Background

Scarlett have worked with Unite Students for over 15 years, principally in the Edinburgh student market. In this period, a series of properties have been bought and sold for student use, including Abbey Lane (acquired), Shrub House (acquired and then sold), Murano Place (acquired and then sold), 130 McDonald Road (sold), Baxters Place (sold) and the Homebase on St Leonards Street (acquired).

St Leonard’s (Salisbury Court)

102 St Leonard’s Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9RD

Student Housing Site
Approx. 1.72 acres (0.7 ha)
Acquired for Unite Students who obtained consent for 581 beds

Scarlett identified and acted on behalf of Unite Students in the acquisition of the former Homebase site on an unconditional basis.

“Unite Students have worked with Scarlett for over a decade, including on some of our most recent, and current, developments in Scotland. Will’s trusted advice and market exposure across multiple sectors and markets in Scotland is invaluable.”
Josh Wright, Senior Acquisitions & Development Manager
Unite Students