Retail Properties for Sale in the East of England

6-8 Market Pl

Saxmundham, IP17 1AG

• Retail for Sale
• £225,000
• 1,069 sq ft

• Energy Performance: D
• Commuter Rail

Saxmundham Retail for Sale

Prominent High street location. Located in the market town of Saxmundham, Suffolk, 18 miles North East of Ipswich. New letting to Algorial Retail Ltd providing a 10-year lease at £16,750 pa from 24 September 2021. The building provides a well-configured retail unit with an area totalling C. 1,069 sq ft GIA. Market Place is a traditional shopping street in Saxmundham, a small market town in East Suffolk (Pop approx. 4,100 - source: East Suffolk Coastal Local Plan) approximately 12 miles north of Woodbridge and 6 miles west of the coast at Aldeburgh. The county town of Ipswich is approximately 21 miles to the south. The railway station has regular services to Lowestoft and Ipswich from where there are trains to London Liverpool Street. The station is within a 5-minute walk from the property. Saxmundham is located some 8 miles west of Sizewell/Leiston where the Planning Inspectorate and Central Government have approved the construction of Sizewell C which will be an extension to the existing Nuclear Power Station and which will be constructed by EDF. Enabling works have recently commenced which will lead inevitably to increased business and construction activity in the surrounding area. Retail in Saxmundham is focused along Market Place and The High Street. There are very few multiple retailers in the area with a range of independents including art galleries, hairdressers, and small cafes/take-outs. There are two supermarkets serving the town: a Waitrose to the southeast of the High Street and a Tesco on Church Street opposite. 6-8 Market Place is a circa 1840 Grade II Listed building over 3 storeys, comprising a shop at the front with residential accommodation (which has been sold off on a long lease). The shop front has recently undergone significant external redecoration and improvement works. The ground floor to the front has a plate glass display window along the full length of the frontage with windows on the upper floors fitted with single glazed timber frames. There are two small plate glass shop display windows on the ground floor at the front overlooking Market Place. Retail space at 6/8 Market Place is accessed via a recessed shop front situated at no 8 Market Place. The property benefits from mains gas, electric, water and drainage. The building is located in a conservation area and the building is listed. The premise is let to ALGORIAL RETAIL LTD (Co Number: 12879930) on a 10-year FRI lease commencing on 24 September 2021. The passing rent is £16,750 per annum with an open market rental upwards only rent review in year 5. Market Place is let until September 2031 with no breaks leaving an unexpired lease term of 7 years and 8 months. The rent review in year 5 provides the purchaser with an opportunity for rental growth.

Contact:

Graham & Sibbald

Property Subtype:

Local Shop

Date on Market:

08/03/2024

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1305 London Rd

Leigh On Sea, SS9 2AD

• Retail for Sale
• £599,000
• 1,850 sq ft

Leigh On Sea Retail for Sale - Southend-On-Sea

A modern new built property consisting of a retail unit trading as fast food takeaway and 3 self-contained flats accessed from an independent street entrance. Situated along London Road, which is one of the main thoroughfares running through Leigh-on-Sea, nearby retailers include Waitrose, Sainsburys and a variety of other successful businesses. Leigh-on-Sea is a charming coastal town situated along the Thames Estuary, known for its picturesque old town, sandy beaches, and vibrant arts scene. It's part of the larger Borough of Southend-on-Sea.

Contact:

Countrywide Commercial (UK) Limited

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

27/02/2024

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The Parade - 125-127 High St

Watford, WD17 1NA

• Retail for Sale
• £4,000,000
• 45,571 sq ft

• 24 Hour Access

Watford Retail for Sale

The freehold interest to 125-127 High Street in Watford is available for offers in excess of £4,000,000.

