FAQ’s

No. Dockside is a ‘Build-to-Rent’ development for rental only.

Build-to-Rent developments are purpose-designed for renters, offering high-quality homes, professional landlords and comprehensive management.

Compared to traditional renting, living at Dockside also provides access to a host of extras, including a dedicated on-site team, premium amenities and a focus on community, giving residents a more secure, convenient and lifestyle-led rental experience.

Studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments are available. Sizes vary slightly – you can read more about our apartments here.

Both furnished and unfurnished apartments are available.

Furniture packages vary depending on the size of the property but typically include:

• Living rooms: Sofa, coffee table, dining table and chairs and TV stand
• Bedrooms: Bed, mattress, bedside tables
• Blinds are provided throughout

Absolutely- Dockside is pet-friendly and we’d love to welcome your furry companion. Just keep in mind that some size and breed restrictions apply, so it’s best to check in with the team for full details.

Of course, we want you to feel at home during your stay at Dockside. We just ask that at the end of your lease, you return the apartment to the way that you found it.

High-speed broadband is included in your rent and ready to go as soon as you move in – just register with our provider and you’re all set.

Need even more speed? No problem. You can easily upgrade to faster options, with packages available up to 1GB for a small additional fee.

It couldn’t be easier. You can call us on 0131 563 0300, drop by and speak to the on-site team or complete our enquiry form and the team will be in contact to discuss the best option for you.

There are five steps to complete in order to rent a property at Dockside.

1. Send and enquiry and come for a viewing: Come see for yourself. Book a viewing with our dedicated leasing team who will show you around and supply details about how you move forward with the process.
2. Complete an application form and submit your required documents – once we’ve reviewed this, we’ll confirm that we’ve reserved your apartment for you (subject to contract and references). At this point your referencing will begin – here we’ll complete employment and landlord references.
3. References – once your references are completed, we’ll review them and confirm whether further documentation is required.
4. Contracts – once you’ve completed the above, we will send you your Private Residential Tenancy to sign, along with other important documents that are legally required.
5. Payment of your first month’s rent and security deposit (which typically equates to five week’s rent). You may also qualify for our zero-deposit policy option with Flatfair. It is important to make sure that your payments clear ahead of your move-in date to ensure keys can be released.

Our team will be on hand to help and answer any questions every step of the way. Just email us: rent@dockside.leith.co.uk.

Each resident will need to provide the following to reserve an apartment:

• Copy of passport in colour
• Proof of your current address (dated within the past 3 months, acceptable documents include bank statements and utility bills)
• Our application form (we will provide this)

Depending on your circumstances the following will also be required*:

• Employed: 3 months’ payslips
• Self-employed: Your latest tax return
• Students: Letter of confirmation of studies from your university
• Company lets: Authorised signatory letter, Statement of accounts

*This list is not extensive and further documentation may be requested where required

It’s simple – head to our online booking calendar to choose a time that works for you. Viewings are available seven days a week on a first-come, first-served basis.

Can’t see the slot you’re after? Give us a quick call at 0131 563 0300 and we’ll do our best to help.

In Scotland, Private Residential Tenancy contracts offer great flexibility, meaning your lease continues on a rolling monthly basis with no fixed end date.

So, settle in and make Dockside your home for as long as you like. When it’s time to leave, we just need 28 days’ notice to end your tenancy with us.

Aside from your apartment, your rent covers a basic broadband package, the support of our onsite team and cycle storage. We also run regular residents’ events throughout the year which you’ll be able to attend, as part of the Dockside community.

The deposit is equivalent to five weeks’ rent and fully refundable at the end of your tenancy – provided the apartment is returned in good condition and all rent and utility bills are settled.

If there are any outstanding charges, such as unpaid rent or utility bills, we may need to deduct these from your deposit in line with your tenancy agreement. It’s worth noting that leaving bills unpaid may affect future reference checks with other landlords or agents.

We also offer a zero-deposit scheme if your references qualify for the scheme.  Please get in touch with the team to find out more, you can also read more here.

For more information about deposit details for our Intermediate Market Rent apartments please click here.

Yes – alongside your rent, there are a few additional costs to keep in mind:

• Utilities: You’ll need to budget for electricity based on your usage (your water cost is included in your council tax bill)
• Council Tax: This is set by the City of Edinburgh Council and varies depending on your apartment’s band
• TV Licence: If you watch or record live TV or use BBC iPlayer, you’ll need a TV licence—even if it’s on a laptop or tablet
• Wi-Fi upgrade: If you’d like to upgrade your internet to super-fast 1GB speeds, options are available for an additional monthly cost
• Amenities: Some of our shared amenities, including the private dining rooms, meeting rooms, or work pods, can be booked for a small hourly fee, plus a cleaning charge, if needed
• Parking: A parking space is available with selected apartments for an extra fee, subject to availability. Just speak with the team for more details

There may be other optional or one-off costs during your stay. For full details, check out our Ts & Cs.

