Chestergate, Macclesfield, Cheshire East

Offers in region of

£150,000

Size

1,515 - 1,516

Tenure

Freehold

EPC

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Parking

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Primary use
High street retail
Other use(s)
Shop, Café, Traditional office
Frontage
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No floor / site plan

Key features

  • Prominent
  • High Footfall
  • Pedestrianised
  • Period Features
  • Two Shop Fronts

Description

FOR SALE
50–52 Chestergate,
Macclesfield,
Cheshire, SK11 6BA
OFFERS IN THE REGION OF £150,000

An excellent opportunity to acquire a prominently located freehold retail property requiring some restoration and improvement, situated on the pedestrianised section of Chestergate in the heart of Macclesfield town centre.

The property comprises a single substantial retail premises with two attractive shop fronts, providing an excellent opportunity for owner occupation, investment or refurbishment.

The property benefits from significant pedestrian footfall and strong visibility within an established and busy retail thoroughfare.

With its prominent town-centre position, period character and flexible Class E planning use, the property offers potential for a wide range of commercial uses, subject to the necessary consents.

KEY FEATURES

Freehold retail opportunity

Single property with two shop fronts

Prominent town-centre location

Approximately 1,516 sq ft (140.8 sq m)

Vacant possession

Grade II Listed building

Attractive period features

Principally arranged over two storeys

Small basement

Traditional oak-frame construction

Rendered elevations

Attractive part stone slab roof

Situated on pedestrianised Chestergate

Class E – Commercial, Business and Service use

Potential for owner-occupation, investment or refurbishment, subject to consents

Rateable Value: £18,000

Freehold tenure

Offers in the region of £150,000

LOCATION

50–52 Chestergate occupies a prominent position on Chestergate, one of the principal retail streets in Macclesfield town centre.

The property is situated on the fully pedestrianised section of Chestergate and benefits from strong pedestrian footfall and excellent visibility.

Chestergate forms part of the established town-centre retail area and is surrounded by a varied mix of national and independent retailers, cafés, restaurants, professional services and other commercial occupiers.

The property is close to the Grosvenor Shopping Centre and the main retail core, providing a substantial range of shops and amenities within easy walking distance.

Macclesfield railway station is also readily accessible and provides direct services towards Manchester and London, together with connections to the wider national rail network.

Macclesfield is an established market and commercial town in Cheshire with a population of approximately 52,000. The town benefits from its location within the wider Cheshire region and its connectivity to Manchester, Stockport and the national transport network.

THE PROPERTY

The property comprises a single retail premises with two shop fronts, forming part of an attractive Grade II Listed period building.

The total accommodation extends to approximately:

1,516 sq ft (140.8 sq m)

The building is principally arranged over ground and first floors, together with a small basement.

The property retains a number of attractive period features and is of traditional construction, incorporating an oak frame, rendered elevations and a stone slab roof.

The premises are in need of some restoration and refurbishment, providing an incoming purchaser with an opportunity to undertake works and adapt the accommodation to meet their requirements, subject to the necessary statutory and listed building consents.

The two shop fronts provide excellent visual prominence and flexibility for a variety of potential commercial occupiers.

PLANNING & USE

The property is understood to fall within Class E (Commercial, Business and Service) of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order, subject to confirmation.

Class E encompasses a broad range of commercial, business and service activities, including:

Retail

Professional and financial services

Offices

Café and restaurant use

Medical and healthcare services

Dental and other health services

Indoor sport and fitness

Day nursery and childcare

Other appropriate commercial, business and service uses

The property's Grade II Listed status is an important consideration. Any works affecting the character or fabric of the listed building are likely to require appropriate Listed Building Consent, in addition to any planning or other statutory approvals that may be required.

Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to make their own enquiries with Cheshire East Council and obtain appropriate professional planning and conservation advice before undertaking any works or proposed change of use.



TENURE

Freehold.

The property is offered for sale with full vacant possession and will be sold with the benefit of the freehold interest.

RATEABLE VALUE

50–52 Chestergate: £18,000

Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with the local authority regarding the business rates payable and any reliefs that may be available.

PRICE

OFFERS IN THE REGION OF £150,000

The property is offered for sale freehold with vacant possession.

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING

In accordance with current Anti-Money Laundering legislation, prospective purchasers will be required to provide satisfactory identification and supporting documentation prior to the agreement of any sale.

This may include photographic identification, proof of address and, where applicable, company registration and ownership information.

VAT

All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT. VAT may be applicable to the transaction.

Interested parties are advised to seek appropriate professional advice regarding the VAT position.

VIEWING

Viewing is strictly by prior appointment through the selling agent.
Additional information
Service charge
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Business rates
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Use class
E
Listed building
Yes
Floors in building
3
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Environmental data
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Chestergate, Macclesfield, Cheshire East

NEAREST STATIONS

National Rail

Macclesfield Station

0.26 miles

National Rail

Prestbury Station

2.37 miles

National Rail

Adlington (Ches.) Station

4.08 miles

About Greenham Commercial Ltd, Macclesfield

Greenham Commercial Ltd, Macclesfield

Greenham Commercial are firm of Commercial Property Consultants and Chartered Surveyors established in 1991. We are active across Cheshire, South Manchester and Derbyshire

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