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More details for Harbour Clos, Marchwood - Industrial for Sale

Harbour Clos

Marchwood, SO40 4AF

  • Industrial for Sale
  • £565,000
  • 6,207 sq ft
  • Security System

Marchwood Industrial for Sale - New Forest

The property comprises a modern warehouse/industrial unit of steel portal frame construction with insulated clad walls and roof with intermittent roof lights. On the ground floor there is an entrance / office room, a disabled WC and a separate male WC with urinal. The mezzanine benefits from a mess room with worktop and sink plus lockers / storage cupboards. The property is available for sale at a guide price of £565,000 excluding VAT for the freehold with vacant possession on completion.

Contact:

Hellier Langston Ltd

Property Subtype:

Service

Date on Market:

19/02/2026
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More details for 2A Peveril Rd, Southampton - Retail for Sale

2A Peveril Rd

Southampton, SO19 2DW

  • Retail for Sale
  • £240,000
  • 443 sq ft
  • Security System

Southampton Retail for Sale

Offers are invited in excess of £240,000. Cooking equipment included. This is a two-storey detached building. The ground floor comprises a shop unit, which has been in long-term use as a takeaway, with a sales area and rear preparation space. The first floor provides ancillary residential accommodation, currently arranged as three rooms and a bathroom, with a separate side access. The shop could suit a variety of occupiers, subject to planning permission, and benefits from 3 phase power, LED lighting and cooking equipment. There is a rear access into the preparation area. The property also benefits from free on-street parking available 24/7.

Contact:

Keygrove Chartered Surveyors

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

14/01/2026
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More details for 399 Shirley Rd, Southampton - Retail for Sale

399 Shirley Rd

Southampton, SO15 3JD

  • Retail for Sale
  • £850,000
  • 484 sq ft

Southampton Retail for Sale

Investment Consideration: Rental Income: £52,560 p.a. + 2 vacant studio flats ERV: £71,640 p.a. GIY: 8.43% VAT is NOT applicable to this property Comprises 1 x Retail Shop, 1 x 2-Bed and 5 x Studio Flats Total retail area: 45 sq m (484 sq ft) Total residential area: 152 sq m (1,636 sq ft) Situated right opposite a bus station that offers direct transportation links to Southampton City Centre via bus. Nearby occupiers include McDonalds, Halifax, Lidl, The Gym Group, Pharmacy, Barbers and Restaurants, amongst others. Property Description: Mid-terrace building comprising 1 x Retail Shop, 1 x 2-Bed Flat and 5 x Studio Flats. The residential flats have been newly developed/converted in 2022 to a high standard, providing the following accommodation and dimensions: Ground Floor: Shop - 45 sq m (484 sq ft) Rear Ground Floor: Studio 1 - 17 sq m (183 sq ft) Double bed, Kitchen, Bathroom Studio 2 - 17 sq m (183 sq ft) Double bed, Kitchen, Bathroom Studio 3 - 17 sq m (183 sq ft) Double bed, Kitchen, Bathroom First Floor: Studio B - 26 sq m (280 sq ft) Double bed, Kitchen, Bathroom Studio C - 22 sq m (237 sq ft) Double bed, Kitchen, Bathroom Second Floor: Flat A - 53 sq m (570 sq ft) 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Bathroom Tenancy: The ground floor shop is at present let to RJ Foods Express for a term of 5 years from 22nd September 2021 at a current rent of £12,000 per annum and the lease contains full repairing and insuring covenants. Studio 1 is at present vacant. ERV: £9,720 p.a. Studio 2 is at present let on AST to and Individual for a term of 12 Months from 5th December 2025 at a current rent of £9,480 p.a. Deposit held of £800. Studio 3 is at present let on AST to and Individual for a term of 12 Months from 27th December 2025 at a current rent of £8,880 p.a. Deposit held of £853. Studio B is at present vacant. ERV: £9,360 p.a. Studio C is at present let on AST to and Individual for a term of 6 Months from 17th December 2025 at a current rent of £8,400 p.a. Deposit held of £778. Flat A is at present let to an Individual for a term of 6 Months from 30th August 2025 at a current rent of £13,800 p.a. Deposit held of £1,326. Location: Shirley is a broad district and a former village on the western side of Southampton, England. Shirley's main roles are retailing and residential. It is the most important suburban shopping area in the west of the city. The property is situated right opposite a bus station that offers direct transportation links to Southampton City Centre. Occupiers nearby including McDonalds, Halifax, Lidl, The Gym Group, Pharmacy, Barbers and Restaurants, amongst others.

