St. Johns, Worcester

A rare freehold opportunity in central Worcester, offering a self-contained flat and vacant commercial unit with strong rental prospects and attractive yields in a prime location.

This mixed-use freehold property presents a rare investment opportunity in the heart of St. Johns, Worcester. Offering both residential and commercial income streams, it combines location, practicality and strong rental demand. The ground floor commercial unit is currently vacant and provides excellent potential for a wide range of occupiers. With an expected rental of £500 per calendar month, it is ideally positioned to attract local businesses.

Above, a self-contained flat has been producing £625 per calendar month and will soon become vacant, allowing flexibility for either new tenants or owner occupation. Both elements are supported by a single supply with sub-meters, ensuring simple utility management. With projected yields of 5–6% for the flat and 6–7% for the commercial unit, opportunities of this type are scarce, making this a highly appealing investment for those seeking secure returns and long-term growth.

Freehold mixed-use property with both residential and commercial elements.

Vacant commercial unit with anticipated rental income of £500pcm.

Self-contained flat with proven rental income of £625pcm.

Shared supply with sub-meters for straightforward utility management.

Central Worcester location close to amenities, schools and transport.


The kitchen
The kitchen provides fitted cabinetry, useful work surfaces and a built-in oven with hob and extractor. Space for appliances is included, making it highly practical. A large window brings in natural light and offers pleasant views, creating a bright and functional setting with easy access to the rest of the property.


The living room
The living room is a generous and inviting space featuring an attractive fireplace as its focal point. A tall window allows natural light to fill the room while offering pleasant views outside. Positioned for convenient access from the hallway, this reception area provides an ideal setting for everyday living and relaxation.


The bedroom
The bedroom is generously proportioned and features exposed timber details that highlight the character of the property. A large window allows light to flow through the room while offering pleasant views. With a practical layout and direct access from the hallway, it provides a comfortable and versatile space for rest and relaxation.


The bathroom
The bathroom includes a bath with overhead shower, wash basin and WC, all arranged for convenience. Decorative tiling adds character while a window provides ventilation and natural light. Positioned off the hallway, it offers a functional and well-presented space that serves the property effectively, combining practicality with an inviting atmosphere.


The commercial unit
Situated at ground level with a prominent frontage, this commercial unit offers excellent visibility and accessibility in the heart of St Johns. The main shop floor is bright and practical, benefiting from a wide display window that draws in natural light and captures the attention of passing trade. Its versatile layout makes it well suited to a variety of business opportunities.

To the rear, a dedicated kitchen and preparation area provides functional workspace, complemented by fitted surfaces and sinks, making it suitable for a range of uses. An adjoining WC completes the layout, ensuring convenience for staff and customers. With a potential rental income of £500pcm and its flexible configuration, this unit presents an attractive investment prospect or an ideal base for an owner-occupier looking to establish a business in a thriving location.

Location
The property occupies a prime position in St. Johns, one of Worcester’s most vibrant and convenient districts. The immediate area offers a wide selection of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and services, all within easy walking distance. The University of Worcester is close by, along with well-regarded schools, which enhances the appeal of the flat to a wide range of tenants.

St. Johns also provides access to attractive riverside walks and green spaces, giving residents the benefit of both urban convenience and leisure opportunities. The property is well connected, with Worcester Foregate Street and Worcester Shrub Hill stations offering direct rail services to Birmingham and London. The nearby M5 motorway provides excellent regional road links, while local bus routes serve the wider city.

This combination of strong amenities, respected education facilities and excellent transport connections ensures consistent demand from both residential and commercial tenants, making 33 St. Johns a highly desirable investment opportunity.

Services
The property benefits from mains gas, electricity, water and drainage.

Council tax band A

Reservation Fee - refundable on exchange

A reservation fee, refundable on exchange, is payable prior to the issue of the Memorandum of Sale and after which the property may be marked as Sold Subject to Contract. The fee will be reimbursed upon the successful Exchange of Contracts.

The fee will be retained by Andrew Grant in the event that you the Buyer withdraws from the purchase or does not Exchange within 6 months of the fee being received other than for one or more of the following reasons:

1. Any significant material issues which individually are more than 1% of the agreed purchase price and are highlighted in a survey and were not evident or drawn to the attention of you, the Buyer, prior to the Memorandum of Sale being issued.
2. Serious and material defect in the seller’s legal title.
3. Local search revealing a matter that has a material adverse effect on the market value of the property that was previously undeclared and not in the public domain.
4. The vendor withdrawing the property from sale.

The reservation fee will be 0.5% of the accepted offer price for offers below £800,000 and 1% for offers of £800,000 or over. This fee, unless specified otherwise, is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and completion of an assessment of the buyer’s financial status and ability to proceed.

Should a buyer’s financial position regarding the funding of the property prove to be fundamentally different from that declared by the buyer when the Memorandum of Sale was completed, then the Vendor has the right to withdraw from the sale and/or the reservation fee retained. For example, where the buyer declares themselves as a cash buyer but are in fact relying on an unsecured sale of their property. The reservation fee will not be refunded where there is an inability on the part of the Buyer to raise any required mortgage after the Memorandum of Sale is completed.

Once the reservation fee has been paid, any renegotiation of the price stated in the memorandum of sale for any reason other than those covered in points 1 to 3 above will lead to the reservation fee being retained. A further fee will be levied on any subsequent reduced offer that is accepted by the vendor. This further fee will be subject to the same conditions that prevail for all reservation fees outlined above.