Commercial Properties for Sale in the Colchester, UK

Manningtree Industrial for Sale - Lawford

this unique opportunity to acquire a freehold stable yard with land, offering approximately 445sqm of space, located in the sought-after area of Harwich Road, Lawford, Manningtree, Essex. This versatile property provides a range of possibilities, ideal for equestrian enthusiasts, storage, or redevelopment (subject to planning consent). The yard is well-positioned in a peaceful rural setting, with easy access to local amenities and transport links, making it a great investment or potential home project.

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

27/11/2025

Colchester Industrial for Sale

The premises consist of two storey offices with brick and rendered elevations, under a pitched slate roof, overlooking Whitehall Road. <br /><br />The offices are presented in a cellular layout providing a variety of sizes suitable for individual offices, and meeting/training rooms. Kitchenette and WC facilities are provided along with gas fired central heating and air conditioning (to most areas).<br /><br />There are two workshop areas behind the offices which are of steel portal frame construction, under a pitched corrugated sheet roof with transparent roof lights, and feature mezzanine floors, two loading doors and WC facilities. Eaves heights approx. 3.2m and apex of approx. 5.2m. There is a three phase power supply, and gas supply to the buildings.<br /><br />There is car parking provided to the front (four spaces) with gated access to the side leading to a large surfaced and self contained yard area suitable for open storage or further parking.<br /><br />LOCATION<br />The premises are prominently situated fronting Whitehall Road to the East of Colchester City Centre on the well established Whitehall Industrial Estate. <br />Good access is available to the inner ring road network which links directly to the A12/A120 trunk roads providing easy access to Stanstead airport, the M25, and the east coast ports of Harwich and Felixstowe. <br /><br />Nearby occupiers include; BEW Electrical, Travis Perkins, Rexel, Bannatyne's Health Club and PumpGym.<br /><br />ACCOMMODATION <br />[Approximate Gross Internal Floor Areas] <br /><br /> Offices (Ground & First): 2,351 sq ft [218.4 sq m] approx.<br /> Workshops: 5,164 sq ft [479.7 sq m] approx.<br /> Mezzanine Floors: 1,467 sq ft [136.3 sq m] approx.<br /> Total: 8,982 sq ft [834.4 sq m] approx.<br /><br />TERMS <br />The premises are available For Sale Freehold, with vacant possession, at a guide price of £800,000 (No VAT).<br /><br />SERVICE CHARGE<br />We are advised that no service charge is applicable.<br /><br />BUSINESS RATES <br />We are advised that the premises have a rateable value, with effect from the 1st April 2023, of £48,000, therefore rates payable approx. £24,000. We recommend all parties make their own direct enquiries with the local rating authority.<br /><br />ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE [EPC] <br />We have been advised that the premises fall within class D (90) of the energy performance assessment scale. A full copy of the EPC assessment and recommendation report is available from our office upon request. <br /><br />VAT<br />The property is exempt from VAT. Prospective purchasers should therefore be aware that VAT will not be payable at the prevailing rate on the price.<br /><br />LEGAL COSTS<br />Each party will bear their own legal costs. <br /><br />FLOOR PLAN<br />The floor plan is provided for indicative purposes only. The floor plan is not to scale and not to be relied upon.<br /><br />ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS <br />AML Regulations require Fenn Wright to formally verify a purchaser's identity, residence, and source of funds prior to instructing solicitors. <br /><br />RIGHTS OF WAY<br />There is a right of way to be provided across the front of the property to the neighbouring and new build unit Kingfisher House (where the vendor is relocating to) - shown shaded blue on the plan in pictures. <br />There is also a right of way to the right hand side of the premises to Unit 8A, Whitehall Road - shown shaded green on the the plan in pictures. <br /><br />VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT VIA SOLE SELLING AGENTS:<br />Fenn Wright<br />T:[use Contact Agent Button]<br />E: [use Contact Agent Button]

Property Subtype:

Warehouse

Date on Market:

07/11/2025

Colchester Light Industrial for Sale

Comprising a detached former farmhouse offering office accommodation over ground and first floor levels the property also includes two adjoining storage barns set within a self-contained yard.