Contact:

Blue Alpine Partners Ltd

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Office

Date on Market:

08/01/2026
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More details for 118 Shirley Rd, Southampton - Retail for Sale

118 Shirley Rd

Southampton, SO15 3FD

  • Retail for Sale
  • £250,000
  • 775 sq ft

Southampton Retail for Sale

Freehold for sale. Offers are invited in the region of £250,000. This two storey building is arranged as three rooms, kitchenette and toilet on the first floor, plus three rooms, kitchenette and toilet on the ground floor. Amenities include ceiling mounted air conditioning units for two of the three rooms on the ground floor which also benefits from gas fired central heating radiators, fluorescent lighting, and vinyl floor coverings. On the first floor there is also a ceiling mounted an air conditioning unit (rear room), central heating radiators, lighting and vinyl floor coverings. There is access via the ground floor kitchenette to the rear garden. The building was probably built at the beginning of the last century, located on the west side of this busy thoroughfare being midway between the main retailing area of Shirley and the City Centre. Closeby are a number of both national and local retailers, such as Lidl, Sainsbury’s plus various banks and estate agents. The M27 (junction 3 and 5) is within a few minutes driving distance making all parts of the Solent region quick and easy to reach whilst further afield via the M3 and the national motorway network. National and Continental flights are available from Southampton Airport whilst the adjoining Eastleigh Parkway railway station offers travel to all stations to London Waterloo.

Contact:

Newton Scott

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

07/01/2026
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More details for 28-29 St. Mary St, Southampton - Office for Sale

28-29 St. Mary St

Southampton, SO14 1AT

  • Office for Sale
  • £450,000
  • 4,481 sq ft

Southampton Office for Sale

The Site is registered at Land Registry under Freehold Title No. HP754243. The Property is to be sold subject to, and/or with the benefit of, any rights of way, leases, easements or restrictions, which may exist, whether or not mentioned in the particulars. The Property is offered for sale by informal tender. Offers are invited on an unconditional or subject to planning basis. The Bid deadline for offers is noon on Wednesday 28 January 2026. Please note the vendor is not obligated to accept any offer.

Contact:

Savills

Date on Market:

09/12/2025
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More details for 9 Carlton Pl, Southampton - Office for Sale

9 Carlton Pl

Southampton, SO15 2EA

  • Office for Sale
  • £325,000
  • 1,494 sq ft

Southampton Office for Sale

The freehold is offered for sale at £325,000 subject to contract with vacant possession. The property has an energy performance asset rating of 101 (band E). A copy of the certificate is available for inspection. The property could potentially be converted in whole or part into residential use, subject to planning permission. There is car parking to the rear of the property.

Contact:

Pullen Associates Ltd

Date on Market:

16/10/2025
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More details for Mount Pleasant Rd, Southampton - Office for Sale

Fairways House - Mount Pleasant Rd

Southampton, SO14 0YS

  • Office for Sale
  • £3,750,000
  • 26,362 sq ft

Southampton Office for Sale

The site is roughly rectangular in shape and extends to 1.673 acres (0.677 hectares) which comprises a detached two storey industrial unit converted into serviced office space. Current site coverage from the building is approximately 40%. With over 130 car parking spaces. The property our clients as serviced/managed workspace and benefits from a modern range of traditional office rental to coworking and flexible office spaces. Available workspace to hire includes: Virtual Offices, Hot Desk, Permanent Desk, Office Space and Meeting Rooms. Alongside this, various private event space and two meeting rooms, a range of break out areas including kitchenette and tea/coffee facilities. With modern wired and wireless internet connection throughout the building. The immediate area includes views and access to walks along the River Itchen, further employment and to the east the landmark Meridian Waterside development, a major regeneration scheme creating a dynamic destination for riverside living.

