Large freehold commercial building with strong redevelopment potential, sold via auction..
Large late-Victorian building with ornate façade and high ceilings
Freehold; three floors plus basement and small rear courtyard
Total area approx. 3,494 sq ft; originally Borough Chambers
Suitable for commercial use or redevelopment (consents required)
EPC rating F — substantial energy upgrades likely needed
Located in very deprived area with very high local crime levels
For sale by Modern Auction: subject to reserve price and buyer fees
Mixed heating: commercial gas boiler plus electric panel heaters
An imposing late-Victorian commercial building located on Hardshaw Street, close to St Helens town centre regeneration area. The property offers three floors plus basement, large open-plan showroom, multiple rear offices and a small courtyard with gated access. Its ornate façade and high ceilings provide strong character and flexible internal volumes suitable for a range of uses.
This freehold is offered for sale by Modern Auction (subject to reserve and buyer fees). The building has historically housed professional and financial services and would suit continuing commercial use, conversion to mixed residential/commercial, or full redevelopment, subject to planning consent. Services include a commercial gas boiler in the basement and mixed electric panel heating on the ground floor.
Key considerations: the property sits in a very deprived area with very high local crime levels; the EPC rating is F and the building will require remedial and energy-efficiency work. The size and layout present clear redevelopment or refurbishment potential for an investor or developer prepared to manage planning, refurbishment costs and auction purchase conditions.
Viewings and purchase should allow budget for upgrading heating, thermal performance and internal refurbishment. The auction route means a swift sale timetable for a buyer able to proceed quickly, but be prepared for the reservation fee and sale terms associated with the Modern Method of Auction.