Kingsford Group

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  • 2 Management Awards

  • 2 Excellence Awards

  • 2 Facilities Awards

  • 2 Design Awards

  • 1 Value Awards

Developments by Kingsford Group

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Kingsford Residence, EH7

Award winner 2025

4.68

4.68

(128 reviews)

Kingsford Residence, managed by the Kingsford Group and located on McDonald Road, offers residents the opportunity to stay in a former Victorian school building which has been newly converted to form one of Edinburgh’s first operational Build to Rent developments. The apartments retain many of the original features of the building while blending them seamlessly with contemporary open plan living and modern fixtures. Located in the area of Broughton, the Kingsford Residence on McDonald Road is within easy walking distance of all that the City Centre has to offer as well as tram and bus links on the same street. Within the development we have a variety of communal spaces including the Club Room, Gym, the Bridge (dining/co-working space, which can also be hired for private event space), the Garden, and our Roof Terrace which offers spectacular views across the Edinburgh sky line.
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Ranked 4th out of 14 in City of Edinburgh

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This company is rated 4.68 out of 5.00.
4.68

128 total reviews

This all-time rating combines reviewer scores for Experience, Value, Location, Facilities, Management and Design as well as the age and verification status of each review.

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Developments by Kingsford Group

Experience

4.7

Value

4.3

Location

4.7

Facilities

4.7

Management

4.5

Design

4.6

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

LIUYi Tao (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

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5
5
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5

Convenient Student Accommodation with Good Management

LIUYi Tao (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The local area is very convenient for students, with a good range of supermarkets, cafes, restaurants and other essential shops nearby. There are also several green spaces and places to relax within walking distance. Public transport links are excellent, with regular bus services providing easy access to the city centre and other parts of Edinburgh. The area generally feels safe and well maintained. Parking can sometimes be limited, and there may be occasional traffic or student-related noise during busy periods. However, these issues are relatively minor compared with the overall convenience of the location.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management team has generally responded professionally and helpfully whenever I have raised an issue. Communication has been clear, and maintenance requests have usually been acknowledged and resolved within a reasonable timeframe. Staff have been approachable and willing to assist when needed.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how convenient the location really is for students. Most daily necessities, including supermarkets, restaurants and public transport, are within easy walking distance. I would also recommend reporting any maintenance issues as soon as possible and keeping an eye on resident emails, as this helps ensure that important updates are not missed. Getting to know your flatmates and the local area early on can also make settling in much easier.


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Zachary Wang (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Good Facilities and Responsive Management

Zachary Wang (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Overall, my local area is a pleasant and convenient place to live. There is a good range of supermarkets, local shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs within walking distance, as well as several parks and green spaces nearby. Public transport is generally reliable, with regular bus services and good access to the city centre. The area feels safe and well maintained. Parking can sometimes be limited during busy periods, and there is occasional traffic noise on main roads. Bin collections are usually consistent, although they can occasionally be delayed. Anti-social behaviour is rare and does not significantly affect the neighbourhood.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management team has generally responded promptly and professionally whenever I have raised an issue. Communication has been clear, and maintenance requests have usually been acknowledged and resolved within a reasonable timeframe. Staff have been helpful and approachable throughout my tenancy.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how important it is to familiarise yourself with the building’s maintenance reporting process and resident communications from the beginning. Keeping an eye on emails and notices makes it much easier to stay informed about inspections, maintenance works and community updates. I would also recommend getting to know the local shops, transport links and facilities early on, as they make day-to-day life much more convenient. Overall, the development has been a comfortable place to live, and settling in became much easier once I became familiar with the available services and facilities.


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Noorah (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Convenient, Quiet and Well Managed

Noorah (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The area is very convenient, with a good range of local shops, supermarkets, and other amenities within easy reach. There are also several bus stops nearby, making it easy to travel around without a car. The neighbourhood is generally quiet, with very little traffic noise. Bin storage and collection arrangements are well organised and reliable. One minor drawback is that the school next door can be quite noisy during children’s break times, but outside of these periods the area is peaceful. Overall, it is a pleasant and well-connected place to live.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management team responded well when I reported an issue with the oven. They quickly checked with the facilities team, arranged for it to be inspected, and replaced it within a week. Communication was clear throughout the process, and the issue was resolved efficiently.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

There is nothing in particular that I wish I had known before moving in. The information provided during the viewing and moving process was clear and accurate, and the development has met my expectations. Overall, everything was as described and there have been no major surprises.


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Razan T (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

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5
5
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5

Amazing place

Razan T (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The area does not need any rating as it is widely famous and known for its good sites and outdoor activities. There is also regular tram and bus service, and I had no encounter with anti-social issues in the area.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They reply in a very timely manner and handle maintenance requests well

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The only downside is that the electricity and gas costs are higher than average. One reason is that the windows are single glass


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Zachary Wang (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Well-Managed and Comfortable Place to Live

Zachary Wang (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Jun 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Overall, my local area is a pleasant and convenient place to live. There is a good range of supermarkets, local shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs within walking distance, as well as several parks and green spaces nearby. Public transport is generally reliable, with regular bus services and good access to the city centre. The area feels safe and well maintained. Parking can sometimes be limited during busy periods, and there is occasional traffic noise on main roads. Bin collections are usually consistent, although they can occasionally be delayed. Anti-social behaviour is rare and does not significantly affect the neighbourhood.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management team has generally responded promptly and professionally whenever I have raised an issue. Communication has been clear, and maintenance requests have usually been acknowledged and resolved within a reasonable timeframe. Staff have been helpful and approachable throughout my tenancy.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how important it is to familiarise yourself with the building’s maintenance reporting process and resident communications from the beginning. Keeping an eye on emails and notices makes it much easier to stay informed about inspections, maintenance works and community updates. I would also recommend getting to know the local shops, transport links and facilities early on, as they make day-to-day life much more convenient. Overall, the development has been a comfortable place to live, and settling in became much easier once I became familiar with the available services and facilities.


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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