Contacts:

Savills

Vail Williams LLP

Date on Market:

29/09/2025
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More details for 30 Victoria Rd, Southampton - Retail for Sale

30 Victoria Rd

Southampton, SO19 9DX

  • Retail for Sale
  • £575,000
  • 2,250 sq ft

Southampton Retail for Sale

Investment Consideration: Gross Initial Yield: 7.93% Rental Income: £45,600 p.a. VAT is NOT applicable to this property Four-storey building comprising retail shop (sold-off) and 4 x 1-bed residential apartments Part newly developed in 2024 to a high standard. One of the flats benefit from private garden at rear Within short walk from Woolston Train Station with nearby occupiers include Subway, Greggs and more. Property Description: Newly converted and extended four-storey building comprising ground floor retail shop with ancillary accommodation at lower ground floor (sold-off) and 4 x 1-bed newly developed residential apartments (C3) at rear lower ground, ground, first and second floor, providing the following accommodation and dimensions: Lower Ground: Flat 1 (1-Bed) - 40 sq m (430 sq ft) Ground Floor: Flat 2 (1-Bed) - 37 sq m (398 sq ft) First Floor: Flat 3 (1-Bed) - 37 sq m (398 sq ft) Flat 4 (1-Bed) - 60 sq m (646 sq ft) Kitchen/living room, bathroom Second Floor: Flat 4 - bedroom Ground/Lower Ground Floor Shop: Sold-off Total Residential Area: 174 sq m (1,872 sq ft) Tenancy: Flat 1 is at present let on AST to an Individual for a term of 12 Months from 30th September 2025 at a current rent of £11,400 per annum. Flat 2 is at present let on AST to an Individual for a term of 12 Months from 18th February 2026 at a current rent of £10,800 per annum. Deposit held of £1,000. Flat 3 is at present let on AST to an Individual for a term of 12 Months from 17th October 2025 at a current rent of £10,800 per annum. Deposit held of £1,038. Flat 4 is at present let on AST to an Individual for a term of 12 months from 31st October 2025 at a current rent of £12,600 per annum. The retail shop has been sold-off on long leasehold for a term of 999 Years from 7th November 2025 at a ground rent of peppercorn. Location: Woolston is a suburb of Southampton, Hampshire, located on the eastern bank of the River Itchen. It is bounded by the River Itchen, Peartree Green, Itchen and Weston. The property is located within short walk to Woolston Station with occupiers nearby including Subway, Co-Op Food, Superdrug, Admiral Casino and more.

Contact:

Blue Alpine Partners Ltd

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

08/03/2025
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More details for 30-30B Bedford Pl, Southampton - Retail for Sale

30-30B Bedford Pl

Southampton, SO15 2DG

  • Retail for Sale
  • £600,000
  • 966 sq ft

Southampton Retail for Sale

This mid-terraced two-storey building, located in the bustling heart of Bedford Place, offers an excellent investment opportunity. Situated between Carlton Crescent and Carlton Place, this high-footfall area benefits from nearby office occupiers, student accommodation, and tourist traffic. The property includes two well-maintained lock-up shop units on the ground floor, with two newly formed, high-standard flats on the first floor, accessible from Bedford Place and Upper Bannister Street. Recently refurbished, the building boasts updated roofing, windows, and modernised internal areas. With close proximity to key Southampton attractions, shopping malls, and transport links, this is a versatile commercial investment in a prime location. Offers in the region of £600,000 are invited, subject to contract. This figure reflects a NIY of 8%.

