Chestergate, Macclesfield, Cheshire East
Size
1,515 - 1,516
Tenure
Freehold
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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
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.
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- Use class
- E
- Listed building
- Yes
- Floors in building
- 3
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Chestergate, Macclesfield, Cheshire East
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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