Contact:

May & Company

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

06/11/2023

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7 Whitegate Rd

Southend On Sea, SS1 2LH

• Retail for Sale
• £650,000
• 7,340 sq ft

Southend On Sea Retail for Sale - Southend-On-Sea

Spacious retail showroom with dual frontage and open-plan layout, including storage spaces. Offered for sale with vacant possession. Southend on Sea, situated approximately 45 miles from Central London and 20 miles from Chelmsford, boasts excellent road and rail connectivity. This property holds a prime location just off Chichester Road on the western side of the High Street, surrounded by notable businesses such as Caffe Nero, Superdrug, JD, and Natwest. You'll find the Victoria Shopping Centre, the Royals Shopping Centre, and major city car parks in close proximity. Accommodation All floor areas are approximate and have been measured on a net internal (NIA) basis. Main Retail Area: 6,200 sq.ft (576 sq ms) Storage: 1,140 sq ft (106 sq ms) Terms An opportunity to purchase the residue of a 999 year lease which commenced on 10th May 2003, subject to an asking price of £625,000. (plus VAT if applicable)

Contact:

Dedman Gray Commercial

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

27/10/2023

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Lancaster House - Pegs Ln

Hertford, SG13 8EG

• Retail for Sale
• £850,000
• 2,400 sq ft

Hertford Retail for Sale

Opportunity to purchase the long leasehold interest in this mixed retail and residential property. The property comprises a self­-contained café unit fitted to shell condition within this new development scheme of 14 luxury apartments. The café has a 3­phase power supply with extensive glazing to the road frontage together with a terrace for customers. The two­ bedroom apartment is on the first floor with a high specification finish throughout and a balcony.

Contact:

Aitchison Raffety Commercial Ltd

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

06/04/2023

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95-97 High St

Kempston, MK42 7BS

• Retail for Sale
• £300,000
• 773 sq ft

Kempston Retail for Sale - Bedford

This versatile property offers ground floor Class E premises arranged as two rooms, providing excellent frontage and adaptable space for a variety of uses. To the rear, there is a gated yard offering secure parking for up to two vehicles. The first floor comprises two additional rooms, a kitchenette, and a bathroom, making it ideal for office, studio, or ancillary accommodation use.

Contact:

Stimpsons Eves

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

26/08/2022

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257 Chase Cross Rd

Romford, RM5 3XS

• Retail for Sale
• 300 sq ft

Romford Retail for Sale

A rarely available freehold opportunity comprising a former takeaway unit with a self-contained 1-bedroom flat above. Located in a prominent position on Chase Cross Road, this property has traded as a takeaway for over 40 years and offers excellent scope for owner-occupiers, investors, or developers. The asking price is £550,000 and includes both the ground and 1st floor.

Contact:

Andrew Caplin Commercial Ltd

Property Subtype:

Fast Food

Date on Market:

30/10/2025

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24 High St

Wickford, SS12 9AZ

• Retail for Sale
• 8,450 sq ft

Wickford Retail for Sale

The subject property occupies a prominent location and has been in the same family occupation for the past 80 years. It comprises an extensive ground/first floor showroom with fully glazed frontages to the High Street and a further glazed elevation to the rear with a roller shutter loading door and a ramped parking/loading area with circa 5 car spaces.

Contact:

Whybrow & Dodds Ltd

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

01/07/2025

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Proposed Retail Development - Long Rd

Manningtree, CO11 2HS

• Retail for Sale
• 525 - 765 sq ft
• 3 Units Available

Manningtree Retail for Sale - Mistley

This property will comprise retail accommodation of masonry construction.

Contact:

Whybrow

Date on Market:

03/03/2025

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76-78 High St

Braintree, CM7 1JP

• Retail for Sale
• 1,560 sq ft
• 1 Unit Available

• Energy Performance: D
• Security System

Braintree Office for Sale

Freehold - Terms upon request.

