FOR SALE
11/04/24
1945
Prime Commercial Retail Premises – Lease for Sale – Central Kemptown, Brighton
Asking Premium: £24,950
Location: 97 St James's Street, Brighton, BN2 1TP
An excellent opportunity to acquire an existing commercial lease in the heart of Kemptown, Brighton, situated on the popular and vibrant St James's Street.
This spacious and versatile commercial property occupies a prominent position surrounded by independent shops, cafés, restaurants and other established businesses.
Previously operated as a restaurant and currently used as a commercial print shop, the premises offer excellent potential for a variety of business uses, including retail, café, restaurant, off-licence, showroom or other commercial ventures, subject to any necessary consents.
Property Features
Ground Floor: Approx. 75 sq m
Basement: Approx. 55 sq m, including WC and kitchen area
Total Area: Approx. 130 sq m (1,399 sq ft)
Three-phase electricity supply
Two large air conditioning units, both included in the lease assignment
Recently refurbished shopfront fascia, including renewed timber framework and fascia panels
Existing commercial kitchen extraction system (currently not operational)
Prominent St James's Street location
Surrounded by established independent businesses
Flexible commercial space suitable for a range of business uses
Lease Details
Lease Premium: £24,950
Annual Rent: £24,000 (£2,000 per month)
Deposit: £6,000 (3 months)
Rent Review: November 2027
Availability: January 2027
Transaction: Assignment of the existing commercial lease, subject to landlord's consent
Further lease details available upon request
The premises are offered as a lease assignment only, not as a business sale. The existing business, trading name, printing equipment and goodwill are not included. Both air conditioning units will remain at the premises.
An excellent opportunity for a new or established business seeking well-positioned commercial premises in one of Brighton's most vibrant neighbourhoods.
Please note: the current lease does not permit hot food cooking at the premises. There is also no existing premises licence.
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