DESCRIPTION
A freehold mixed-use commercial property comprising a ground-floor café and first floor flat which has been owned by the same family, and been successfully trading, for over 60 years. The mid-terrace building features a brick and glazed front elevation to the ground floor level, a fitted commercial kitchen with extraction, rear access, WCs and ancillary storage. The first floor comprises ancillary accommodation, accessed via an independent entrance, currently configured as a good-sized one-bedroom flat with dining/living area, kitchen and a bathroom plus WC. The asset presents an opportunity to acquire a long-established trading premises while exploring refurbishment opportunities. We expect interest from owner-occupiers, investors and developers.

SITUATION
Shirley is a densely populated residential area situated close to Southampton and just 2 miles from the City Centre and West Quay shopping centre. Nearby retailers include Costa, Holland and Barret, Tidal Vape, Superdrug, Greggs, Shoezone, Sue Ryder, Timpson and Sainsburys plus a wide range of independent businesses. Shirley is the largest of Southampton’s suburbs, surrounded by a huge concentration of housing on the western side of the City Centre. Southampton Central Railway Station is situated around 1.8 miles away, while the A33 (Millbrook Road West) provides links to the M27 motorway.

ACCOMMODATION
Ground Floor
Cafe width 11’5”
Cafe depth 40’7”
Net area 465.7 sq ft
Kitchen 210 sq ft
First floor 465 sq ft
Total 1,140 sq ft / 106 sq m

TENURE
Unconditional offers are sought for the freehold interest at a guide price of £275,000, subject to contract.

RATEABLE VALUE
Online enquiry via www.voa.gov.uk indicates a rateable value of £10,500 effective from 1st April 2026, suggesting eligible occupiers may benefit from 100% small business rates relief.

LEGAL COSTS / VAT
Each party to bear their own legal costs. We do not believe that the property is elected for VAT purposes.

EPC RATING
A new energy performance assessment has been commissioned.

VIEWINGS
All enquiries and appointments to view must be made via the sole agent Trinity Rose Commercial on 01962 888900.