Property Subtype:

Light Distribution

Date on Market:

09/09/2025

Colchester Retail for Sale

Long Leasehold – Asking price £275,000 plus VAT. Subject to a new 999-year lease at a peppercorn rent.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

21/08/2025

Colchester Retail for Sale

The building comprises a two story mixed residential and retail property with part pitched tiled roof and felted flat roof to the rear. It is of brick construction with UPVC windows throughout. The ground floor comprises a majority of sales area currently fitted out as a hair salon. It has hardwood flooring and led strip lights. Towards the rear on the left hand side there is an additional sales area with 2 storage cupboards. Towards the rear on the right hand side there is a WC and kitchenette with small room which is currently used as storage. The flat above is self contained accessed via the rear of the property. It has a total of 2 bedrooms, a living room, kitchen and bathroom. The flat is heated via electric wall mounted heaters. Externally towards the rear there is a concrete surfaced yard/garden area with an external storage unit built of brick construction which is currently used as a laundry room with power and water connected. Further to this there is a garage and space to park two cars. This is accessed by a private drive via Back Lane. The property is available to purchase Freehold with full vacant possession. We are seeking offers in excess of £325,000.

Date on Market:

11/08/2025

Feering Office for Sale

Prestigious Office For Sale - part income producing, with on site car parking, easy A12 access and Countryside views.<br/><br/>Constructed circa 2008 the building is of modern construction with part timber cladding externally, under a pitched and tiled roof, arranged over ground and first floors. <br/>There is a reception area with WC facilities, passenger lift to the first floor and access to the ground floor offices, store room and stairs to the first floor. The offices are carpeted and benefit from a suspended ceilings with LED lighting, recessed heating / cooling units and high quality glazed partitioning providing various offices / meeting rooms on the ground and first floor. There is a 100mb fibre internet leased line. <br/>Externally the office is situated within landscaped grounds with a duck pond and seating area along with marked car parking bays for twenty one cars.<br/><br/>LOCATION<br/>An attractive detached office building prominently located by the entrance of the popular Threshelfords Business Park on the outskirts of Feering, with easy access to the A12 trunk road and approximately 1.5 miles from Kelvedon Railway Station (London Liverpool Street approximately 40 minutes). Chelmsford is approximately 10 miles to the South West and Colchester 10 miles to the North East.<br/><br/>ACCOMMODATION <br/>[Approximate Net Internal Floor Areas] <br/><br/> Ground Floor: 2,649 sq ft [246.1 sq m] approx.<br/> First Floor: 2,634 sq ft [244.7 sq m] approx.<br/> Total: 5,283 sq ft [490.8 sq m] approx.<br/><br/>TERMS <br/>The premises are available For Sale on a 999 year ground lease from 30th November 2007 at a peppercorn rent, at a guide price of £900,000 plus VAT. <br/><br/>TENANCY<br/>The ground floor is let to Premier Print & Promotions Ltd on a five year full internal repairing lease at a rent of £36,500 pax. The lease is to expire 16th June 2027 (no break or rent review). Further information is available upon request.<br/><br/>BUSINESS RATES <br/>We have been informed that the rateable value for the whole building is £71,750. We estimate that the rates payable are likely to be in the region of £39,180 per annum.<br/>Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries with the local rating authority to confirm their liabilities.<br/><br/>SERVICE CHARGE<br/>A service charge is applicable to cover the cost of; maintenance, lighting and landscaping of the external communal areas. <br/>Approx. cost for the current year is £3,620 plus VAT.<br/><br/>ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE [EPC] <br/>We have been advised that the premises fall within class B (42) of the energy performance assessment scale. <br/><br/>LEGAL COSTS<br/>Each party will be responsible for their own legal costs. <br/><br/>VAT<br/>All prices are exclusive of VAT under the Finance Act 1989. Interested parties are advised to consult their professional advisors as to their liabilities, if any, in this direction.<br/><br/>ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS <br/>Anti-Money Laundering Regulations require Fenn Wright to formally verify prospective purchaser's identity, residence and source of funds prior to instructing solicitors. <br/><br/>VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT VIA SOLE LETTING AGENTS:<br/>Fenn Wright<br/>T:[use Contact Agent Button]<br/>E: [use Contact Agent Button]

