Summary - SAMBUCA, ALBERT SQUARE, LOW CHARE DH3 3QG
1 bed 1 bath Shop
Versatile town-centre premises with parking and excellent transport links.
Corner unit with prominent glazed frontage and strong natural light
Total 1,910 sq ft across two floors (1,117 & 793 sq ft)
Private rear car park for approximately six to eight vehicles
Separate first-floor access, previously used as Pilates studio
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; 5–10 minute walk to station
Tenure not confirmed; buyer must verify freehold/leasehold status
Listed prices differ (£220,000 listed and £240,000 freehold quoted)
Crime levels above average; consider security and insurance costs
This two-storey corner shop in Chester-le-Street offers 1,910 sq ft of flexible commercial space with strong town-centre visibility and private parking for six to eight cars. The ground floor has a prominent glass frontage, natural light and multiple rooms; the first floor has a separate rear entrance and two large rooms—suitable for salon, studio, office or multi-let arrangement. Good digital connectivity and a 5–10 minute walk to the train station support modern business needs.
The property sits in a busy commercial heartland close to supermarkets, cafes and a wide range of retail and community amenities, creating regular footfall. The surrounding area is classed as very affluent, but recorded crime levels are above average; buyers should assess security and insurance implications.
Practical points: the site has low-maintenance industrial brick construction with on-site parking and a flat roof. Flood risk is reported as none. Important transactional details are unclear on the face of the listing—tenure is not confirmed, and advertising lists both a £220,000 price and a separate freehold figure of £240,000—interested parties should verify tenure, VAT position and the Local Authority position before offer.
This building suits investor buyers seeking a town-centre freehold (or owner-occupiers) wanting versatile space with good transport links and parking. It also offers light refurbishment potential to increase rents or split the unit, but buyers should budget for fit-out and any security upgrades.
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