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Durham Road, Low Fell, Gateshead

Key features

  • SHOP FOR SALE
  • PRIME HIGH STREET LOCATION
  • OFFERED WITH A NEW 5 YEAR LEASE
  • OPPORTUNITY TO GROW & DEVELOP BUSINESS
  • PROMINENT TRADING POSITION
  • BUSINESS ONLY FOR SALE NOT BUILDING

Description

***A Rare & Established Business Opportunity***Genuine Reason For Sale***

Belle Vue Estates are delighted to present this superb opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly regarded retail business.

Occupying a prominent position towards the southern end of the busy Low Fell High Street this long-standing business has an exceptional trading history, having proudly served the local community for over 100 years and earning its reputation as Gateshead's oldest established shop.

The ground-floor premises currently operate as a successful and well-established newsagent and convenience store benefiting from an established customer base built over generations.

The principal retail area is well presented and comprehensively equipped, currently offering a broad range of products and services including:

Parcels - Drop Off & Collection
National Lottery facilities
Alcohol sales licence
Greetings cards
Newspapers
Stationary
Pay Point
Cigarettes and tobacco products
Confectionery and sweets
Five commercial refrigeration units for food and chilled products
A selection of everyday convenience goods

In addition to the main retail shop, the premises provide a useful storage area, private office, CCTV security system, alarm system and shutters also WC offering practical ancillary support to the day-to-day running of the business.

This is a particularly exciting opportunity for an existing operator seeking to expand or for an ambitious purchaser looking to acquire a genuine, established and highly recognizable local business with significant trading history.

Please note: The sale relates to the business only. The building is not included.

CURRENT RENT £1200
per calendar month.

Early enquiries are strongly recommended to fully appreciate the longevity, position and potential of this unique business opportunity.


MAIN RETAIL UNIT
46' 0" x 17' 8" (14.034m x 5.405m)

STORAGE AREA
18' 1" x 13' 7" (5.522m x 4.149m)

OFFICE
11' 2" x 5' 2" (3.425m x 1.589m)

WC
8' 6" x 4' 3" (2.604m x 1.312m)

DISCLAIMER
These details have been prepared by our agency staff using both information provided to us by the vendor and following internal inspection. Please be advised particulars may still be awaiting verification and approval from the vendors and therefore should not be relied for anything other than general information. Fixtures and fittings included are to be agreed with the vendor and any photographs or mention of fitted appliances does not imply they are in working order. Internal measurements are taken as a guide only for prospective purchasers and may not be precise.
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Durham Road, Low Fell, Gateshead

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Affordability

Monthly repayments£151
Property: £ 30,000
Deposit: £ 3,000
Interest rate: 5.35%
Term: 30 years
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About Belle Vue Estates, Low Fell

500-502 Durham Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 6HU

At Belle Vue Estates, we believe that moving home deserves more than an ordinary estate agency service.

As an independent estate agency serving the North East, we combine local knowledge, creative property marketing and a genuinely personal approach to help our customers move with confidence.

We understand that every property, every customer and every move is different. That’s why we take the time to understand your needs, provide honest advice and create a marketing strategy designed to showcase your property at its very best.

From professional photography and compelling property descriptions to carefully considered marketing and proactive communication, we work hard to ensure your property stands out for all the right reasons.

Our experienced team is committed to keeping you informed, guiding you through every stage of the process and delivering a service you can feel confident in.

We are proud to have won the GOLD British Property Award for Gateshead for 2026–2027, reflecting our commitment to customer service and the standards we strive to deliver every day.

Whether you are selling your first home, moving up the property ladder or selling an investment property, we would love to help.

Belle Vue Estates — Great People • Great Service • Great Results.

Your property deserves to be represented with care, creativity and purpose. Let’s make your next move a great one.

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