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Retail property to let in Cardiff, from high-street shops and boutique units to larger commercial spaces ideal for cafés, service businesses, and established retail brands.

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More details for 6 Curran Rd, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

Gramercy Tower - 6 Curran Rd

Cardiff, CF10 5JQ

  • Retail to Let
  • £8,250 - £15,950 pa
  • 405 - 1,192 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now

Cardiff Retail to Rent

Gramercy tower is a modern, 27 storey residential building offering rental apartments in the heart of Cardiff. The tower provides 188 stylish, high quality apartments with views of the city and Cardiff Bay. The building sits in an ideal location for both residential and business tenants. The Ground Floor also offers two commercial units, constructed to shell specification consisting of solid floors and ceilings, brick walls, capped off services along with a new shop front.

Contact:

Carter Jonas LLP

Date on Market:

15/07/2025
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More details for Tyndall St, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

Copper Works - Tyndall St

Cardiff, CF10 4BZ

  • Retail to Let
  • £29,500 pa
  • 2,100 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: B
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Fitness Centre
  • Kitchen

Cardiff Retail to Rent

Constructed over 23 storeys, the development comprises 307 private rental homes with a roof top lounge and terrace with a commercial unit on the ground floor. The unit has been constructed to shell specification with a new shop front and capped off services. There is potential for parking.

Contacts:

Carter Jonas LLP

Emanuel Jones LLP

Property Type:

Build-to-Rent

Date on Market:

19/01/2022
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More details for Central Sq, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

The Interchange - Central Sq

Cardiff, CF10 1EP

  • Retail to Let
  • 1,786 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now

Cardiff Retail to Rent

Cardiff Bus Interchange is located in the prestigious Central Square development in the heart of Wales’s capital city. With Cardiff Central station a stone’s throw from the Interchange, the area is a bustling transport hub with high pedestrian footfall. The property comprises a prominently positioned ground-floor unit, suitable for retail and leisure opportunities. We have been verbally advised that the Council has agreed to allow outdoor seating at the front of the property, further enhancing the potential of the space. We are verbally advised that the accommodation has planning consent for A1, A2 or A3 use.

Contact:

Alder King LLP

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

17/09/2025
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More details for 61 Wellfield Rd, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

61 Wellfield Rd

Cardiff, CF24 3PA

  • Retail to Let
  • £28,000 pa
  • 1,597 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: E
  • Security System

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property occupies a prime corner position on Wellfield Road, at the heart of the vibrant and highly populated suburb of Roath. Approximately 2 miles from Cardiff City Centre, the area benefits from heavy footfall and an established mix of local and national occupiers including Greggs, Subway, Tesco Express, Joe's Ice Cream, Coffi Lab, Juno Lounge and Cafe Nero.

Contact:

Harris & Birt

Date on Market:

03/12/2025
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More details for 28 High St, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

Nomad, 28 High Street, Cardiff CF10 1PU - 28 High St

Cardiff, CF10 1PU

  • Retail to Let
  • £80,000 pa
  • 3,736 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: C
  • Security System
  • Commuter Rail
  • Restaurant

Cardiff Retail to Rent

Lease Assignment for a fully fitted prime restaurant opportunity for a premium of £375,000 to include all fixtures and fittings. The property benefits from a 15 year lease expiring 2039. Rental of £80,000 pa with fixed uplifts in 2029 and 2034. The subject property is situated on High Street a pedestrianised area directly opposite Cardiff Castle in the heart of the City Centre. This is the central core for the food and beverage/leisure sectors. The area has been transformed into one of the most vibrant areas with the arrival of many new occupiers. Cardiff Central Train Station and Cardiff Bus Station are a short walk away as is the Principality Stadium and Central Square development. Central Square is now home to the BBC HQ and new Government Hub for HMRC plus a number of other high calibre office occupiers with office workers on site totalling 6,000 plus. This attractive Grade II Listed building is mid terraced with a stone and brickwork facade and pitched tiled roof. The restaurant comprises the basement and ground floor only. There are 60 covers plus 10 counter seats on the ground floor with a large bar area and rear kitchen that was installed in 2024. The basement consists of staff back of house, and the male/female toilets. The existing operator is looking to assign their existing lease and requires a premium of £375,000 to include all fixtures and fittings. An inventory is available on request.