Contact:

Newton Scott

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

26/02/2025
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More details for Grange Dr, Southampton - Office for Sale

Imperial House - Grange Dr

Southampton, SO30 2DF

  • Office for Sale
  • £2,200,000
  • 16,280 sq ft
  • Energy Performance: C
  • Air Conditioning
  • Reception

Southampton Office for Sale - Eastleigh

Imperial House comprises a modern, detached HQ style office building with an impressive ground floor reception and open plan accommodation arranged over two floors. The property offers allocated parking for 72 cars, WC and shower facilities, comfort cooling, secure bicycle spaces and EV connections. Freehold available for sale for offers in excess of £2,450,000

Contact:

J Peiser Wainwright

Date on Market:

04/02/2025
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More details for Botley Road, Southampton - Land for Sale

Land adjacent to Holiday Inn Express M27 - Botley Road

Southampton, SO30 3HA

  • Land for Sale
  • Price Upon Request
  • 0.39 ac Plot

Southampton Land for Sale

Leasehold and Freehold offers invited. Price on application. Expressions of interest are invited on both a freehold site basis subject to planning, we will also invite offers on a leasehold basis. We require details from each occupier in respect of their proposed use and timescales, along with site requirements including site size, building size and number of car parking spaces.

Contact:

Savills

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

22/01/2026
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More details for Bursledon Road, Southampton - Office for Sale

Highpoint - Bursledon Road

Southampton, SO19 8BR

  • Office for Sale
  • Price Upon Request
  • 35,995 sq ft

Southampton Office for Sale

Highpoint occupies a prominent South Coast location, highly visible on Bursledon Road, Southampton. This is a key arterial route with upto 22,000 cars passing daily and is only 5 minutes to the M27 (Junction 8), 10 minutes to Southampton City Centre, and 15 minutes to Southampton International Airport. The building is approximately 35,995 sq ft (3,344m²) (NIA) across Ground, First, and Second Floors, with flexible floor plates and adaptable layouts. There is significant On-Site Parking (total site area est 1.52 acres) with approx. 150 car spaces (1:250 sq ft parking ratio) with side and rear access points In current configuration, there is a purpose built second floor conference suite accommodating 10 to 600 people, fully fitted with AV and WiFi infrastructure, as well as solar panels, living roof, and energy-efficient systems already installed. Highpoint offers value add opportunities, ideal for investors, developers, and occupiers seeking repositioning potential through refurbishment, redevelopment, or change of use (STP). The building would be well suited for office, healthcare, education, community, hospitality, specialist living or place of worship uses, subject to planning. Offered for sale (freehold) with vacant possession or new lease terms available.

Contact:

Omega RE

Date on Market:

06/05/2025
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More details for 77-81 Shirley High St, Southampton - Retail for Sale

77-81 Shirley High St

Southampton, SO15 3TX

  • Retail for Sale
  • £600,000
  • 5,171 sq ft

Southampton Retail for Sale

Offers considered in the region of £600,000 subject to contract for the freehold interest. Shirley High Street sits within a retail district approximately 3 miles to the north west of Southampton city centre. It is an arterial route into the city and is densely populated. The location is popular with national occupiers. The subject property comprises a two storey building, which rises to three storeys to the rear. Internally the ground floor comprises a part open plan retail bank layout, with cellular consultation offices and thick walled strong room. The first floor accommodation primarily comprises cellular office rooms, in use as either canteen, storage, server or training rooms.

Contact:

Mava Real Estate

Property Subtype:

Bank

Date on Market:

21/02/2026
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More details for 94 Alfriston Gdns, Southampton - Retail for Sale

