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£80,000

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Bettesworths, Devon
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Out-of-town retail property for sale

Key features

  • Retail Showroom/Office/Commercial Premises in Vibrant Lucius Street
  • Internal Area: 166m2 (1,790 sq ft)
  • Retail Showroom on Ground & First Floor, with Stores & Ancillary Accommodation
  • Open, Adaptable Space with Great Potential to Add Value
  • For Sale By Public Auction By 30th October 2025

Description

Retail Showroom/Office/Commercial Premises in Vibrant Lucius Street. Internal Area: 166m2 (1,790 sq ft).

SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTIONThe property is to be sold by auction by our Joint Auction Partners, Clive Emson. LOT - 79 AUCTION - 261 - THREE STOREY COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN POPULAR LOCATION Auction Ends: 30th October 2025.Lucius Street is a well established, edge of town centre shopping parade in Torquay, South Devon. Lucius Street has a vibrant mix of independent and national occupiers including retailers, financial service providers and catering outlets.  Being located close to the main town centre of Torquay, the seafront and the principle arterial routes of the town, Lucius Street is a very convenient trading location.   18 Lucius Street comprises a retail fronted showroom property, currently arranged with open retail areas at ground and first floor level, with storage accommodation at lower floor.  The ground floor retail area has a central feature oak staircase creating a galleried trading space at first floor level. This accommodation would be suitable for continued retail use or ideal for professional services/office users as well.  At first floor level there is access up to a good size unconverted loft space.  There is an element of additional accommodation to the rear of the first floor that is in poor condition and requires repair or demolition. It is recommended that interested parties have conversation with Bettesworths and our client regarding this area.  The lower ground floor, which is level to Scarborough Place at the rear comprises 3 usable storerooms.Notably, the Garage to the Rear of 18 Lucius Street is also currently on the market (Ref: 5356), presenting a potential opportunity for developers or investors looking for an expanded or complementary project. 

TENURE

The property is being sold Freehold with Vacant Possession. Please note that we are also marketing 18 Lucius Street on a freehold basis. This property is separately owned.

SERIVCES

We are informed that mains water, gas and electricity are connected to the property.

BUSINESS RATES

2024 List: £8,200

Please note this is not the Rates Payable amount. Eligible parties will be able to claim 100% Small Business Rates Relief. Interested parties are advised to contact the agents for further information on business rates.

LEGAL COSTS

Each party are to be responsible for their own legal costs incurred in any transaction.

EPC RATING D

VIEWING

Viewing is by prior appointment with the Sole Agents, Bettesworths.

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NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Torquay Station0.5 miles
  • Torre Station0.5 miles
  • Paignton Station2.6 miles

About Bettesworths, Devon

Fleet Street, Torquay, TQ1 1BB

Bettesworths is an independent family business, owned and run by the third generation Chartered Surveyor Directors, Matt & Paul.

We have an experienced team, highly skilled and expert in delivering a broad range of services to clients looking for the very best results.

Our breadth of experience across all property sectors, the depth of our day to day involvement and our technical knowledge gives Bettesworths an unrivalled platform from which to provide advice to meet our clients’ needs.

Our clients range from private individual property owners and occupiers to PLC institutions. We ensure each and every one is best supported with a service with which to meet the challenges and changes in the market and their own circumstances.

We offer free initial consultations without obligation, so please contact a member of our team to discuss your requirements.

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Auction Fees: The purchase of this property may include associated fees not listed here, as it is to be sold via auction. To find out more about the fees associated with this property please call Bettesworths, Devon on 01803 220727.

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