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16 Chapel Market, Islington, N1 9EZ

1,792 Sq Ft / Retail / General Retail

For Sale - £645,000.00

Available - Last updated: 07 November 2025

Summary

16 Chapel Market is Grade II listed freehold property arranged over 5 floors with a well established school uniform retailer occupying the commercial element and a collection of residential apartments above. The residential element has been sold off on a 999 year long lease and benefits from a £500 PA ground rent payable to the freehold.

The commercial element is let to Rough Cut Casuals Limited (formally known as Young Folk) a well established school uniform retailer who have been in occupation since 1976 with the current company incorporated in 2002. The retail element is let on a 25 year lease granted 2016 with a passing rent of £50,000. No tenant breaks for the remainder of the lease and five yearly Rent Reviews with the January 2026 review agreed at £50,000 pa.


Key Points

  • TOTAL INCOME £50,500 PA
  • Located on the popular and busy Chapel Market (one of London's last remaining authentic street markets)
  • Upper parts sold off on a 999 year long lease with a ground rent of £500 PA
  • Ground floor and basement let to Rough Cut Casuals Limited, a well established school uniform provider in occupation.
  • Excellent transport links with Angel Tube Station (Northern Line) 400m away and Kings Cross St Pancreas Station 1km
  • Subject to a 25 year lease to Rough Cut Casuals Limited granted January 2016.

  • Viewings

    Via arrangement with the sole agents Dutch & Dutch.


    Investment Summary

    Total Income: £50,500 per annum as from January 2026.
    Gross Initial Yield: 7.83 % on a guide price of £645,000 (No VAT)
    WAULT: 16 years 3 months

    Location

    Chapel Market is a well-established and highly regarded location situated in the heart of Islington, within the London Borough of Islington (N1). The area is characterised by its vibrant streetscape, historic market, and proximity to a wide range of amenities and transport connections, making it one of North London’s most attractive mixed-use environments.

    The property benefits from an excellent central position, located a short distance from Upper Street, which comprises a diverse mix of independent retailers, national operators, restaurants, cafés, and public houses and a mix of high value residential.

    The location also benefits from a strong local catchment, with a dense residential population and a significant daytime workforce. The nearby Angel Central Shopping Centre enhances the area’s retail offering, while Regent’s Canal and Barnard Park provide valuable green and recreational spaces.

    Chapel Market retains a distinctive character as one of London’s few remaining traditional street markets, trading six days a week and contributing significantly to the area’s appeal and footfall.

    Terms

    Freehold subject to a 25 year lease to Rough Cut Casuals Limited granted January 2016.
    Lease available on request.
    No breaks and five yearly Rent Reviews agreed at £50,000 as from January 2026.

    Property Quote Price(s)

    DescriptionSale typeGuide pricePrice type
      For Sale Freehold £645,000.00 NA

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