Freehold 1920s shop with large floorplate and conversion potential, in central Sutton..
Large 1,055 sq ft ground-floor sales area, substantial first-floor space
Freehold town-centre location with 1920s character frontage
Suitable for specialist retail or restaurant use, subject to planning
Upper floor potential for residential conversion, planning required
Interior dated; requires refurbishment and services verification
High local crime and very deprived area may affect trading
On-street time-limited parking; nearby pay-and-display car parks
Ratable value £7,600; buyer to verify all services and measurements
A two-storey, freehold high-street shop in Sutton-in-Ashfield offering 1,055 sq ft of ground-floor trading space and substantial first-floor accommodation. The 1920s brick frontage gives character and kerb appeal for a specialist retailer, café or alternative commercial use, subject to planning. The building includes a kitchenette and WC on the first floor and a rear fire exit for compliance.
This property suits investors or owner-occupiers seeking a large, central retail footprint with short-term uplift potential. Upper-floor space could be adapted to provide ancillary storage, office or potential residential accommodation (requires planning consent). The ratable value is modest, reflecting town-centre status and encouraging running costs for an active operator.
Buyers should note material negatives: the interior is dated and will need refurbishment; services and fittings (including air-conditioning) are untested and should be surveyed. The location has high local crime and sits in a very deprived area, which may affect footfall and security costs. Parking is limited to on-street short-stay and nearby pay-and-display car parks.
Overall this is a substantial, characterful lock-up shop for a buyer prepared to invest in refurbishment or take on a repositioning project. Its freehold status and large floor area provide flexibility for a range of commercial uses or conversion, subject to the necessary consents and local market considerations.