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Deneside Post Office, 53 The Avenue, Seaham, County Durham, SR7 8NS

£350,000

Business rates & charges may apply

Christie & Co, Retail
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Post office for sale

Key features

  • c. £43,000 annual Post Office commission
  • Busy parade of shops
  • Situated in a densely populated area
  • Perfect for a first time buyer
  • 3 bedroom accommodation
  • On road parking. Retirement sale. Energy Rating E
  • Christie & Co Ref: 6411109

Description

Description

A mains Post Office selling, cards, stationery, a small selection of confectionary, gifts, toys & games with a three bedroom accommodation with an enclosed garden.

The business would suit a first time buyer or someone looking for a lifestyle change .

Location

A mid terraced freehold Post Office and 3 bed accommodation with a garden situated in Seaham, County Durham. The business is surrounded by residential properties, close to Seaham Leisure Centre, Seaview Primary School & a short distance to the Durham Heritage Coast.

Internal Details

A well fitted mains Post Office with slat walling for display purposes, one screened Post Office counter and a open counter, shelving for displays and one central gondola.

To the rear of the property there is a lounge, kitchen, on the first floor there three bedrooms, a family bathroom.

Fixtures & Fittings

All fixtures and fittings are to be included within the sale however, any items that are owned by a third party or personal to our clients will be exempt.

Owner's Accommodation

There is internal and external access to the accommodation. On the ground floor there is a light and spacious lounge, modern kitchen with access to the enclosed garden which is a lovely spot to enjoy the evenings, there is also a shed/storage space. On the first floor there are two good sized double bedrooms and one small double with four piece bathroom.

The Opportunity

The Post Office & accommodation has recently been refitted and refurbished throughout, the business is a well established, there is continued growth with more businesses using the Post Office for their banking. We feel this is an excellent opportunity for a new owner to carry on the established business. There are opportunities to grow the business further, with extending the trading hours and with the relevant planning permissions extending the retail trading area.

Staff

The store is run by our clients.

Trading Information

Annual Post Office commission of c. £43,000.

Trading Hours

Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 12:30pm
Sunday: Closed

Tenure

The property and business are being sold on a freehold basis.

Business Rates

The Rateable Value is £2,000 with effect from April 2023. Confirmation of actual business rates payable should be obtained from the local authority.

Regulatory

Transfer of a Post Office appointment is at the sole discretion of the Post Office Network.

Energy Performance Certificates

EPC 1

Brochures

Deneside Post Office, 53 The Avenue, Seaham, County Durham, SR7 8NS

NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Seaham Station0.5 miles
  • Park Lane Metro Station4.7 miles
  • University Metro Station4.9 miles

About Christie & Co, Retail

Whitefriars House, 6 Carmelite Street, London, EC4Y 0BS

We’re the leading specialist advisor for buying and selling businesses in our sectors - hotels, pubs, restaurants, childcare, healthcare, convenience retail, leisure and medical.

If you’re looking to buy or sell a business in our specialist sectors – from a pharmacy in Sussex to a hotel in Austria – our expert advice and collaborative support will help you achieve your goals. You may be an independent first-time buyer or a multinational adding to your portfolio; either way, you’ll discover that our personalised service is focused on helping you achieve your ambitions.

Clients have access to our carefully managed network of potential buyers. This unique database of contacts has been continually developed by our advanced IT capabilities and benefits from both our years of experience developing our network and our wide geographical coverage.

Where we work

We employ the largest team of sector specialists in the UK and the largest group of hotel specialists in Europe, providing professional brokerage and advisory services from offices in major cities across Britain and Europe. And because we’ve been doing this for over 80 years, we know our sectors and local markets inside out. We work closely with our clients to guide and conclude transactions of any size, covering hotels, restaurants and pubs, leisure, forecourts and convenience retail businesses, social care and elderly care, childcare & education facilities, dental practices and pharmacies.

Our professional services

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What makes us tick

Businesses are about people, so relationships matter to us. We bring an integrity and transparency to business which can be all too rare – and that’s why people trust us. Our clients will attest to our genuine desire to help achieve their objectives, our attention to detail, and our tireless hard work on their behalf. We understand that buying a business can bring its own pressures and strains; needs can change, plans may need to be adjusted, and opportunities can come and go. But we’re always here, a constant, flexible and reliable force you can count on.

Our opening hours for all offices:

Mon – Fri, 9am – 5.30pm

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