Contact:

Fletcher Morgan Ltd

Date on Market:

30/10/2025
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More details for Pierhead St, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

Terra Nova/ Alexander House - Pierhead St

Cardiff, CF10 4PB

  • Retail to Let
  • £12,000 pa
  • 980 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Private Toilets

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property is located in Scott Harbour, Butetown, south of Cardiff city centre. It is situated on the corner at the junction between Pierhead Street and Bute Place. It benefits from good connectivity via the A4232 which links to the city centre (north via Central link) and both east and west. It is also well serviced by public transport with a number of local bus routes and Bute Street train station a short 0.3 miles north. Noteable surrounding occupiers include Co-Op, Welsh Government related offices and Premier Inn Hotel.

Contact:

Emanuel Jones LLP

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

24/10/2025
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More details for 279 Penarth Rd, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

279 Penarth Rd

Cardiff, CF11 8TT

  • Retail to Let
  • £85,000 pa
  • 6,311 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Security System

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property is located on Penarth Road, Cardiff’s prime motor trade/trade counter location. It is one of the main arterial routes into the City Centre and easily accessible to the A4232 and M4. Nearby occupiers including Sytner BMW, Hyundai, Jaguar/Land Rover, Lexus and Toyota. The self-contained roadside warehouse was formerly used as a tyre centre and has roller shutter door access across the front with two service bays and a reception/office area. To the rear is further warehouse space with two roller shutter doors. To the front is large forecourt for customer or display car parking. Prominent roadside warehouse suitable for motor or trade uses.

Contact:

Fletcher Morgan Ltd

Date on Market:

07/10/2025
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More details for Hadfield Road, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

Hadfield Road

Cardiff, CF11 8AQ

  • Retail to Let
  • £50,000 pa
  • 7,919 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Security System
  • Private Toilets

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property is located on Hadfield Road, Cardiff approximately 1.5 miles to the southwest of Cardiff City Centre. Junction 33 of the M4 Motorway is approximately 7.5miles to the north west via the A4232.The area is an established motor trade and retail location with existing occupiers including Sytner Mini, N&C Tiles and Bathrooms, Johnstone’s Decorating Centre and Land Rover.

Contact:

RJ Chartered Surveyors

Date on Market:

02/10/2025
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More details for 34-42 Merthyr Rd, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

34-42 Merthyr Rd

Cardiff, CF14 1DH

  • Retail to Let
  • £23,000 pa
  • 851 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: D
  • Security System
  • Kitchen

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property is an end of terrace unit situated adjacent to Co-op Foodstore, arranged at ground floor only. The unit provide excellent frontage onto Merthyr Road and occupier a corner position at the junction with Bishops Road. The property has most recently been used as a cafe and offers an open plan trading/seating area, a counter and kitchen/prep area with further storage and WC to the rear. Merthyr Road is a prominent thoroughfare in the suburb of Whitchurch, located approximately 3–4 miles northwest of Cardiff city centre. The road offers a good mix of national retailers; Co-op, Boots, Greggs, Coffee #1, Domino’s, Lloyds Bank, and Tesco together with a number of independent cafés, delis, pubs and restaurants.

Contact:

Hartnell Taylor Cook LLP

Date on Market:

11/09/2025
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More details for 2-4A Church St, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

2-4A Church St

Cardiff, CF10 1BG

  • Retail to Let
  • £10,000 pa
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • Private Toilets

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property is located on Church Street in Cardiff City centre. A pedestrianised street, linking St Mary Street and Trinity Street, it has seen major improvements over the last few years with a number of national and local retailers opening. Notable surrounding occupiers include The Botanist, Honest Burger, Head of Steam and Fat Hippo. The property is situated close to St Marys Street between Co-Op Bank and Rosa’s Thai.Cardiff City Centre benefits from excellent access by road with a number of car parks serving the area. Access via public transport using either bus or rail is also readily available.

Contact:

Emanuel Jones LLP

Date on Market:

17/07/2025
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More details for Colchester Av, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

The Design Quarter - Colchester Av

Cardiff, CF23 9XE

  • Retail to Let
  • £55,000 pa
  • 4,470 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System

Cardiff Retail to Rent

Colchester Avenue is located directly off Newport Road, one of the main arterial routes to the east of Cardiff City Centre which in turn provides access to the M4 via the A48(M) approximately 1 mile to the east. The Design Quarter is situated on Colchester Avenue at its junction with Ipswich Road providing prominent frontage to both. The area is a mixed retail and trade location with numerous notable occupiers located in the vicinity including: Morrisons, Sainsburys, Matalan, B&M, Wickes DIY, Metro Bank, Halfords, Storage Giant, KFC, Costa Coffee, David Lloyd, amongst others. Trade occupiers in the vicinity include: Screwfix, Toolstation, City Plumbing, Mandarin Stores, Graham Plumbers Merchants, MKM Building Supplies, etc.

