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Shops & Retail Units to Rent in Edinburgh

Explore the Latest Available Shops & Retail Units to Rent in Edinburgh

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

More details for 4-16 Gilmore Pl, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

Lochrin Buildings - 4-16 Gilmore Pl

Edinburgh, EH3 9NQ

  • Retail to Let
  • £27,000 pa
  • 1,539 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 151-157 Broughton Rd, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

151-157 Broughton Rd

Edinburgh, EH7 4JJ

  • Retail to Let
  • £21,000 pa
  • 990 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 53 St Leonards St, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

53 St Leonards St

Edinburgh, EH8 9QN

  • Retail to Let
  • £14,500 pa
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • Security System

Edinburgh Retail to Rent

TO LET / LEASE DISPOSAL Fully Fitted Chinese / Asian Supermarket 53 St Leonards Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9QN LOCATION The subjects are located on the east side of St Leonards Street, within Edinburgh’s Southside district, a vibrant mixed use area close to Holyrood, Newington, and the Pleasance. The area benefits from strong pedestrian and vehicular flow due to its proximity to the University of Edinburgh, surrounding residential neighbourhoods, and a variety of local retailers, cafés, takeaways, and service businesses. St Leonards Street is well-established as a busy commercial corridor, hosting supermarkets, restaurants, and convenience-led operators. Notably, a supermarket business already operates from this address. DESCRIPTION The premises comprise a fully fitted Chinese/Asian supermarket arranged over the ground floor and basement of a traditional tenement building. The unit offers an excellent turnkey opportunity for operators in the Asian grocery, fresh produce, or specialty food sector. Key features include: • Full-width glazed frontage providing strong visibility to the street • Existing supermarket fit out, including racking, counters, display shelving, and refrigerators/freezers • Spacious open plan sales area at ground level • Storage, office and/or staff area at basement level • Stock available at cost This is an ideal opportunity for continued use as an Asian supermarket, world food store, convenience shop, or other Class 1A retail use. ACCOMMODATION Approximate Net Internal Areas Floor Area (sq. m.) Area (sq. ft.) Ground Floor 27 291 Basement 53 570 Total 80 861 RENT / PREMIUM • The premises are offered as a lease disposal/assignment of an existing supermarket business. • Passing rent: £14,500 per annum by existing lease with 13.5 years remaining • A premium of £38,000 is sought for the fully fitted nature of the unit, existing goodwill and fixtures/fittings. RATEABLE VALUE The Rateable Value will be £7,900 from the 1st of April 2026 and can be confirmed via the Scottish Assessors Association. Eligible occupiers may qualify for Small Business Bonus Relief, subject to status. UTILITIES The property is connected to mains water and electricity. Additional services such as 3 phase power may be present depending on the existing supermarket fit out. ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE An EPC is pending LEGAL COSTS Each party will bear their own legal costs. The ingoing tenant will be responsible for LBTT and registration dues. ENTRY Entry available by agreement following completion of legal formalities. VIEWING & FURTHER INFORMATION Viewing is strictly by appointment through the sole agents.

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IME DJK Group Ltd

Date on Market:

19/03/2026

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More details for 63 Calton Rd, Edinburgh - Office / Retail to Rent

63 Calton Rd

Edinburgh, EH8 8FX

  • Office / Retail to Let
  • £21.53 sq ft pa
  • 1,045 sq ft
  • 1 Space Available Now
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More details for 50-60 Lochrin Buildings, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

50-60 Lochrin Buildings

Edinburgh, EH3 9ND

  • Retail to Let
  • £10,200 pa
  • 1,055 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 136 Comiston Rd, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

136 Comiston Rd

Edinburgh, EH10 5QN

  • Retail to Let
  • £18,500 pa
  • 683 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 9A Dundas St, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

9A Dundas St

Edinburgh, EH3 6QG

  • Retail to Let
  • £25,000 pa
  • 887 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 32 Argyle Pl, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

32 Argyle Pl

Edinburgh, EH9 1JT

  • Retail to Let
  • £15,500 pa
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 22 Bruntsfield Pl, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

22 Bruntsfield Pl

Edinburgh, EH10 4HJ

  • Retail to Let
  • £19,000 pa
  • 536 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 12 Clerk St, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

12 Clerk St

Edinburgh, EH8 9HX

  • Retail to Let
  • £20,000 pa
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
  • 24 Hour Access

