Freehold city-centre unit with strong frontage and conversion potential.
- Freehold large ground-floor commercial unit with vacant possession
- Prominent corner pitch with high street display windows
- Substantial storage and open-plan sales/reception area
- Potential for Class 1, 2 or 3 uses subject to permissions
- Reported roof issues and general repair/renovation required
- Sold at auction; buyers must accept auction terms and timing
- Eligible for zero rates relief subject to business specification
- Located in a very deprived area; local trading risks exist
A large ground-floor commercial unit on a prominent corner pitch in Bridgend, Perth. The property has a stone Georgian façade and high ceilings to the front, with expansive display windows and heavy passing footfall on the A85. Offered freehold with full vacant possession, the layout includes a wide open-plan sales/reception area, substantial storage, a kitchen/staff room and separate WC.
The location is a practical investment draw: close to Smeaton's Bridge and city-centre amenities, good commuter links to Edinburgh and Glasgow, and eligibility for business rates relief may reduce holding costs (subject to specification). Recent use as a bicycle repair shop demonstrates flexible Class 1 retail use; potential exists to convert to alternative uses (Class 2 or Class 3) subject to permissions.
Important considerations: the building requires repair work, including reported roof issues and general renovation, and the area is classified as very deprived which may affect long-term footfall dynamics. The property will be sold at auction and is offered with vacant possession — purchasers should account for auction terms, possible pre-auction offers, and budgeting for repairs and any change-of-use applications.
For an investor with refurbishment appetite, this unit offers a clear path to rental income in a Grade A trading position once upgraded. The combination of freehold tenure, central visibility and conversion potential supports upside, balanced by immediate maintenance needs and local economic challenges.