94 Alfriston Gdns

Southampton, SO19 8FU

  • Retail for Sale
  • £150,000
  • 1,500 sq ft

Southampton Retail for Sale

Freehold Retail Investment in SO19 8FU<b>Guide Price £150,000 to £200,000* Buyers Premium Applies</b><br/><br/>For sale by online auction. To review the legal documents and to view the auction information click on the buttons at the bottom of this advert or visit our website tcpa.co.uk <br/><br/>Town & Country Property Auctions are delighted to offer for sale by Public Auction this Freehold Commercial Investment Opportunity located in Alfriston Gardens, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 8FU.<br/><br/>An established and long-trading retail premises currently occupied by Family Shopper, providing a steady income of £14,000 per annum (exclusive), subject to review. The current lease term expires on 9 January 2038, and we understand that the tenant is not in arrears. The property is self-managed by the freeholder.<br/><br/>The property comprises a well-configured ground floor retail unit featuring three fully stocked aisles, extensive ambient shelving, and lined chiller cabinets throughout. The layout offers clear customer flow and strong merchandising capacity. To the rear and below the main shop floor is a substantial stock room area together with W/C facilities, supporting the day-to-day operation of the business.<br/><br/>Externally, the property forms part of a neighbourhood retail parade in a densely populated residential area, benefiting from consistent local footfall and long-term proven rentability.<br/>Importantly, the sale includes the freehold of the entire building. The three-bedroom maisonette situated above has been sold off on a long lease, offering additional reversionary interest to the freeholder.<br/><br/>The building would benefit from some cosmetic and general improvement works, presenting scope for asset management and future value enhancement.<br/><br/>A straightforward income-producing investment in a popular Southampton location with long-standing commercial use.<br/> <br/>The property will be entered into our 25th March auction which is held online and starts at 10am. You must register to bid and download the legal pack. <br/> <br/>PROPERTY FEATURES <br/>. Parking <br/>. Garage <br/>. 28 Day Completion<br/>. Freehold<br/>. Freehold Investment<br/>. Established Tenant<br/>. Retail Premises<br/>. Reversionary Potential<br/>. Value Add Opportunity<br/>. Long Trading Location<br/><br/>VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS <br/>We will be holding viewing slots, please call us on[use Contact Agent Button]. <br/>The property is available for viewing immediately. Please contact Town & Country Property Auctions for more information and to register for the auction. The auction will be held online, and registration is now open. <br/> <br/><br/>Freehold<b>UNCONDITIONAL LOT</b> Buyers Premium Applies Upon the fall of the hammer, the Purchaser shall pay a 5% deposit and a 2%+VAT (subject to a minimum of £5,000+VAT) buyers premium and contracts are exchanged. The purchaser is legally bound to buy and the vendor is legally bound to sell the Property/Lot. The auction conditions require a full legal completion 28 days following the auction (unless otherwise stated).<br/><br/><b>Pre Auction Offers Are Considered</b>The seller of this property may consider a pre-auction offer prior to the auction date. All auction conditions will remain the same for pre-auction offers which include but are not limited to, the special auction conditions which can be viewed within the legal pack, the Buyer's Premium, and the deposit. To make a pre-auction offer we will require two forms of ID, proof of your ability to purchase the property and complete our auction registration processes online. To find out more information or to make a pre-auction offer please contact us.<br/><br/>Special Conditions<br/>Any additional costs will be listed in the Special Conditions within the legal pack and these costs will be payable on completion. The legal pack is available to download free of charge under the LEGAL DOCUMENTS'. Any stamp duty and/or government taxes are not included within the Special Conditions within the legal pack and all potential buyers must make their own investigations.

Contact:

Town & Country Property Auctions

Date on Market:

19/02/2026
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More details for 21-35 St. Denys Rd, Southampton - Retail for Sale

Picador Chevrolet - 21-35 St. Denys Rd

Southampton, SO17 1GJ

  • Retail for Sale
  • £975,000
  • 12,416 sq ft
  • Energy Performance: C
  • Security System

Southampton Retail for Sale

21-35 St Denys Road is available freehold for offers in excess of £975,000. This property comprises a car showroom with ancillary offices, storage and rest room facilities. There is also a workshop to the rear. Set on a site of approximately 0.67 acres, the property also benefits from between 50 to 60 car display spaces together with space for a further 10 cars adjacent to the workshop. The buildings EPC Rating is C54 and the business rates are £129,000. The property also presents an opportunity for a vehicle sales business or alternative uses subject to town planning. A pre-app has been submitted to Southampton City Council for the potential development of 17 houses on the site and full information is available on request. The premises are prominently located at the junction of St Denys Road and the A335 Thomas Lewis Way. The site sits 2.5 miles south of Junction 5 of the M27 and 1.2 miles north of Southampton City Centre via the A335 main arterial route between the two. Local amenities including shops, banks and restaurants are located a 5 minute walk westwards along St Denys Road to Portswood Centre. St Denys Railway Station is located a 5 minute walk south from the site. Southampton Airport and Southampton Airport Parkway Mainline Station is located 2.8 miles to the north.

