James Street, SOUTHAMPTON

SUMMARY
AUCTION SALE 09 September 2025 - > Detached two storey Class E office unit (circa 342m2) with parking > Planning for replacement building of 25 x student studios > Suit various uses (STPP) & well placed for rental purposes


DESCRIPTION
*** TO BE SOLD BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON 9th SEPTEMBER 2025 AT THE GRAND CONNAUGHT ROOMS, 61 - 65 GREAT QUEEN STREET, LONDON, WC2B 5DA (Online bidding available) ***

Tenure
Freehold with Vacant Possession

Location
The property can be found just off St Mary Street which is the main commercial parade in the area and provides a good range of local amenities and travel network connections. The area is well placed for access to Southampton City Centre and to attract both student and private tenancies.

Description
This substantial two storey commercial property comprises of circa 342m2 of accommodation, with current Class E office use and parking. The property is being sold with planning permission for a replacement four storey building of 25 x student studio apartments, whilst equally offering the option for current and alternative commercial uses or residential conversion (STPP).

Accommodation
Ground Floor: Reception Hallway, 5 x Office Rooms, Kitchen (units removed), 3 x WC’s, Rear Entrance Hallway with Kitchen area, Side Entrance Hallway with Stairs to First Floor.
First Floor: Landing, 7 x Office Rooms, Kitchen, WC.
Outside: Front parking area and road to left hand side with secure gate to rear parking area and amenity area.

Planning Details
Outline planning permission was granted subject to conditions on by Southampton City Council under application number No: 24/01365/ OUT for redevelopment of the site for erection of a four storey building
to contain student flats (25 x studio), following demolition of existing commercial building. Buyers are advised to satisfy all enquiries regarding the status of the application and any associated costs, prior to bidding.

Important Notice:
For each Lot, a contract documentation fee of £1,500 (inclusive of VAT) is payable to Fox & Sons/Barnard Marcus Auctions by the buyer. The seller may charge additional fees payable upon completion. If applicable, such fees are detailed within the Special Conditions of Sale. Buyers are deemed to bid in full knowledge of this.

The Guide Price quoted must not be relied upon by prospective purchasers as a valuation or assessment of value of the property. It is intended to provide purchasers with an indication of the region at which the reserve may be set at the time of going to press. The guide price may be subject to variation and interested parties are advised to make regular checks for variations and should be aware that the reserve price may be either below or above the quoted guide price.

Prospective purchasers should also be aware that the eventual sale price may be above or below the guide level dependent upon competition, and should therefore not presume the guide to be indicative of the final expected sale price or the price the property is available at.

When setting the guide price, the auctioneers have given consideration to the seller’s instructions in respect of their indicated reserve price at the time of instruction. The reserve price, (the level below which the property will not be sold), remains confidential between the seller and the auctioneer. The guide price therefore, is intended to indicate the region at which the reserve price is intended to be set. The seller will confirm their final reserve price close to the auction date and if appropriate the auctioneers may adjust the guide price to reflect this.

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1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Photographs and Measurements: Some images may have been taken by a wide angled lens camera. These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.