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Best places to live in Edinburgh
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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The McEwan, EH3
By Moda Living
Award winner 2024
4.83
(191 reviews)
£1,281-£2,940 pcm
Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 1st out of 12 in Edinburgh

Kingsford Residence, EH7
By Kingsford Group
Award winner 2025
4.64
(111 reviews)
£1,350-£2,400 pcm
1, 2 beds
Ranked 2nd out of 12 in Edinburgh

PLATFORM_ in Edinburgh
By PLATFORM_
Award winner 2025
4.43
(26 reviews)
£1,370-£2,570 pcm
Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 3rd out of 12 in Edinburgh

The Strand @ Portobello, EH15
By Barratt Homes
4.43
(15 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 12 in Edinburgh

Lloyds Living at South Fort Street, EH6
By Lloyds Living
4.40
(6 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 12 in Edinburgh
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Featured developments in Edinburgh
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Latest Reviews in Edinburgh
450 total reviews
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E R Wilson (Tenant)
New Fountainbridge, EH3
Nov 2025
Would highly recommend!!!
E R Wilson (Tenant)
New Fountainbridge, EH3
Nov 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area around New Fountainbridge is a brilliant place to live. Many bars and restaurants within a very short walking distance. Along with this, the Meadows is also very close, which is a lovely greenspace, as well as gorgeous walks along the canal.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Any problem I have has been dealt with very quickly and professionally
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
That all of the staff are very friendly and helpful!
Abbas Almomen (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The McEwan, EH3
Oct 2025
Very excellent and a very professional people.
Abbas Almomen (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The McEwan, EH3
Oct 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Very excellent experience, not regretting staying there at all. Near to the University of Edinburgh where I study. Peaceful and quiet if you are like me who like to work from home. Very developed facilities.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Quick and practical in their approach. Darren ,the maintenance guy, was very professional, friendly and efficient in his work.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish that I had know about the building earlier.

Meir (Tenant)
The McEwan, EH3
Oct 2025
Pretty good place
Meir (Tenant)
The McEwan, EH3
Oct 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Generally pretty good. reception people are always friendly and helpful and maintenances is always in time.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Whenever I report a maintenance issue through the app, Darren always give a quick response and repair.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
living in a 2B flat is much more cost-effective compared to a 1B.
Les K (Tenant)
The McEwan, EH3
Oct 2025
Very well maintained development
Les K (Tenant)
The McEwan, EH3
Oct 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Great location within walking distance to town. Safe and secure development even for flats on the ground floor.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Very quickly. Darren was great at responding to a minor issue in my bathroom and fixed it within a couple of hours of me logging the issue.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
There is equipment to hire such as vacuum cleaners and printers so you don’t need to bring your own.
Diana DR (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Dockside, EH6
Oct 2025
A place to call home
Diana DR (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Dockside, EH6
Oct 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
When you come from another country, change many house in few years isn't easy call a place HOME. The sea view always remaind me that life is movement and changing is part of it. When I entered in my flat simply for a view I couldn't not have ask for more. We are beyond lucky to been given this opportunity. This place isn't just a luxury apartment. Is a window on the sunrise, a walk to the shore, a fresh air on the bad day... is people welcoming you with a smile and extremely kindness. Hard to know most of my neighbours considering the numbers of flats but every encounter is a shared smile. My kids loved to be surrounded from shops and walking paths. My Dog dreams to catch a swan one day from our balcony. I adore the sunset and the reflection of dock light into the water. Rainbow are a must after a rainy day . Building is coming up fast and service is amazing. Never miss a parcel and I always find a concierge ready to help. Highly recommended for practical city transports access, lovely walk time,great pub on the shore and the familiar sense of comunity. Great school catchment. Very pet friendly neighbours. The apartment are amazingly designed and the neutral colour is matching with any of your own personal vibes.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
I find everyone very helpful. Any concerns has been sorted Promptly and efficiently .
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Dog policy, but eventually everything turn out well for us !
Manager response
Hi Diana, We’re delighted to hear such positive feedback—thank you! Creating a community where residents feel at home is one of our top priorities, and it’s great to know that’s reflected in your experience at Dockside. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if there’s anything you need going forward.
Posted by
Siobhan Stewart, General Manager
Nov 2025

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