Contact:

Fletcher Morgan Ltd

Date on Market:

13/03/2025
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More details for Penarth Rd, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

Penarth Rd

Cardiff, CF11 8AA

  • Retail to Let
  • £38,000 pa
  • 3,800 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: B
  • Commuter Rail
  • Private Toilets
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property is a purpose-built unit with steel portal frames and a concrete mezzanine floor covering almost half of the unit (available on request). The front of the premises is fully glazed with pedestrian access. Customer car parking is provided at the front and can accommodate upwards of 13 spaces. The unit also benefits from W/C and kitchen facilities to the rear

Contact:

Fletcher Morgan Ltd

Date on Market:

10/01/2025
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More details for 109-111 Caerphilly Rd, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

109-111 Caerphilly Rd

Cardiff, CF14 4QA

  • Retail to Let
  • £25,000 pa
  • 1,350 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Air Conditioning
  • Security System
  • CCTV (Closed Circuit Television Monitoring)
  • Kitchen

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The ground floor of the property, circa 1350 sq ft, comprises a spacious and versatile customer dining area, fully fitted bar with integrated till system, cellar room, air conditioning system, designer lighting, cloakroom, and access to a rear yard for deliveries. The first floor consists of a comprehensive professional kitchen, a cold-room, an office room, an additional staff room, further customer W/C, and dumb waiter to the ground floor. The premises are beautifully presented in modern contemporary style and offers a fabulous business opportunity for restaurateurs. The locale is densely populated with a mixture of neighboring business and residential property. Merthyr Road is well regarded as the primary trading destination for independent and national businesses serving the Birchgrove community as well as other easily accessible areas.

Contact:

David's Homes

Date on Market:

25/09/2024
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More details for 20 Newport Rd, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

Mansion Shand House - 20 Newport Rd

Cardiff, CF24 0DB

  • Retail to Let
  • £25,000 pa
  • 1,318 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Commuter Rail
  • Private Toilets
  • Display Window

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The unit is situated on the ground floor of Shand House which also includes student accommodation on the upper floors. The unit is situated opposite the University of Cardiff's School of Engineering and School of Computer Science & Informatics and is within a short walking distance to Cardiff University's main campus. The property occupies a prominent corner position on the junction that links Newport Road, Fitzalan Place and West Grove and is a short walk from Cardiff Queen Street station, which is Cardiff's second busiest train station. Adjacent occupiers include One Stop and Lilo's Pasta, with other nearby occupiers including Easy Hotel's, Mercure Hotel and Domino's.

Contact:

Cooke & Arkwright Ltd

Date on Market:

28/08/2024
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More details for 32 Llandaff Rd, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

32 Llandaff Rd

Cardiff, CF11 9NJ

  • Retail to Let
  • £10,800 pa
  • 555 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Energy Performance: D
  • Security System
  • Kitchen

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property is configured to provide ground floor retail accommodation with ancillary space to the first floor. Access to the property is provided via Llandaff Road. A small lobby gives access to the ground floor shop as well as a staircase leading to the first floor. The ground floor shop is configured to provide sales space to the front with rear staff area incorporating a kitchen and WC facilities. It has single phase electricity, water and capped gas supply. The first floor has the potential to be converted into a two-bedroom flat together with kitchen, lounge and bathroom, subject to planning The property is available as a whole or part

Contact:

Emanuel Jones LLP

Date on Market:

10/07/2024
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More details for 97-100 Bute St, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

The Bank - 97-100 Bute St

Cardiff, CF10 5AR

  • Retail to Let
  • £12,000 - £47,500 pa
  • 3,574 - 7,923 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Security System

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The property comprises a former Bank premises with numerous character features in a prominent corner location at the entrance to Mermaid Quay. Set in a stunning waterfront location, you’ll find restaurants, bars, cafes, entertainment, shopping and services right in the heart of Cardiff Bay. In an area steeped in Wales industrial history, Mermaid Quay’s distinctive architecture is inspired by its maritime location and rich heritage.

