace and generously high ceilings. The property also benefits from stylish modern upgrades in the kitchen and bathroom, creating a free flowing blend of tradition and modernity in a prime location just South of the city centre."
More information is available here.
Southside
Drummond Street, £259,500
Newington is an ideal place to live if you want to be close to the University of Edinburgh, and this muted and modern apartment has a lot to offer. The open-plan lounge and kitchen area is a particular highlight, with a calming colour palette and modern-looking units.
What the listing says: "New to the market a 2 bedroom ground floor flat set with the popular area of Drummond St close to the University of Edinburgh, ideal for students, investor or city living with city attractions near bye, local amenites and the University of Edinburgh on your door step. the property benefits from 2 double bedrooms, open plan lounge / kitchen & shower room."
More information is available here.
West End
Manor Place, £365,000
As we've learned in our other property roundups, if you want to live in the West End of Edinburgh, you need to be prepared to pay for the luxury. Whether forking out £365,000 for a two-bedroom below-ground flat is worth it is up to you, but it is admittedly very good looking inside.
What the listing says: "50B Manor Place offers a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well presented two bedroom lower ground floor flat, forming part of a sought after Victorian building. The property is located in the heart of the West End, benefitting from its own main door access and front courtyard area with two private cellars. Having been sensitively upgraded in recent years to cater perfectly for modern living, the property is presented immaculately throughout and will appeal to an array of buyers."
More information is available here.
Old Town
4/9 New Arthur Place, Pleasance, £230,000
The listing itself admits that this needs a bit of work doing to it to bring it up to scratch, but it's nonetheless in a great location — just a short walk from the University of Edinburgh — and at £230,000 it isn't too pricey. Get rid of the dated decor and this could easily turn into an attractive-looking home.
What the listing says: "Exceptionally light and spacious top floor flat, forming part of a well established modern development, commanding glorious views to Salisbury Crags. Whilst now requiring some modernisation, this appealing flat has tremendous potential and gives the new owner the opportunity to upgrade and decorate the interior to their own particular specification."
More information is available here.