Contact:

Realest

Property Subtype:

Car Dealership

Date on Market:

26/01/2026
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More details for Royal Crescent Rd, Southampton - Industrial for Sale

Olleco Southampton - Royal Crescent Rd

Southampton, SO14 3TT

  • Industrial for Sale
  • £8,000,000
  • 27,000 sq ft

Southampton Industrial for Sale

Freehold investment opportunity in Southampton city centre. The site benefits from full planning consent (Ref: 23/00649/FUL, March 2024) for a landmark co-living scheme comprising 397 studio units across a 17-storey tower with additional 7- and 5-storey elements. Total site area is 0.47 hectares (1.16 acres). Designed to institutional standards with ESG credentials, the scheme offers extensive shared amenities including co-working spaces, gym, café, and resident terraces. Located within a 10-minute walk of the city centre and close to Ocean Village, universities, and major employers, with excellent transport links to London and the South Coast. Guide price: £8,000,000 Freehold. Section 106 contribution approx. £1,785,000; CIL liability TBC. Viewings strictly by appointment.

Contact:

CSJ Property

Property Subtype:

Service

Date on Market:

08/12/2025
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More details for Charles Watts Way, Southampton - Retail for Sale

Next - Charles Watts Way

Southampton, SO30 4RT

  • Retail for Sale
  • £19,000,000
  • 143,582 sq ft
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Southampton Retail for Sale - Hedge End

The property comprises an attractive, well designed three storey retail store with a conservatory and covered outdoor space, formerly operated as a garden centre. The property was designed and built for Next in 2014 and forms a multi brand concept with concessions from Costa Coffee, Holland and Barratt, Virgin Holidays and Bath & Body Works.

Contact:

Allsop

Property Subtype:

Standalone

Date on Market:

09/10/2025
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How many Commercial Property listings are available for sale in Southampton?
There are currently 24 Commercial Properties available for sale near Southampton. These Southampton Commercial Property listings have an average size of 15,235 sq ft. The largest available listing in Southampton is 143,582 sq ft. The thriving commercial centre and excellent transport links in Southampton make it an ideal location for businesses to find suitable Commercial Property for sale.
What factors could affect the prices of Commercial Properties in Southampton?
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What other types of commercial property are available for sale in Southampton?
There is a diverse range of commercial properties available in Southampton to suit various business needs. Southampton offers office buildings, retail units and shops, and industrial units & warehouses, catering to a variety of sectors and industries. With a total of 24 Southampton commercial property listings in the area, potential owners can find suitable options that meet their requirements.
What are the advantages of investing in commercial property in the UK?
Commercial property investment can provide long-term income through leases, capital appreciation, and portfolio diversification. Compared to residential property, commercial leases are often longer and place more responsibility on tenants for repairs and maintenance.
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Do I need a commercial mortgage to invest?
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What should I look for when doing due diligence?
Due diligence includes reviewing lease terms, tenant strength, service charges, planning permissions, condition reports, and title deeds. A commercial solicitor and surveyor are strongly recommended before purchase.
What are the risks of investing in commercial property?
Risks include void periods (no rental income), tenant default, maintenance liabilities, and changes in market conditions or planning regulations. Mitigating these requires proper property management and lease structuring.
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Southampton presents compelling opportunities for those looking to invest in commercial property. Available freehold stock includes offices, light industrial units, retail premises and mixed-use buildings. Areas such as Shirley, Bitterne and Portswood offer attractive yields and long-term growth potential, while central locations benefit from high footfall and excellent connectivity. With strong port activity, a growing local economy, and continued urban development, Southampton is a sound choice for commercial property investment on the South Coast.

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