Shops & Retail Units to Rent in Kent

Whitstable Retail to Rent

Short-Term Lease Opportunity – 196 Tankerton Road, Tankerton. An excellent opportunity to occupy 196 Tankerton Road, prominently positioned on the main road in a highly visible and convenient location. The premises were previously operated as a hair salon and still feature basins in situ, which could be reused or adapted to suit your business needs. Offered under Class E use, the property is suitable for a wide range of occupiers including retail, office, studio, café, or other service-based businesses. Located close to Tankerton Seafront, the property benefits from strong footfall from both locals and visitors, ensuring excellent exposure to passing trade. This is an ideal opportunity for a business seeking a flexible, short-term lease in one of Tankerton’s most desirable trading positions.

Date on Market:

10/12/2025

Folkestone Retail to Rent

The premises are in a good condition with a suspended ceiling with LED lighting, air conditioning and laminate flooring in the area,

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

04/12/2025

Folkestone Retail to Rent

The property is situated in a residential area just off Cheriton Road (B2064) which has shops including KFC, Morrisons and a number of independent retailers in close proximity. Parking is readily available outside the property. The property is based in Cheriton within walking distance to Folkestone West train station which has direct links to London St Pancras within 56 minutes on HS1. The Port of Dover is approx. 9 miles east with links to the continent. This unique property comprises a former church hall building situated on Morehall Avenue in Folkestone. Providing approximately 1,215 sq. ft. of internal space, it features a large open-plan hall alongside ancillary rooms, including two kitchens and WC facilities. The property is carpeted and benefits from a suspended ceiling with electric heating. Positioned on a prominent corner plot with a gated front courtyard, the property offers excellent visibility and convenient access to local amenities. Retaining many original character features, it presents great potential for a range of uses, making it ideal for continued religious, educational, or alternative commercial purposes.

Property Type:

Specialist

Date on Market:

02/12/2025

Sundridge Retail to Rent - Sevenoaks

The property occupies a very prominent position fronting the A25, very close to its junction with the A21 and M25 access at junction 5. Access is from either Main Road or Dryhill Lane. The Premises currently have a Sui Generis use and therefore considered suitable for a variety of uses, including retail/showroom and storage.

Date on Market:

01/12/2025

Sheerness Retail to Rent

This property, divided over three floors, has a large glass frontage overlooking a high footfall area in the High Street and directly opposite the historic Clock Tower.

Date on Market:

01/12/2025

Hythe Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

21/11/2025

Hythe Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

21/11/2025

Southborough Retail to Rent - Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells is an attractive and affluent Kent spa town, situated c. 35 miles south east of London and 30 miles north east of Brighton. The town is served by excellent bus links to the surrounding areas and Tunbridge Wells train station is only a five minute walk from the subject property, providing a direct service to London Bridge in approximately 50 minutes. Southborough is situated approximately 3 miles north of the town centre and close to the junction of the A26 and the A21. The property occupies a prominent position on a corner plot with frontage to the main A26 London Road, a minute walk from Yew Tree Road Car Park which provides approximately 80 spaces. London Road comprises a mix of independent cafes and retailers including Sacred Heart DIY, Majestic Wines, Costcutter, Hospice in the Weald, and Wood & Pilcher Estate Agents.

Property Type:

Build-to-Rent

Date on Market:

18/11/2025

Sevenoaks Retail to Rent

A former builder’s merchants, car sales showroom and yard fronting the A25 close to Sevenoaks town centre.

Date on Market:

18/11/2025

Folkestone Retail to Rent

The interior of the café bar boasts a modern and inviting design, featuring high-quality fixtures that were recently refurbished to a high standard. Its stylish décor is complemented by outdoor seating, creating a welcoming atmosphere for customers. The establishment offers a diverse menu that includes exceptional coffee, brunch options, and an extensive bar selection, appealing to a wide range of customer preferences. The layout is spacious, with comfortable seating arrangements suitable for various group sizes, making it a perfect destination for gatherings. Positioned on a busy high street with significant foot traffic and neighboring local traders, this venue benefits from high visibility and accessibility. While there is some competition from another coffee shop nearby, this café bar is the only bar in the area, which grants it a unique position in the market. The business has been operating in its current form for six months, following an extensive refurbishment, and has seen its turnover triple since transitioning from a café to a bar. The current owners have successfully managed this business for one year, but are selling due to the need to care for aging parents.

Date on Market:

10/11/2025

Tunbridge Wells Retail to Rent - Royal Tunbridge Wells

Royal Tunbridge Wells is an attractive and affluent Kent spa town, situated c. 35 miles south east of London and 30 miles north east of Brighton. Tunbridge Wells train station is only a five minute walk from the subject property, providing a direct service to London Bridge in approximately 50 minutes. The property occupies a prominent trading position on the pedestrianised section of Calverley Road a short distance from the entrance to the Royal Victoria Shopping Centre which provides the primary shopper’s multi-story car park. Additionally, the nearby Crescent Road Car Park provides a further 1,085 parking spaces. Calverley Road comprises of predominantly multiple national occupiers including Halifax, Rituals, M&S, Barclays, Waterstones, Café Nero, EE and Holland & Barrett. Primark is set to open its new store at 25-27 Calverley Road in Winter 2025. The property is arranged over the ground floor, with the following approximate dimensions and net internal floor area:

Date on Market:

07/11/2025

New Romney Retail to Rent

Date on Market:

16/09/2025

Ramsgate Retail to Rent

The property comprises a ground floor retail unit with residential upper floors and is of traditional masonry construction. The property is located on King Street and is within close proximity to Ramsgate railway station.