Date on Market:

08/08/2025

Colchester Retail for Sale

Steeped in history and charm, this remarkable Grade II listed former Public House dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries. Constructed with traditional timber framing and topped with a characterful pitched tiled roof, the building spans two floors and features a quaint lean-to at the rear — all evoking timeless rustic appeal. Nestled in a serene rural setting, the property enjoys idyllic views of surrounding farmland and forest, offering a peaceful, picture-perfect backdrop. To the right, a generous beer garden leads down to the tranquil Roman River and a scenic pond, creating an enchanting space for outdoor relaxation. To the left, a spacious shared car park provides ample parking. The vision for this historic gem includes a beautifully appointed restaurant and casual dining area, complete with a bar, professionally equipped kitchen, cellar, and ample storage on the ground floor. Four well-positioned W/Cs will ensure guest convenience. Upstairs, plans include six additional customer W/Cs and thoughtfully designed staff accommodation — featuring a private bedroom, living area, staff room, and two modern showers. Reserved access and egress will be maintained to the client-retained land at the rear of the property, ensuring seamless integration with future development needs. The Freehold is available at offers in the region of £450,000. Letting will be considered – Terms upon application. Additional plot for overnight accommodation also available – Terms upon application.

Property Subtype:

Bar

Date on Market:

17/07/2025

Ardleigh Office for Sale

A high quality office development, constructed in 2012, situated within a selfcontained site with direct and easy access to the A12 / A120 which provide fast links to the national motorway network, Stansted Airport, and the east coast ports of Harwich and Felixstowe. Colchester City Centre and main line railway station (London Liverpool Street approx. 55 mins) are approximately 4 miles distant.

Date on Market:

25/06/2025

Langham Office for Sale - Langham, Essex

Freehold for sale for £235,000

Date on Market:

18/04/2025

Colchester Office for Sale - Elmstead Market

Aster House is built to a high standard of specification to include; clad and rendered elevations, double glazed aluminium windows and doors, suspended ceilings with recessed LED lighting, air sourced air conditioning and ventilation, raised access floors, fire alarm systems, kitchenettes & W/C facilities. The ground floor offices benefit from their own private personnel doors, whilst access to the first floor offices are via a communal personnel door at ground level, with stairway and lift access to the first floor suites. Externally, there are allocated car parking spaces for each suite, plus ample additional visitor parking available on site. Additional allocated spaces are available by negotiation. There is also an on-site café.

Date on Market:

21/05/2025

Colchester Retail for Sale

The property is located on the southern edge of Colchester City centre, within a popular pedestrianised area facing the Lion Walk Shopping Centre. The property comprises three adjoining retail buildings on ground and one/two upper floors of brick construction beneath pitched, tiled roofs with dormer windows on part and a rendered end elevation to part. Two shops are occupied with one vacant and in need of refurbishment. The shops benefit from part glazed shop fronts, one with security shutters and comprise of a mix of main retail area, storage rooms, kitchen and wcs. No. 19 also comprises external storage accessed via the side of the property. 17 Eld Lane - Let to Professor Phone Ltd. for a term of 15 years from 29th June 2021 at £15,000 pax subject to five yearly rent reviews and tenant only breaks, being 29th June 2026. 18 Eld Lane – Let to Osbornes Jewellers Repair & Design Ltd. for a term of 20 years from 05 December 2014 at £12,500 pax subject to five yearly rent reviews and mutual breaks, being 05th December 2029. 19 Eld Lane – Vacant The current rental income is £27,500 per annum exclusive of rates, VAT and all other outgoings.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

15/05/2025

Kelvedon Office for Sale

The property comprises a total of 1,272 sq. ft of office space spread over a ground and first floor, with WCs on both floors and a fitted kitchen. There is also a car park to the read which has ample parking.