Contact:

Whybrow

Date on Market:

15/11/2024

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8 Market Pl

Diss, IP22 4AB

• Retail for Sale
• 9,526 sq ft

Diss Retail for Sale

Offers are invited for the freehold interest with full vacant possession. The property is prominently situated in the town’s market place adjacent to the Post Office and Boots. Other retailers nearby include Holland & Barrett, Halifax, Superdrug, Specsavers and Poundland.

Contact:

Whybrow

Property Subtype:

Department Store

Date on Market:

03/09/2024

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210 High St

Harwich, CO12 3AJ

• Retail for Sale
• £395,000
• 3,197 sq ft

Harwich Retail for Sale

Joint Commercial and Residential Opportunity: located centrally on the main High Street of Dovercourt, which serves Harwich and Dovercourt and local villages and Holiday sites. Property Overview: The large retail premises is currently vacant and offers a large duplex apartment above which is being sold together with vacant possession. Ideally positioned within close proximity of Boots, Superdrug, Lloyds Bank, a Post Office as well as many independent businesses including cafes, restaurants, opticians, delicatessen. A weekly market is held in close proximity and a new car park is very close by. This presents a unique opportunity to acquire over 3,384 square feet of mixed-use space. Boasting a commanding presence on the High Street, this property comprises a generous 1,337 sq ft retail space, a convenient 606 sq ft storage basement, and a sizable 1,440 sq ft duplex apartment. Would be ideal for someone wanting their own unique business premises while living in lovely spacious accommodation above. The ground floor features an extensive shop front with modern tiled flooring, ample space for creative business ventures, and large display windows. A storage basement and separate large storage room at the rear provides additional utility. Above, the expansive apartment offers three double bedrooms, a huge open-plan living and dining area with balcony access, and a modern kitchen. Local Area Highlights: Harwich and Dovercourt town has a rich maritime heritage and is an attractive location for both businesses and residents. Harwich port with it’s ferry service also offers a direct train route to London, Liverpool St.Station.There are two additional town train stations which serve the local commute to Manningtree and beyond. Harwich offers many historic buildings and medieval streets, the town is home to the Electric Palace Cinema, the Mayflower 400 trail, and a variety of museums including the Harwich Redoubt and the Maritime Museum. The Harwich International Port connects the area to European destinations, ideal for business logistics. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Dovercourt Bay Beach, Harwich Harbour Foot Ferry, and numerous walking, running, and cycling routes. Investment Potential With its significant square footage, this property offers a blend of commercial and residential possibilities. The potential combined rental income of £2,500 per calendar month is an attractive proposition for investors seeking to capitalize on Harwich's vibrant local economy and tourism. EPC Rating: D Basement and Storage Rooms 13.65m x 4.4m Accessed from the shop floor (with restricted head height). The first room is 9.15m deep by 4.4m wide leading to two sequential rooms of 4.5m deep by 4.4m wide. Shop Front 16.55m x 5.24m An expansive shop front bound to fulfil your creativity and impress your customers. Smartly fitted with seamless tiled flooring throughout and a full height glazed entrance door with two adjacent full height windows. Carpeted stairs lead you up to the duplex apartment above and a door at the rear leads you to a large storage / stock area. Rear Storage Room 8.7m x 5.02m Incorporating a kitchenette, full height storage cupboard, two windows to the rear elevation, a personal door out to the rear access and finished with grey travertine tile flooring. Duplex Apartment Landing Accessed straight from the shop front below, this landing leads you to the kitchen on your right hand side and a cloakroom in front of you. Cloakroom 1.68m x 1.09m With WC and hand wash basin. Kitchen and Breakfast area 4.44m x 3.61m Finished with a modern range of base units that include cupboards and drawers beneath a roll top work surface and matching wall mounted cabinets. A sink lies in front of the window to the rear elevation and the work surface extends to provide a breakfast seating area. Under the counter you will find plumbing for a washing machine and a dishwasher along with space for a further white appliance. Integral appliances include and Indesit oven and grill and a four ring hob beneath an extractor hood. The kitchen is open plan to the vast living and dining area. Open Plan Living and Dining Area 8.44m x 5.29m A huge expansive reception further enhanced by your own personal high street balcony accessed through glazed French doors between two hull height windows. Carpeted throughout with carpeted stairs that lead you up to the first floor. Second floor landing 4.78m x 3.67m Continuing the theme of spaciousness, carpeted with part wood clad walls, providing access to the three first floor double bedrooms and the large bathroom. First Bedroom 3.63m x 4.5m Carpeted with a large window to the rear framing a distant outlook of the North Sea toward Felixstowe. Second Bedroom 5.3m x 2.59m A carpeted double bedroom with window to the front elevation. Third Bedroom 5.59m x 2.61m A third double bedroom finished with wood laminate flooring, having a window to the front elevation. Bathroom 3.72m x 2.56m Extremely generous in proportions, this bathroom includes a panel bath with thermostatic shower tap, WC, pedestal hand wash basin, extractor fan, tiled walls and tiled flooring. Balcony The apartment offers access to a south facing large flat roof balcony area above the shop frontage, with iron railings, overlooking the high street.