Edinburgh Retail to Rent

12 CLERK STREET, EDINBURGH EH8 9HX CLASS 1a Bubble Tea shop, Lease Disposal LOCATION Positioned on the east side of Clerk Street, just a mile south of Princes Street, this prime spot sits at the heart of Edinburgh's vibrant city centre. The area enjoys exceptional visibility with heavy passing traffic and consistently high footfall, making it a sought-after destination for businesses. Its proximity to the University of Edinburgh ensures a strong student presence, while the surrounding mix of cafes, takeaways, and convenience stores adds to the lively atmosphere. Excellent public transport links serve the location, with multiple bus routes across the city, and nearby streets offer convenient pay-and-display parking. DESCRIPTION Currently run as a successful Bubble Tea Franchise, the subjects comprise the ground and basement floors of a four-storey tenement style building constructed of sandstone with a pitched and slated roof. There are residential flats on the upper levels of the property. Internally, the property has a smart fully fitted sales area with a service counter directly to the left upon entry and benefits for high ceilings throughout the ground floor. Behind the front area the mis-section houses a small office area and a large ice-making machine, there are WC facilities and extra storage towards the rear. The basement is deceptively spacious and comprises two partitioned dry storage rooms which would be suitable for storage or additional staff areas, the basement is accessed from a stair located in the mid-section. ACCOMMODATION According to our recent measurement survey the premises contain the following approximate net internal areas: Ground Floor: 41 sq m (441 sq ft) Basement Floor: 34 sq m (369 sq ft) Total: 75 sq m (807 sq ft) LEASE TERMS The current rent is £20,000 per annum on full repairing and insuring (FRI) lease with 15 years remaining. PREMIUM Our client is seeking £48,000 for their leasehold interest in the property, all fixtures and fittings and any goodwill. RATEABLE VALUE According to the Scottish Assessor's website (www.saa.gov.uk) the subjects will have a Rateable Value of £13,500. The uniform business rate for the current year is £0.49 pence in the pound. Effective from April 2026, currently there are zero rates payable. This may be appealed or transitional rates could be applied for. UTILTIES The property is served by mains electricity and water. ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE The Energy Performance Certificate rating is G A copy of the recommendation report is available on request. LEGAL COSTS Each party shall bear their own legal costs in the preparation of the lease with the eventual tenant liable for any Registration Dues or LBTT thereon. The Landlord shall bear no legal costs; this will have to be agreed between the assignee and assignor. ENTRY Upon completion of a formal missive under Scots Law. VIEWING AND FURTHER INFORMATION By appointment through the sole letting agent, Ime DJK Group Ltd.

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IME DJK Group Ltd

Date on Market:

18/01/2026

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More details for 3 East Norton Pl, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

3 East Norton Pl

Edinburgh, EH7 5DR

  • Retail to Let
  • £7,800 pa
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 39 Broughton St, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

Ruma - 39 Broughton St

Edinburgh, EH1 3JU

  • Retail to Let
  • £73,950 pa
  • 2,966 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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More details for 320-326 Morningside Rd, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

320-326 Morningside Rd

Edinburgh, EH10 4QJ

  • Retail to Let
  • £20,000 pa
  • 454 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now

Edinburgh Retail to Rent

TO LET/LEASE DISPOSAL Class 3 / Restaurant 324 Morningside Road, Edinburgh EH10 4QJ LOCATION The property is located on the west side of Morningside Road, a highly popular mixed-use thoroughfare with a strong retail presence connecting to Bruntsfield, approximately 1 mile south-west of Edinburgh city centre. Morningside benefits from high levels of pedestrian and vehicular traffic and serves a densely populated residential area with a strong mix of local retailers, cafés, and service businesses. Nearby occupiers include M&S Foodhall, Boot The Chemists, , Soderberg, and several independents and food operators DESCRIPTION The subjects comprise a ground floor Class 3 unit within a traditional stone tenement building. The premises benefit from a glazed frontage providing excellent natural light and visibility to passing trade with excellent signage space above. Internally, the accommodation is well presented and arranged to provide a welcoming restaurant area to the front, a staircase leading to the basement is in the central area, that leads down to a storage area and WC. The back of the unit has an open plan kitchen area with extraction fitted; this would suit a wide variety of cuisines looking for a cosy restaurant or café. More seating could be added in the space in front of the kitchen, and the kitchen could be closed off. ACCOMMODATION According to our recent measurement survey, the premises comprise the following approximate net internal areas: Floor Area (sq. m.) Area (sq. ft.) Ground Floor 42 sq. m. 454 sq. ft. Basement 20 sq. m. 215 sq. ft. Total 62 sq. m. 667 sq. ft. RENT & LEASE TERMS The current rent is £20,000 per annum. The property is on a Full Repairing and Insuring (FRI) lease with 20 years remaining. PREMIUM Our client is seeking offers over £45,000 for an assignation of lease, they would consider a sub-lease too, with terms to be discussed. RATEABLE VALUE According to the Scottish Assessors Association website, the current Rateable Value is £17,000 UTILITIES The property is connected to mains water, and electricity. ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating is G. LEGAL COSTS Each party will bear their own legal costs in the preparation of the lease. The incoming tenant will be responsible for Registration Dues and Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) applicable. The landlord shall bear no cost. ENTRY Entry will be available upon completion of formal missives under Scots Law. VIEWING AND FURTHER INFORMATION Strictly by appointment through the sole letting agents: Ime DJK Group Ltd 0131 629 5050 Commercial@imedjk.co.uk

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IME DJK Group Ltd

Date on Market:

22/12/2025

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More details for 50-54 Moredunvale Rd, Edinburgh - Retail to Rent

50-54 Moredunvale Rd

Edinburgh, EH17 7RZ

  • Retail to Let
  • £12,500 pa
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 Unit Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions About Renting a Shop in Edinburgh

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How many Shops & Retail Units listings are available to rent in Edinburgh?
There are currently 72 Shops & Retail Units available to let near Edinburgh. These listings feature a variety of retail unit types, with an average size of 1,999 sq ft. The largest size available to rent is 12,990 sq ft. The thriving commercial centre and excellent transport links in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?
The average asking rent for Shop or Retail Unit in Edinburgh is about £22 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 Edinburgh?
The largest Shop or Retail Unit available to rent is 12,990 sq ft and the smallest is 183 sq ft. The average size of Shop or Retail Unit available to rent in Edinburgh is approximately 1,999 sq ft.
What use class do Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?
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 Edinburgh?
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 Edinburgh's retail landscape.

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Edinburgh’s retail market includes prime city centre locations such as Princes Street, George Street, and the new St James Quarter, alongside thriving neighbourhood high streets in Stockbridge, Bruntsfield, and Leith Walk. The city’s mix of high-income residents, large student population, and year-round tourism drives strong demand for both national brands and independent retailers. Retail units to rent range from boutique spaces to high-footfall units suitable for flagship stores, food and beverage operators, and experiential retail concepts.

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