Shopfront Properties for Sale in the Essex

Witham Retail for Sale - Braintree

This vacant freehold commercial premises, situated on the edge of Witham town centre, is well placed for access to local amenities and vehicular access to the A12. Witham also offers mainline railway station to London (Liverpool Street), Ipswich and Norwich.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

17/11/2025

Rochford Retail for Sale

Offers are invited £175,000

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

16/10/2025

Colchester Retail for Sale

Long Leasehold – Asking price £275,000 plus VAT. Subject to a new 999-year lease at a peppercorn rent.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

21/08/2025

Colchester Retail for Sale

The property is located on the southern edge of Colchester City centre, within a popular pedestrianised area facing the Lion Walk Shopping Centre. The property comprises three adjoining retail buildings on ground and one/two upper floors of brick construction beneath pitched, tiled roofs with dormer windows on part and a rendered end elevation to part. Two shops are occupied with one vacant and in need of refurbishment. The shops benefit from part glazed shop fronts, one with security shutters and comprise of a mix of main retail area, storage rooms, kitchen and wcs. No. 19 also comprises external storage accessed via the side of the property. 17 Eld Lane - Let to Professor Phone Ltd. for a term of 15 years from 29th June 2021 at £15,000 pax subject to five yearly rent reviews and tenant only breaks, being 29th June 2026. 18 Eld Lane – Let to Osbornes Jewellers Repair & Design Ltd. for a term of 20 years from 05 December 2014 at £12,500 pax subject to five yearly rent reviews and mutual breaks, being 05th December 2029. 19 Eld Lane – Vacant The current rental income is £27,500 per annum exclusive of rates, VAT and all other outgoings.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

15/05/2025

Southend On Sea Build-to-Rent for Sale - Southend-On-Sea

Situated a short walk from Southend’s busy high street, the development has also rejuvenated the area; transforming the unused blocks into contemporary new flats, including a 24 hour concierge service, resident’s gym and 2 well maintained roof gardens, as well as stunning views of the local area.

Property Subtype:

Apartment

Date on Market:

20/03/2025

Rochford Retail for Sale

The property comprises a mixed use building, providing ground floor retail accommodation with residential on the upper floors. The units occupy a prime position in the heart of Rochford town centre, within a vibrant area that includes the Co-op store and the local library. Rochford Station is only a short walk away, providing direct rail links to London Liverpool Street, enhancing accessibility for commuters and visitors alike. London Southend Airport is located only 1.6 miles to the south, providing seamless connections to various European destinations and beyond. The A127 to the south offers easy access to Southend-On-Sea and Romford, while the A130 to the east connects Rochford to Chelmsford and the wider Essex area.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Office

Date on Market:

29/01/2025

Maldon Retail for Sale

A delightful Grade II listed building in the High Street of this Historic Town. The asking price includes a full complement of trade fixtures, fittings and equipment. It is believed the retail parts could be let & produce a rental income of approx. £37,000pa representing a 7.5% yield.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Residential

Date on Market:

10/09/2024

Waltham Abbey Retail for Sale

Duncan Phillips are pleased to bring to the market this rare opportunity to purchase this two floor vacant commercial premises on the popular location of Market Square, Waltham Abbey. The premises comprises a ground floor hall with office, previously used as a banking hall & ancillary accommodation on the first floor & WC Facilities. Sold with vacant possession and has further scope to develop STPP.P. Features & Descriptions: Freehold Large open plan retail/office area Located on Market Square Freehold Currently used as A2 Pedestrian Access Parking Nearby Town Centre Location Vacant Possession Investment Opportunity Viewings Encouraged Guide price £500,000

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

28/08/2024

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.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

01/07/2025

Manningtree Retail for Sale - Mistley

This property will comprise retail accommodation of masonry construction.

Date on Market:

03/03/2025

Braintree Office for Sale

Freehold - Terms upon request.

Date on Market:

15/11/2024

Brentwood Retail for Sale

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

28/11/2025

Maldon Retail for Sale

This Lot is available for sale at an Auction House online auction to be held on Wednesday 10th December 2025.The property comprises an investment/long leasehold investment/owner user opportunity for sale. The asking price is £160,000.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

14/11/2025

Romford Retail for Sale

The freehold interest is to be sold subject to the existing tenancies. The ground floor is let for £14,400 per annum on a 5-year lease from April 2025. Each party may terminate the lease with a minimum of 6 months notice. The first floor is let on an AST agreement for £950 per calendar month.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront Retail / Office

Date on Market:

03/11/2025

Chelmsford Build-to-Rent for Sale

Long leasehold for the ground floor retail unit of this Duke Street property is available for sale at an asking price of £450,000.