Contact:

Churchwood Stanley

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

12/11/2025

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Marshall Nissan - Lamdin Rd

Bury St Edmunds, IP32 6NU

• Retail for Sale
• £1,350,000
• 10,463 sq ft

Bury St Edmunds Retail for Sale

The property comprises a detached purpose built car dealership with forecourt display and secure rear yard. The showroom provides full height glazed frontage and customer entrance from Lamdin Road. The internal specification includes tiled floors, suspended ceiling with spot-lighting, comfort cooling and ancillary sales offices. To the rear of the showroom a clear span workshop is provided with two full height roller doors leading to the rear yard. The specification includes power floated concrete floors and sodium lighting. The rear yard is secure and laid to tarmac with closed board fencing. Freehold with vacant possession.

Contact:

Hazells Chartered Surveyors

Property Subtype:

Car Dealership

Date on Market:

13/05/2025

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2-4 Applegate Mews

Sudbury, CO10 0LH

• Retail for Sale
• £460,000
• 2,087 sq ft

Sudbury Retail for Sale - Great Cornard

The property comprises adjoining lock-up shop units which form part of a larger mixed but predominantly residential development undertaken by Flagship Housing in 2010. Originally designed to be three standard units the layout of 2, 3 & 4 were adapted for single occupation and was recently refitted and rebranded as a Morrisons Daily which also houses the local Post Office. The building is of steel frame construction with part rendered and part brick elevations under a predominately pitched roof with interlocking concrete tiles. The scheme has a shopper’s car park and there is also unrestricted on street parking close by.

Contact:

Birchall Steel Ltd

Property Subtype:

Supermarket

Date on Market:

19/12/2025

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6 Longsands Parade

St Neots, PE19 1SU

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

• Energy Performance: C
• Security System

St Neots Retail for Sale

The property comprises a long leasehold retail unit with residential flat above and is located within a neighbourhood shopping complex; Longsands Parade which fronts Longsands Road which connects to Cambridge Street providing direct access to St Neots High Street. Adjacent occupiers include NISA Local and food operators. The end of terrace shop is currently trading as a hairdresser and provides reception, salon area, rear storage and a staff room. Facilities include electric heating, fluorescent lighting, kitchenette and WC's. Customer parking is available to the front of the property. Access to the rear is via an adjacent driveway which provides access to staff parking. The property is held on a long leasehold for a term of 2000 years from 25th December 1986. The flat is sold on a long leasehold basis for a term of 125 years paying an annual ground rent of £200 per annum. LEASE & RENTAL TERMS The property is let to a hairdresser on a full repairing and insuring basis on a 15 year lease which commenced on 14th September 2012. The passing rent is £20,000 per annum exclusive. A new 15 year lease has been proposed at a commencing rent of £20,000 per annum; increasing to £21,000 per annum for years 4 and 5.

