Summary - 18-20, WEST PORT TD7 4DG
1 bed 1 bath Commercial Property
Freehold, character retail unit with strong street presence and low rates exposure..
Prominent ground-floor retail unit with large display windows
Approximately 65.85 sqm (709 sqft) of open-plan sales space
Freehold sale—suitable for owner-occupiers or investors
Under business rates threshold—reduced operating cost appeal
Presented to reasonable modern standard; ready for immediate use
Upper floors are separately owned—no vertical expansion control
Secondary trading position slightly removed from main town centre
Located in a very deprived area—may limit local footfall and spend
Occupying a prominent ground-floor position on West Port, this stone-built retail unit combines traditional character with practical, ready-to-use space. The large display windows and high ceilings create a bright, attractive shopfront well suited to small retailers, a showroom, or a local café. The premises extend to approximately 65.85 sqm (709 sqft) and are offered freehold, giving an owner-operator direct control without tenancy overheads.
The property is presented to a reasonable modern standard and was previously a flower shop, so it requires minimal refit to reopen or re-let. Crucially, the unit falls under the business rates threshold, lowering operating costs for small businesses and making the location especially appealing to independent traders seeking affordable town-centre presence. Mobile signal and broadband speeds are good, supporting digital transactions and online trading.
There are practical considerations to note: the property sits in a secondary trading position a short distance from the main town centre, and the local area is classified as very deprived, which may affect footfall and spend levels. Upper-floor residential accommodation is in separate ownership, so expansion upwards or control of the whole building is not possible from this purchase. Overall condition aligns with the building’s age—charming but not entirely new—so buyers should allow for normal maintenance and minor cosmetic updates where desired.
For investors and owner-occupiers aiming for a modest-entry commercial acquisition in the Borders, this unit represents a well-priced, characterful opportunity with low business-rate exposure and straightforward reoccupation potential.
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