Property Subtype:

Apartment

Date on Market:

24/10/2025

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

Lot 34 was available for sale at an Allsop online auction to be held on Tuesday 30th September 2025. The property comprises an investment freehold opportunity for sale. The asking price is £2,000,000, representing a gross initial yield of 11.21%.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

18/09/2025

Brentwood Retail for Sale

Calling all investors.<br />Located in Brentwood High Street, this lock-up shop is let on a new, fully insuring and repairing lease with a passing rent of £24,000 per annum returning a yield of 8% at asking price.<br />The current tenant derives income from selling mobile accessories and repairs and the shop offers an open plan trading area, stock room, rear access and three rooms over two further floors.<br />Close to the property are a range of national and independent retailers, coffee shops and eateries that currently includes Marks & Spencer, Iceland, Boots, Nandos, Burger King and Costa Coffee.<br />Brentwood Station is within 1/2 mile radius of the property and approx. 10 minutes' walk away providing regular train services to London's Liverpool Street (approx. 30 mins) via the Elizabeth Line.<br />The M25 (J28) and A12 roads are also within easy access.<br /><br />Tenure: Freehold

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

06/09/2025

Brentwood Retail for Sale

Calling all investors.<br />Located in Brentwood High Street, this lock-up shop is let on a new, fully insuring and repairing lease with a passing rent of £13200 per annum returning a yield of 7.54% at asking price.<br />The current tenant derives income from selling vapes, cold drinks and snacks, and the shop offers an open plan trading area, store room, kitchen area and wc.<br />Close to the property are a range of national and independent retailers, coffee shops and eateries that currently includes Marks & Spencer, Iceland, Boots, Nandos, Burger King and Costa Coffee.<br />Brentwood Station is within 1/2 mile radius of the property and approx. 10 minutes' walk away providing regular train services to London's Liverpool Street (approx. 30 mins) via the Elizabeth Line.<br />The M25 (J28) and A12 roads are also within easy access.<br /><br />Tenure: Freehold

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

06/09/2025

Chelmsford Retail for Sale

The freehold interest of 95 High Street is available with vacant possession at a guide price of £650,000, exclusive of any VAT or other fees.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

29/08/2025

Braintree Retail for Sale

The virtual freehold of property is available with the asking price £475,000 subject to the lease back. Retail investment premises approximately 1,823 sq ft. Subject to a leaseback the property will generate an income of £35,000 per annum with a gross initial yield of 7.3%.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

09/07/2025

Loughton Portfolio of properties for Sale - Epping Forest

The development site is located above a three-storey block fronting onto High Road, Loughton at the junction with Traps Hill. Loughton an affluent commuter suburb within the Epping Forest area, 20 miles north-east of central London. Loughton benefits from excellent road connections, being very close to the M25 Motorway (junction 27), M11 (junction 5), and the North Circular (A406) is approximately 6 miles south. Loughton tube station, which is on the Central Line, is approximately 0.5 miles from the property and provides a regular service into central London with approximately just 30 minutes travel time into London Liverpool Street. An application has been approved by Epping Forest District Council for a ‘roof extension to provide an additional floor of residential accommodation comprising 4 flats, and associated amenity space and including a new extension of existing staircase and additional escape staircase’. The application reference number is EPF/3294/21. We are informed that the development is subject to a S106 payment of £8,736. There is no CIL payment due. The property will be sold with a new 250 year lease.

Date on Market:

06/06/2025

Harlow Retail for Sale

The property consists of a public house (sold off on a long lease) and upper parts with planning consent for a part conversion, part upwards extension to create 29 apartments. The proposed scheme including the addition of a two-storey roof extension, refurbishment and conversion of the upper parts outside of the pub lease.

Property Subtype:

Shopfront

Date on Market:

22/04/2025

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

The property is located on the south side of London Road (A13) in Leigh-on-Sea, a popular seaside town in Essex. Positioned just a short distance to the east of its junction with Thames Drive, it benefits from excellent visibility and high footfall. Leigh-on-Sea is known for its vibrant high street, with a mix of retail, hospitality, and local amenities, making it an attractive area for both businesses and residents. The property’s central location offers easy access to local transport links, including the nearby A13 and Leigh-on-Sea Railway Station, providing direct connections to London and other key areas in the region.

Date on Market:

29/09/2022