Tacket St, Ipswich, Suffolk

A rare opportunity to acquire a freehold mixed-use, listed property in the heart of Ipswich town centre. 

Home to the long-standing and highly regarded Jonty's menswear and womenswear boutique. Business may be available.

Property is suitable for occupation or investment purposes.

Attractive private courtyard rear garden.

Location

Prestigious Town Centre Retail Premises with  three self contained apartments & courtyard garden in Ipswich, Suffolk.

Directions

From Ipswich Bus Station, head east along Dog Head Street and continue straight as the road becomes Tacket Street. Proceed a short distance along Tacket Street and the property at 26 Tacket Street will be found on the right-hand side, directly opposite the NCP Ipswich Tacket Street Car Park. 

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Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a well known retail premises – Jonty’s – in a prime Ipswich location. The property includes a spacious ground floor retail unit, a private courtyard garden, stylish studio apartment, and two one-bedroom apartments – each with modern shower rooms and independent access via a communal hallway.

The Accommodation
Set over multiple levels, the property comprises:

A prominent ground floor retail space, retaining much of its charm and character, ideal for continued retail use or alternative commercial purposes (subject to change of use).

A beautifully maintained courtyard garden – a private and tranquil outdoor space rarely found in central Ipswich.

A stylish studio apartment, along with two one-bedroom apartments, each with modern shower rooms and smartly presented interiors.

The residential units are accessed via a communal hallway and landing, providing independent access from the retail element, ideal for rental or multi-use occupation.

Positioned within walking distance of the town's amenities, shops, and transport links, this is a truly unique opportunity to own a piece of Ipswich history with substantial residential and commercial appeal.

Description                                          Sqm                                                            Sq ft
Flat A                                                   21.6                                                            232.5 
Flat B                                                    37                                                              398.3 
Flat C                                                    58.9                                                           633.9 
Shop Sales Areas                                  57.8                                                           622
Shop Storage Area                                6                                                               64.5
TOTAL                                                   181.30                                                      1951.20

Services

We understand that the ground floor shop has full air conditioning, (cooling and heating) full CCTV and sound system, entry phone system and full security grills. The shop also includes a WC and a shower. The individual flats all have individual services provided. Flat A has a single night storage heater, whilst flats B and C have full gas-fired central heating provided from new gas-fired boilers. 

Planning & Listed Building Consent

Planning reference 97-00076-FUL: Approved alterations and change of use to convert the upper floors from offices into three self-contained flats with alterations to the shop front.  The property is Grade II listed and is also located within an Area of Archaeological Importance. 

Business Rates

The ground floor shop is assessed as Shop and Premises Rateable Value £11,250.  The individual flats are all separately assessed within Council Tax Band A. 

Tenure

The property is held on a freehold tenure .

Local Authority

Ipswich Borough Council

Guide Price

Offers in the region of £445,000 are invited for the  benefit of the freehold interest with full vacant 

possession. Some fixtures and fittings and the business ‘Jonty’s’ may be available by separate negotiations. Further details on application.

VAT

No VAT is chargeable.

Legal Costs

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

EPC

TBC

Viewing

Strictly by prior appointment with Clarke & Simpson.

NOTES

1.   Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed.  If there is any point, which  is of particular importance to you, please obtain professional confirmation. Alternatively, we will be pleased to check the information for you.  These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.  All measurements quoted are approximate.  The Fixtures, Fittings & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.  Photographs are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included.  No guarantee can be given that any planning permission or listed building consent or building regulations have been applied for or approved. The agents have not been made aware of any covenants or restrictions that may impact the property, unless stated otherwise.  Any site plans used in the particulars are indicative only and buyers should rely on the Land Registry/transfer plan. 

2.   The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 require all Estate Agents to obtain proof of identity for our clients and tenants where required.

March 2026