Date on Market:

09/10/2024

Colchester Land for Sale

This freehold site is available with vacant possession, subject only to existing advertising hoarding licences. Spanning approximately 2.28 acres of cleared hardstanding, the property offers significant potential for open storage, self-storage, trade counter, or industrial development, subject to planning consent. Strategically located, the site benefits from excellent connectivity, providing fast access to the M25 and M11 corridors, which support efficient national distribution. It is situated close to Hythe Station and an established warehousing hub, making it ideal for open storage use. The surrounding area comprises active commercial land uses, reinforcing its suitability for industrial purposes. The land will be sold with a restriction limiting use to industrial or open storage only. Network Rail will remove the existing boundary fence and replace it with a new fence aligned slightly closer to the station platform. Additionally, Network Rail will retain access rights over an agreed route from the main access gate to the gate within the boundary fence.

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

03/12/2025

Ardleigh Land for Sale

Evolve is an exciting, new concept in flexible, affordable, self owned and operated workspace - designed for both start-up and investment. <br/><br/>*46 Mayfly Way 1,358 Sq Ft Available £695 per week (excl. VAT)<br/><br/>Available TO LET:<br/><br/>Suitable for a variety of B1, B8 & E* Uses <br/>Inclusive rent (rent & service charge)<br/>Minimum initial six-month commitment<br/>One allocated parking bay per unit (additional allocated spaces available - POA)<br/>Additional visitor parking on-site (56 spaces in total)<br/>High speed internet (1GB per second line) connection - tenant to arrange their own contract<br/>On-site private gym, shower facilities and refreshment station<br/>Two private boardroom / business suites for tenant's use (free of charge)<br/>Prime location adjacent to the A12 / A120 interchange<br/><br/>*Class E subject to planning<br/><br/>Available FOR SALE: <br/>*46 Mayfly Way 1,358 Sq Ft Available £340,000 (excl. VAT)<br/><br/>Please refer to the official marketing brochure for full details on the specification. Every effort is made by Fenn Wright to faithfully represent information provided by the vendor.<br/><br/>For further information please contact Agents; <br/>Fenn Wright<br/>[use Contact Agent Button]<br/>[use Contact Agent Button]

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

14/11/2025

Colchester Land for Sale

The site sits to the South of Junction 28 of the A12 and forms part of the Colchester Northern Gateway development. The site sits between David Lloyd Colchester to the west and Via Urbis Romance road which runs directly to the A12, which is moments drive to the north. To the south of the site in the Camulos Academy. Given the prominence and accessibility of the site it is suitable for a variety of uses subject to planning. The site is being marketed by way of an informal tender process with 2 offers being ideally required, one on an unconditional basis and the other on a conditional subject to planning basis. The deadline for offers is 12 Noon on Friday 10th October 2025.

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

14/08/2025

Boxted Office for Sale - Boxted, Essex

Date on Market:

03/06/2025

Boxted Office for Sale - Boxted, Essex

Our innovative concept allows easy conversion into two separate office spaces for maximised utility. This adaptability suits your evolving needs and can turn unused areas into additional income, potentially providing a cost-free office space. The units have been carefully constructed with a deep commitment to eco-friendliness, utilising sustainable materials whenever possible. At Boxted Park, we have taken proactive steps to integrate eco-conscious options directly into the very fabric of our units. Each space comes equipped with preinstalled infrastructure for solar panel heating and individual EV car charging points.

Date on Market:

22/05/2025

Marks Tey Retail for Sale

The Red Lion is a detached, Grade II Listed building which is predominantly arranged over two storeys under a pitched tiled roof. The property requires refurbishment throughout. Freehold offers sought in excess of £375,000, exc VAT, subject to vacant possession, sold as seen.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

17/06/2025