Freehold mixed-use: retail unit with two-bedroom flat above
Approximately 1,237 sq ft overall, versatile layout
Currently fitted as a dog-grooming business; ready for similar trades
Enclosed rear garden and security shutters front and rear
Very high local crime rate; area classed as very deprived
Small-to-medium rooms and standard ceiling heights (mid-20th century)
Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband; close public transport
Priced £150,000 — suitable for investors or owner-occupiers
A versatile freehold mixed-use building on Wargrave Road, offering a ground-floor retail unit with a two-bedroom flat above. The retail space is currently fitted out as a dog-grooming business and benefits from a clear shopfront, front and rear security shutters, and an adaptable layout suitable for local retail, personal services, or continued rental use. The first-floor flat provides two bedrooms, a kitchen and bathroom, and separate access — a straightforward live-and-work or let-let combination.
The property sits within a well-connected urban location with fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and close bus and rail links, making it practical for tenants and customers. An enclosed rear garden adds private outdoor space – unusual for town-centre mixed-use units – while the building’s overall footprint (approximately 1,237 sq ft) gives scope for reconfiguration or improved rental yields.
Buyers should note the local context: the immediate area is very deprived with very high recorded crime levels, and several nearby schools have lower Ofsted ratings. The interior rooms are small-to-medium with standard ceiling heights, mid-20th century construction and will suit buyers seeking a functional, value-driven purchase rather than a high-spec finish. The council tax is low and there is no flooding risk recorded.
Priced at £150,000 for freehold ownership, this property will most appeal to investors, owner-operators and small-business buyers who can capitalise on the dual-income potential. It offers clear refurbishment and rental upside for someone prepared to manage local market challenges and improve the unit’s presentation or tenancy mix.
