Retail Property (High Street)

A versatile commercial property comprising ground and first floor accommodation together with a rear garden, situated in a prominent position on Southchurch Road. The property is available on a new lease for a term to be agreed at £16,000 per annum exclusive. Suitable for a variety of commercial uses, subject to the necessary consents.

Location

This property enjoys a prime position on Southchurch Road, a busy thoroughfare that benefits from a high volume of footfall and vehicular traffic, providing excellent visibility for any commercial venture. The surrounding area is a bustling commercial district, with a diverse mix of shops, cafes, restaurants, and professional services. Local amenities include multiple supermarkets, fitness centers, and popular dining establishments, all within walking distance, contributing to a lively and appealing environment for businesses and customers alike. Southchurch Road is well-served by both public and private modes. Southend Central and Southend Victoria train stations are conveniently located nearby, providing regular services to London Liverpool Street and London Fenchurch Street, making it an ideal location for businesses requiring easy access to the capital. Additionally, the property is close to several bus routes and the A13 and A127.

Property

Ground Floor: The ground floor features a fully glazed frontage with entrance through a glazed door, leading into a former café/seating area and main sales space, totalling approximately 916 sq ft. This area includes a smaller partitioned room of about 58 sq ft, The space benefits from a UPVC window and door to the side entrance, providing additional access. There is a separate storage room of approximately 70.4 sq ft, and door to rear First Floor: Accessed via external stairs at the rear, the first floor opens into a hallway with doors leading to a fitted kitchen (approximately 80.3 sq ft) and a modern shower room (approximately 70.4 sq ft). The hallway extends to a large open-plan main area of about 430 sq ft, featuring a bay window and an additional single window to the front, plus a window to the rear. **PLEASE NOTE THE FIRST FLOOR IS COMMERCIAL AND NOT CLASSED AS RESIDENTIAL**

NOTE

Note: The first floor was previously configured as a one-bedroom flat, with the bedroom removed to accommodate business expansion needs. Subject to the necessary planning permissions, there is potential to convert the space back into a one-bedroom flat, which could generate a rental income of approximately £950-£975 per calendar month.

Tenure

leasehold - for a term to be agreed at a rental of £16,000 per annum

Business Rates

Current rateable value (1 April 2023 to present) £9,700 for Ground and first floor commercial.

Legal Costs

The incoming tenant is to be responsible for the cost of the mew lease

Administration Fee

Following the agreement of terms, the prospective tenant or buyer is required to pay an administration fee of £200 + VAT to Gilbert & Rose Commercial Limited. This covers the full cost of referencing, identity checks, and suitability assessments.

Disclaimer

Whilst every care is taken to ensure that these particulars are correct, accuracy is no way guaranteed and none of the information supplied forms part of any contract. Acceptance of these particulars constitutes a contract to the effect that all negotiations for the business or property will be made through Gilbert & Rose otherwise the purchaser will be equally responsible with the vendor for damages equal to the amount of our commission.