Date on Market:

21/10/2025

Tunbridge Wells Office, Retail to Rent - Royal Tunbridge Wells

The property is arranged over ground floor, with the following approximate dimensions and net internal floor area:- Ground Floor Sales 182.18 sq m 1,961 sq ft Ground Floor Store 12.07 sq m 130 sq ft Total 194.25 sq m 2,091 sq ft Alternatively, the premises is available with first floor office space and the option of the adjacent premises being included providing up to 6,831 sq ft

Date on Market:

23/09/2025

Maidstone Retail to Rent

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

20/08/2025

Sheerness Retail to Rent

Sheerness is located 10 miles north of Sittingbourne on the Isle of Sheppey in the Thames Estuary. The town is served by the A249, which links with the A2, M2 and M20 Motorways, and in addition, the town benefits from regular rail services to London and the Kent coast. The subject property occupies a prominent position on the High Street with considerable passing pedestrian traffic. The unit benefits from on street parking directly opposite and is located a short walking distance from Sheerness-on-Sea Rail Station. Nearby occupiers include a mix of national retailers and local independents including, Card Factory, Boots, Iceland, Peacocks, Superdrug, Subway and Holland & Barrett.

Date on Market:

09/06/2025

Ashford Retail to Rent - Kennington Lees

Long established ground floor lock up fish & chip shop business, with separate 3 bedroom maisonette above. The fish & chip shop has an open plan trading area with a serving counter and waiting area for orders. There is a good range of fitted equipment, which is included within the sale. To the rear there is a utility/wash room, office, staff wc and good size room used for storage and preparing chips. Door to rear garden, which has side pedestrian access, useful for deliveries.

Date on Market:

23/05/2025

Sevenoaks Office, Retail to Rent

NINE Pembroke Road is Sevenoaks’ premier office development which will provide a GIA of approximately 21,000 sqft of new highly specified accommodation with additional basement parking and located in the very heart of the town.

Date on Market:

20/05/2025

Maidstone Office / Retail to Rent

Accommodation The accommodation comprises 3 rooms across the first and second floor which are accessed via the ground floor retail unit, let to Vape Zone. The rooms are suitable for a variety of uses and have previously been used by a tattoo artist , as well as a teeth whitening studio.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

04/04/2025

Folkestone Retail to Rent

The property is situated in a very prominent position in Cheriton Road (B2064) in a parade of shops including Dominos with KFC, Morrisons and a number of independent retailers in close proximity.

Date on Market:

27/03/2025

Sittingbourne Retail to Rent

The Forum constitutes the dominant, undercover retail space for Sittingbourne town centre. This fast-growing commuter town is just an hour from Central London by high-speed javelin train and the centre is the natural link between the adjacent railway station through to the town’s high street. The scheme is home to national brands such as New Look, Costa, Peacocks, CeX, Specsavers, F.Hinds, Savers, The Works, Hays Travel and Warren James. Bourne Place leisure scheme sits adjacent to The Forum and features an 8 screen

Date on Market:

21/07/2025

Folkestone Retail to Rent

Situated on the outskirts of Folkestone town centre, with a variety of retail users in the vicinity including multiples such as beauty salons, barbers, coffee shops, takeaways and restaurants. Nearby is the Quarterhouse which is a successful entertainment venue. On street parking is available outside the premises for free after 6pm there are several public car parks including multi storeys within easy walking distance of the premises. A terrace building of brick construction with residential on the first and second floors, the ground floor is a commercial bar and was previously tenanted by a restaurant/bar. The building is currently arranged with a commercial bar on the ground floor but could be used for a wide array of uses. The new change in the planning structure to allow A1, A2, A3, D1 and D2 to be interchangeable will certainly make the property more desirable however is ideal for a bar or cafe due to the size of the shop

Date on Market:

25/02/2025

Folkestone Retail to Rent

Motis Estates are proud to advertise a prominent shop situated in the Creative Quarter within Tontine Street, with fantastic connections to local transport links, and Folkestone Central, taking you to London in less than an hour. The property is in the main through flow to the Folkestone Harbour Arm with more than 100,000 visitors a year. Situated on the outskirts of Folkestone town centre, with a variety of retail users in the vicinity including multiples such as beauty salons, barbers, coffee shops, takeaways and restaurants. Nearby is the Quarterhouse which is a successful entertainment venue. On street parking is available outside the premises for free after 6pm there are several public car parks including multi storeys within easy walking distance of the premises.

Date on Market:

06/11/2024