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£1,200,000
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living
2,700
SQFT
Fireplace
Office
Washer Dryer
Laundry Room
High Ceiling
Elevator
Kitchen island
Garage
Balcony
Parking
Terrace
Gate
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Donaldson Drive, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom. , Edinburgh , Scotland

A stylish three-bedroom penthouse apartment in a sought-after historic building with lift & parking

Set within beautiful landscaped grounds, inside the boundary of the city’s World Heritage Site and iconic architecture of The Playfair at Donaldsons. This impressive and stylish apartment provides more than 2,700 sq. ft of well-appointed accommodation, including two generous reception rooms and three bedrooms.

The building is the site of a former school, dating from the mid 19th century and designed by W. H. Playfair and displays magnificent turreted towers, central courtyards and circa sixteen acres of private communal grounds in the heart of Edinburgh. Residents also benefit from both Morning and Afternoon Terrace gardens and the internal landscaped courtyard. Exclusive access is also provided to The Playfair’s concierge service and several communal spaces including the boutique Club Room and Chapel Room where neighbours can meet, work or relax. Set within these are unique features such as the original large working clock from the building’s main front elevation.

Accessed via a lift to the second floor, the accommodation flows from a welcoming reception area, which leads via steps down to the impressive open-plan sitting room, dining room and kitchen. The room is filled with natural light from its dual aspects, featuring two large bay windows. The well-equipped kitchen includes fitted units, a central island and integrated appliances, with ample space for both a seating area and a family dining table. A door in the corner opens to a private study nook, while another leads to a useful utility room with additional storage. A second study is located off the main reception hall, which also leads to the three double bedrooms. These include the sumptuous principal bedroom with its walk-in dressing area and luxurious en suite shower room. The bedrooms also have access to a beautifully appointed family bathroom.

Stairs lead to the third floor, where there is a well-proportioned sitting room nestled amongst the turrets of the North East tower. This sitting room has full-height windows and French doors allowing plentiful light and an opportunity to enjoy the surrounding architecture. The private sun terrace is accessed through the French doors, an idyllic setting for morning coffee or evening drinks. A further balcony with magnificent views across the surrounding grounds and central Edinburgh is accessed via a spiral staircase.

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Donaldson Drive, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom., Edinburgh Scotland

Local Weather & Climate

Edinburgh, Scotland

Current Conditions Updated recently
41 °F
Few clouds
Feels Like 37°F
Humidity 79%
Wind 7 mph
Visibility 6.2 mi
Sunrise 6:47 AM
Sunset 6:00 PM
5-Day Forecast
Sun 8 Mar
Clouds
High 45°
Low 43°
Mon 9 Mar
Clouds
High 52°
Low 40°
Tue 10 Mar
Clouds
High 48°
Low 42°
Wed 11 Mar
Rain
High 49°
Low 42°
Thu 12 Mar
Rain
High 45°
Low 39°
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Walkability and transit scores for this address come from the EPA National Walkability Index.

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Estimated Monthly Payment $3,160
Monthly Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest $2,528
Loan Amount $400,000
Total Interest $337,621
Total Cost $737,621

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Market Analysis
International luxury real estate typically appreciates steadily over time.
65
Buyer Score
Estimated regional appreciation: 4% annually
Ultra-luxury properties tend to be more resilient during market downturns

Future Value & Wealth Building

Starting investment: $120,000,000 20% down ($24,000,000)

Investment Perspective
$ $ $
$1 → $1.36
Every dollar invested today could become $1.36 in 10 years
$100 → 136 $1,000 → $1,362
+$10,312
$10,312/day
Your home may appreciate while you sleep
$72,379/week $313,644/mo $3,763,724/yr
$100K Investment Comparison (10 Years)
Real Estate (Leveraged)
$281K
S&P 500 Index
$259K
High-Yield Savings
$155K
Real estate leverage: potential 8% advantage over stocks
RENT 💸 -$66.0M
vs
OWN 📈 +$91.3M
$91.3M Potential Equity
vs $66.0M lost to rent over 10 years
$24.0M Down Payment Growth
3.8x
10yr
$91.3M
8x
20yr
$191.7M
12.6x
30yr
$303.1M
Wealth Comparison
×722
Equivalent to 722 average US homes
top 5%
US household wealth ranking
Median: $193K Yours: $303.1M
Time to Double Your Investment (accounting for market cycles)
42.4
years
Conservative
1.65% effective/yr
15.3
years
Optimistic
4.62% effective/yr
Projected Home Values (adjusted for market cycles)
10 Years
Conservative $141.3M +18%
Market $163.4M +36%
Optimistic $188.6M +57%
$91.3M est. equity
20 Years
Conservative $166.4M +39%
Market $222.5M +85%
Optimistic $296.4M +147%
$191.7M est. equity
30 Years
Conservative $196.0M +63%
Market $303.1M +153%
Optimistic $465.7M +288%
$303.1M est. equity

These projections are estimates only and actual results may vary. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Data from World Bank and regional real estate market research | Estimates based on historical appreciation trends

Frequently Asked Questions

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This apartment at Donaldson Drive, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with 2,700 square feet of living space.
This property offers 2,700 square feet of living space.
This property is listed at $120,000,000, which equals $44444 per square foot.
Based on current market indicators, Edinburgh shows an active market. The market opportunity score is 65 out of 100, reflecting factors like price trends, inventory levels, and days on market.
This is a apartment located in Edinburgh, Scotland. The property is situated in an established neighborhood with convenient access to local amenities and services.
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