You’ll be billed for electricity, heating, and hot water based on your personal usage. Each apartment has its own meter, and you’ll receive regular invoices that include standing charges from our energy supplier.

Dockside uses a communal heating system and is committed to green living – we purchase only 100% renewable energy, so switching suppliers or installing prepayment meters isn’t possible.

You’ll also need to budget for council tax (set by City of Edinburgh Council) and a TV licence if you watch live TV or BBC iPlayer.

With EPC B-rated apartments, we’ve made energy efficiency a priority, helping you save while living sustainably.

Dockside offers more than just a place to live — it’s a vibrant lifestyle destination, complete with exceptional amenities designed to enhance everyday living, including:

• Gym & fitness studio
• Co-working lounges
• Meeting rooms*
• Private work pods*
• Library
• Private dining room*
• 13^th floor residents’ lounge
• Games room
• Roof terraces
• Residents’ App

*Small charges may apply to exclusively book these spaces.

Yes. Dockside has stylish co-working areas on the ground floor and in the 13th-floor sky lounge, which has fantastic views over the dock.

If you need a quiet space to get your head down and focus, Dockside also has a number of meeting rooms and private work pods in the Library that are available to book at a small charge.

Yes, you’ll have access to a range of shared spaces designed for entertaining and hosting. Your apartment size shouldn’t limit your ability to gather friends or hold business meetings. Booking is easy via the Dockside Resident App.

Absolutely! It’s what we do best. From weekly dog walks to our annual Christmas shindig, we have it all at Dockside.

Simple – keep an eye on the Dockside app for our events and come and join us!

Yes. The Dockside team are on site 7 days a wee k to help with any queries you may have.

Dockside has a smart tech parcel room where couriers can sign in your parcels and safely store for your collection. You’ll be notified via the app once your parcel has arrived and is ready for collection.

There’s nothing more important to us than the health, safety, and security of our residents. At Dockside, we take building safety seriously—from regular onsite checks and patrols by our team to maintaining the highest safety standards across the development.

While our onsite team is visible and available during the day, residents can rest easy knowing we have a dedicated remote emergency team on hand 24/7 to respond swiftly to any urgent out-of-hours situations.

Got a question or concern? Just reach out—we’re always here to help.

We’re members of Propertymark, The Property Ombudsman and Safe Deposits Scotland.

We have a number of initiatives to ensure we have an environmentally friendly footprint on our planet, including solar panels on the roof that contribute to energy usage in amenity spaces, EV car chargers and all apartments are rated EPC B.

All apartments also benefit from heat pumps which utilise the latest heating technology, reducing the use of finite supplies such as fossil fuels and heating your homes in an environmentally friendly way.

Sounds interesting? Read more here.

Fitwel is a globally recognised building certification that promotes healthier, more vibrant living through smart design and operations. At Dockside, we proudly embrace Fitwel principles to create a home that supports your physical and mental well-being – from light-filled spaces and indoor air quality to social connections and active lifestyles.

By living in a Fitwel-certified environment, residents enjoy benefits like:

• Healthier indoor air
• Access to fitness and wellness amenities
• Spaces that encourage social interaction and connection
• A community designed to reduce stress and enhance comfort

Learn more about the Fitwel standard at www.fitwel.org.

Parking is limited to selected apartments and is subject to availability.

Speak with the team to find out more.

Absolutely. We have six EV charging points within our car park.

Dockside is perfectly placed when it comes to transport, just 0.2 miles from Ocean Terminal and 0.3 miles from Port of Leith tram stops.

Trams run roughly every 8 minutes taking you to The West End in around 21 minutes. If that isn’t enough, there are plenty of bus routes on our doorstep and if you’re a fitness enthusiast cycling to the city centre takes around 24 minutes on an approved National Cycle Route.

Yes. We have a select number of IMR studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments at Dockside.  All IMR apartments are available unfurnished.

Visit our dedicated page for more information or contact a member of our team to find out about availability.

IMR apartments are discounted and aim to provide access to high quality homes within the local community. The City of Edinburgh Council provide specific criteria that households must qualify for in order to apply for a property under the IMR scheme.

The time it takes to move it depends on how quickly you supply the required documents to us.

We like to keep it fair, so once we’ve received the requested documents, we’ll reserve your apartment and start the referencing process as soon as possible.  Referencing usually takes around a week, as long as your employers and current landlord are on the ball and responsive to our requests. We will keep you updated on our progress and let you know if we require any additional documents.

Absolutely, just contact a member of the Dockside team who will be happy to help. That’s what we’re here for.

living@dockside-leith.co.uk

Call us on 0131 563 0300 or email rent@dockside-leith.co.uk.