St. James's Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

Nestled in the prime location at the prominent corner of St James Street and Manchester Street, at the foot of a busy and well-established retail thoroughfare.

Positioned directly opposite Morrisons Supermarket and in close proximity to a diverse mix of popular businesses including Ladbrokes, Mind Charity, Betfair, Kamson Pharmacy, Subway, Redroaster, and many other multiple traders and independent retail outlets.

St James Street is a vital link between the Old Steine area of Brighton & Hove and Kemptown, forming a key part of the city's vibrant commercial district. The property's convenient location puts it within easy walking distance of Brighton Seafront, Soho House, and the Brighton Palace Pier,
making it a highly sought-after location for businesses seeking high footfall and visibility.

This impressive building is a rare freehold opportunity offering mixed-use potential and vacant possession.

KEY FEATURES:
City-Centre freehold property.
Mixed-use building with vacant possession.
Busy trading location.
Prominent corner position.

ACCOMMODATION:
Situated on an imposing corner, the property comprises commercial premises on the ground and basement floors, with self-contained residential accommodation spread over three upper floors.
Ground Floor Shop -
Gross Window/Door Frontage: 14ft (plus return frontage into Manchester Street).
Internal Width: 13’ 6”.
Total Shop Depth: 25’ 6”.
TOTAL SALES AREA: 340 sq.ft (31.58 m2).

Well-presented with wood-panelled flooring, strip lighting, and front and side window displays.
Rear lobby leading to:
Basement:
Front Area: 130 sq ft (12.07 m2)
Middle Area: 160 sq ft (14.86 m2)
Rear/lobby Area: 90 sq ft (8.36 m2)
plus W/C and wash basin.
(floor-to-ceiling height in the basement area averages 6’ 8”).
TOTAL BASEMENT AREA 380 sq ft (35.30 m2).

Residential Accommodation with self-contained access from Manchester Street and from within
the shop area lobby.
Living Room: 12’ 8” x 13’ 3” – with bay window overlooking St James Street.
Adjacent Dining Room (open plan): 8’ 10” x 7’ 10”
Kitchen: 8’ x 7’ 10” – fully fitted with wall and floor cupboard units.
Bathroom (half landing): 5’ 2” x 5’ – pedestal wash basin, LLWC, bath with shower attachment.
Roof light and electric wall-mounted heater.
Second Floor
Bedroom 1: 12’ 9” x 12’ 10” – with front bay window.
Bedroom 2: 10’ 11” x 8’ – plus bay window over Manchester Street.
THIRD FLOOR:
Bedroom 3: 8’ x 8’ 2”
Bedroom 4: 12’ 8” x 9’
N.B – the accommodation is in a clean and tidy order throughout with fitted carpets to most
rooms, electric heating (no gas) and an electric water tank at the first floor.

BUSINESS RATES:
Billing Authority: Brighton & Hove
- Description: Shop and Premises
- Rateable Value: £12,250
- Valid from April 2023 (current)
Potential Benefit from Small Business Rates Relief.

VAT:
The property is not elected for vat.

LEGAL FEES:
Each party is to pay their own legal fees incurred.