Guide price
£84,990
(£46.19/sq. ft)
Retail premises for saleHigh Street, West Cornforth, Ferryhill DL17
1,840 sq. ft
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About this property
Mixed use residential premises
Two story property
Ground floor commercial space
Upper floor residential space
Summary
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a prominently positioned mixed-use property in the heart of West Cornforth's bustling High Street. This substantial two-storey premises combines a highly visible ground floor commercial unit with self-contained residential accommodation above, offering exceptional flexibility for a wide range of buyers.
Whether you are an investor seeking dual-income potential, a business owner wanting to trade from your own premises, or a buyer looking to create a live-work lifestyle, this property provides adaptable space with scope to enhance and add value.
Prime Village Centre Location
Occupying a prominent frontage within the established village centre of West Cornforth, near Ferryhill, the property benefits from strong local visibility and footfall. The High Street serves the surrounding residential community and is home to independent retailers, local services, and community facilities.
Ground Floor - Commercial Premises
The ground floor offers versatile commercial accommodation with direct High Street access and display frontage, providing excellent exposure for passing trade.
Suitable for a variety of uses (subject to any necessary consents), including:
- Independent retail shop
- Office or consultancy practice
- Beauty salon or treatment rooms
- Studio, workshop or service-based business
- Caf or small hospitality venture (subject to planning)
The adaptable layout allows buyers to configure the space according to their business needs.
First Floor - Residential Accommodation
The upper floor provides residential living space, ideal for:
- Owner-occupiers wishing to live above their business
- Generating additional rental income
- Short-term or serviced accommodation (subject to consent)
- Refurbishment or reconfiguration to enhance value
The residential element adds flexibility and broadens the property's appeal, making it suitable for investors, landlords, and entrepreneurs alike.
Development & Planning Potential
There may be opportunities for the incoming purchaser to explore planning permissions to alter or enhance the property's configuration, subject to local authority approval. Potential options could include:
- Reconfiguring the layout
- Improving residential accommodation
- Changing commercial use
- Further development to maximise income potential
This flexibility makes the property attractive to a wide range of buyers looking to add value or tailor the space to their requirements.
Key Features
- Prominent High Street position
- Mixed-use commercial and residential layout
- Strong live-work potential
- Dual-income investment opportunity
- Scope for refurbishment and value enhancement (subject to approvals)
- Allocated parking
Property Type: Mixed-Use (Retail with Residential)
Guide Price: Starting Bid 84,990
A versatile and affordable property offering immediate usability with future upside ideal for entrepreneurs, investors, and owner-occupiers seeking flexibility and long-term potential.
Location
The property occupies a visible position on High Street within the established village centre of West Cornforth, near Ferryhill, County Durham. The area comprises a mix of residential housing, independent retailers, and community facilities, serving the surrounding local population.
Tenure
Freehold. Title number DU74495.
EPC
Available upon request (rating D).
Additional Information
For further information please contact our office direct on , or alternatively via e-mail on . With regards to viewing the subject property, this is to be done strictly by appointment through Keith Pattinson Commercial department. Please contact us to arrange an internal inspection, or to register your interest.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
Pattinson Auction are referred to below as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold under either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that all matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid on any property marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders buyers must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure aml procedures are carried out in accordance with the law
Auctioneers Additional Comments
The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price, Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts, the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (Subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a prominently positioned mixed-use property in the heart of West Cornforth's bustling High Street. This substantial two-storey premises combines a highly visible ground floor commercial unit with self-contained residential accommodation above, offering exceptional flexibility for a wide range of buyers.
Whether you are an investor seeking dual-income potential, a business owner wanting to trade from your own premises, or a buyer looking to create a live-work lifestyle, this property provides adaptable space with scope to enhance and add value.
Prime Village Centre Location
Occupying a prominent frontage within the established village centre of West Cornforth, near Ferryhill, the property benefits from strong local visibility and footfall. The High Street serves the surrounding residential community and is home to independent retailers, local services, and community facilities.
Ground Floor - Commercial Premises
The ground floor offers versatile commercial accommodation with direct High Street access and display frontage, providing excellent exposure for passing trade.
Suitable for a variety of uses (subject to any necessary consents), including:
- Independent retail shop
- Office or consultancy practice
- Beauty salon or treatment rooms
- Studio, workshop or service-based business
- Caf or small hospitality venture (subject to planning)
The adaptable layout allows buyers to configure the space according to their business needs.
First Floor - Residential Accommodation
The upper floor provides residential living space, ideal for:
- Owner-occupiers wishing to live above their business
- Generating additional rental income
- Short-term or serviced accommodation (subject to consent)
- Refurbishment or reconfiguration to enhance value
The residential element adds flexibility and broadens the property's appeal, making it suitable for investors, landlords, and entrepreneurs alike.
Development & Planning Potential
There may be opportunities for the incoming purchaser to explore planning permissions to alter or enhance the property's configuration, subject to local authority approval. Potential options could include:
- Reconfiguring the layout
- Improving residential accommodation
- Changing commercial use
- Further development to maximise income potential
This flexibility makes the property attractive to a wide range of buyers looking to add value or tailor the space to their requirements.
Key Features
- Prominent High Street position
- Mixed-use commercial and residential layout
- Strong live-work potential
- Dual-income investment opportunity
- Scope for refurbishment and value enhancement (subject to approvals)
- Allocated parking
Property Type: Mixed-Use (Retail with Residential)
Guide Price: Starting Bid 84,990
A versatile and affordable property offering immediate usability with future upside ideal for entrepreneurs, investors, and owner-occupiers seeking flexibility and long-term potential.
Location
The property occupies a visible position on High Street within the established village centre of West Cornforth, near Ferryhill, County Durham. The area comprises a mix of residential housing, independent retailers, and community facilities, serving the surrounding local population.
Tenure
Freehold. Title number DU74495.
EPC
Available upon request (rating D).
Additional Information
For further information please contact our office direct on , or alternatively via e-mail on . With regards to viewing the subject property, this is to be done strictly by appointment through Keith Pattinson Commercial department. Please contact us to arrange an internal inspection, or to register your interest.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
Pattinson Auction are referred to below as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold under either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that all matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid on any property marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders buyers must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure aml procedures are carried out in accordance with the law
Auctioneers Additional Comments
The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price, Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.
Auctioneers Additional Comments
In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts, the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (Subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.
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