Contact:

Brown & Co

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

19/12/2025

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Timmermans Nursery - Arterial Rd

West Horndon, CM13 3TB

• Retail for Sale
• £3,000,000
• 1,710 sq ft

West Horndon Retail for Sale - Brentwood

Terms Freehold for sale with vacant possession. Figures Offers in excess of £3m.

Contact:

Branch Associates Ltd

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

18/12/2025

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The Depot - 49 Fairfield Rd

Braintree, CM7 3AG

• Retail for Sale
• £475,000
• 3,483 sq ft

• Energy Performance: C

Braintree Retail for Sale

This fully let retail investment offers an attractive opportunity for purchasers seeking secure income with future upside. The property comprises three ground floor retail units, all let to established sole traders on long leaseholds with 981 years remaining. The investment is currently under-rented, providing excellent potential to increase rental income at review or upon lease renewal. Located in a prominent position close to Braintree town centre and surrounded by established amenities, the property benefits from strong tenant demand and long-term asset management potential. With VAT not applicable and a blended yield of 6.9%, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-located, income-producing asset with significant reversionary potential.

Contact:

Coke Gearing

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

18/12/2025

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72-73 High St

Huntingdon, PE29 3EN

• Retail for Sale
• £270,000
• 1,522 sq ft

• Security System

Huntingdon Retail for Sale

A three storey double fronted retail unit prominently located on Huntingdon High Street with extensive stockrooms to the rear with offices on both first and second floors. The property requires refurbishment and may be suitable for a conversion to residential use (STP).

Contact:

Eddisons

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Office

Date on Market:

18/12/2025

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154 Unthank Rd

Norwich, NR2 2AB

• Retail for Sale
• £500,000
• 1,639 sq ft

Norwich Retail for Sale

Offers in excess of £500,000 with a net initial yield of 7.64%

Contact:

Savoy Stewart Limited

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

18/12/2025

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90-91 High St

Huntingdon, PE29 3DP

• Retail for Sale
• £100,000
• 3,132 sq ft

• Security System

Huntingdon Retail for Sale

£100,000 for the freehold interest.

Contact:

Eddisons

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Office

Date on Market:

16/12/2025

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39-40 King St

Great Yarmouth, NR30 2PN

• Retail for Sale
• £135,000
• 6,567 sq ft

Great Yarmouth Retail for Sale

Lot 99 is available for sale at a Barnard Marcus online auction to be held on Tuesday 16th of December 2025. The property comprises an investment opportunity for sale. The asking price is £135,000.0

Contact:

Sequence (UK) Ltd

Date on Market:

12/12/2025

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23 High St

Clacton On Sea, CO15 1NU

• Retail for Sale
• £250,000
• 2,104 sq ft

• Security System
• Smoke Detector

Clacton On Sea Retail for Sale - Clacton-on-Sea

Situated in the High Street of Clacton-on-Sea, we are offering for sale this freehold two storey premises benefiting from extensive shop floor space, gas heating system and rear access. On the first floor, which is currently used for storage, is a two/three bedroom apartment which offers good size accommodation. In addition, interested parties have an option to purchase the goodwill and stock of the existing business.

Contact:

Mike Vincent & Son

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

10/12/2025

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The Swan Inn - Harleston Rd

Eye, IP21 5PE

• Retail for Sale
• £335,000
• 2,885 sq ft

• Air Conditioning
• Security System
• 24 Hour Access
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Smoke Detector

Eye Retail for Sale - Fressingfield

Two storey detached, brick -built property with half height painted render, timber windows, loft conversion and single storey rear extension under a pitched tiled roof is situated to the left of the site. Hard standing car park for approximately 12 cars is positioned to the right of the building. Six-bedroom private accommodation which is accessed internally.

Contact:

Fleurets

Property Subtype:

Bar

Date on Market:

10/12/2025

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