Contacts:

Fletcher Morgan Ltd

David's Homes

Date on Market:

03/05/2023
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More details for The Mill Canton, Cardiff - Retail to Rent

The Mill, Canton, Cardiff CF11 8GF - The Mill Canton

Cardiff, CF11 8GF

  • Retail to Let
  • 1,580 - 3,415 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Security System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Cardiff Retail to Rent

The Mill is a new Urban Regeneration site providing approximately 800 new homes, a retail and commercial centre together with public amenity space. The Mill is located approximately 2 miles to the west of Cardiff City Centre within the popular residential suburb of Canton. The retail and commercial centre is situated on the Boulevard, the main access road, and with pedestrian access to Cowbridge Road East and Victoria Park. The retail and commercial centre forms part of Phase D of the overall development. The retail and commercial centre extends to some 6,400 sq ft of ground floor accommodation. The units are finished to a developers shell with shop front, entrance doors and all mains supplies including; electricity, gas, water, telecoms, and foul drainage connections. What3Words jumped.dust.corner Indicative Unit 1 video https://fletchermorgan.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Mill-indicative-Unit-1-video.mov

Contact:

Fletcher Morgan Ltd

Date on Market:

06/10/2025
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How many Shops & Retail Units listings are available to rent in Cardiff?
There are currently 40 Shops & Retail Units available to let near Cardiff. These listings feature a variety of retail unit types, with an average size of 2,411 sq ft. The largest size available to rent is 12,303 sq ft. The thriving commercial centre and excellent transport links in Cardiff make it an ideal location for businesses to find a suitable Shop or Retail Unit to rent.
How much does it cost to rent a Shop or Retail Unit in Cardiff?
The average asking rent for Shop or Retail Unit in Cardiff is about £17 per sq ft. Factors such as location, footfall, building condition, nearby retailers, and lease terms all affect rent levels.
What is the largest Shops & Retail Units available to rent in Cardiff?
The largest Shop or Retail Unit available to rent is 12,303 sq ft and the smallest is 380 sq ft. The average size of Shop or Retail Unit available to rent in Cardiff is approximately 2,411 sq ft.
What use class do Cardiff shops to rent fall under?
Retail properties generally fall under Use Class E (formerly A1), which includes shops, showrooms, cafes, hairdressers, and some financial services. This offers flexibility for occupiers, but always confirm local planning rules with the local authority.
What types of retail units are available in Cardiff?
Retail spaces available range from high street shops, corner units, and parade shops to shopping centre units, kiosks, and destination retail in leisure or outlet parks. Units vary in size, frontage, and footfall exposure.
What should I consider before renting a retail unit?
Key considerations include location, target customer base, footfall, frontage, accessibility, loading/delivery access, planning use, lease flexibility, and nearby occupiers. It’s also essential to factor in service charges, business rates, and fit-out costs.
What is typically included in a retail lease?
A standard lease outlines rent, term length, service charges, repair obligations, permitted use, and break clauses. Most leases are full repairing and insuring (FRI), meaning the tenant is responsible for upkeep and insurance costs unless negotiated otherwise.
Do I need planning permission to change the use of a shop?
Possibly. Many retail properties now fall under Use Class E, which allows greater flexibility. However, if you're changing to a takeaway (sui generis), clinic, or residential, planning permission may be required. Always check with the local planning authority.
Are business rates included in shop rents?
No. Business rates are a separate cost, unless the lease is all-inclusive. Small businesses may qualify for Small Business Rate Relief (SBRR), which can significantly reduce or eliminate rates payable depending on the property's rateable value.
Can I sublet or assign my retail lease?
This depends on your lease terms. Some agreements allow subletting or lease assignment with the landlord’s consent. It’s important to confirm this upfront if flexibility is a priority for your business.
How do I find the right retail unit in Cardiff?
Start by browsing online commercial platforms like LoopNet. Define your budget, preferred location, unit size, and target market. It can also help to speak with a local commercial agent who understands Cardiff's retail landscape.

Find More Shops & Retail Units to Rent in and Near to Cardiff on LoopNet

Cardiff is a top-tier retail destination in the UK, with a strong mix of national retailers, independents, and hospitality venues. High footfall zones like Queen Street, St David’s Shopping Centre, and The Hayes attract both flagship brands and growing retail businesses. Elsewhere, areas such as Albany Road, Cowbridge Road East, and Wellfield Road offer thriving local retail parades. With Cardiff’s year-round tourism and student population, demand remains strong for everything from boutique shops to food outlets and leisure units.

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