Gilberd Road, New Town, Essex

Boydens are delighted to present this well-arranged and rarely available freehold commercial property, ideally suited to owner-occupiers or investors, located within easy reach of Colchester city centre and the A12.

Electra House is a detached two-storey office building offering a versatile and practical layout, extending to approximately 942 sq ft (87.5 sq m) in total.
The property is currently configured to provide a combination of open-plan and private office space, together with a reception area, meeting room, kitchen and WC facilities, making it ideal for a range of business uses.

Situated on Gilberd Road, the property occupies a predominantly residential setting, offering excellent potential for both owner-occupiers and income-generating uses. The location provides convenient access to Colchester city centre and surrounding areas, making it particularly attractive to small and growing businesses.

Accommodation:
Ground Floor
Reception area - ideal for client-facing businesses
Main office - generous open-plan workspace
Separate meeting room
Kitchen
WC and lobby area
First Floor
Two further offices
Additional storage/archive room
This flexible layout allows for a mix of collaborative and private working environments, suitable for professional services, consultants, creative businesses or small teams.

Location:
Gilberd Road is ideally positioned within approximately half a mile of Colchester Town railway station, providing direct services to Ipswich, Norwich and London Liverpool Street. The immediate area benefits from a range of local amenities including a doctors’ surgery, pharmacy, Aldi supermarket, and a selection of cafés, bars and restaurants.

Colchester city centre, located less than a mile away, offers a comprehensive range of retail, leisure and entertainment facilities including shops, restaurants, cinema and market.

Investment / Occupier Potential:
The property presents an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupiers seeking a self-contained office building and investors, with strong local demand for smaller office suites.

Comparable office accommodation in Colchester typically achieves in the region of £13-£14 per sq ft, providing attractive income potential.

In addition, subject to the necessary planning consents, the property may offer future development potential for residential conversion, with scope to reconfigure into two self-contained flats and potential for extension over the existing kitchen and meeting room areas. This adds further long-term value and flexibility for investors.