Summary
This mixed-use property comprises a prominent four storey character building constructed in the late-nineteenth century with A1 retail to the ground & basement floors with a three bedroom split level apartment located within the two upper floors. Access to the property is available from the front, directly off Tooley Street or from the rear via Druid Street.
Key Points
Suitable for Owner Occupiers, Investors & DevelopersProminently located 4-storey character buildingLocated within walking distance of London Bridge Train StationAbility to add value by submitting a new planning application to create apartments above
Investment Considerations
•Suitable for Owner Occupiers, Investors & Developers
•Rare freehold opportunity in the City of London
•Same family ownership for over 28 years
•Prominently located 4-storey character building
•Mixed use commercial and residential configuration
•Located within walking distance of London Bridge Train Station
•Approved planning permission to extend building
•Ability to add value by submitting a new planning application to
•create apartments above
•Sold with full vacant possession and rolling telecoms income
•In our opinion there is potential to add value by submitting a new planning application to allow for the development of three self contained one bedroom apartments above the property, which would have a greater impact on achievable investment yields.
Tenure
Freehold - The property has been held as a complete unencumbered freehold by the current owner since 1994, under Land Registry title number: TGL94314
Price
We are inviting offers in the region of £1,800,000 subject to contract for the freehold interest of the property.
Purchasers Profile
All offers will have to be supported with proof of funds or funding confirmation.
Tenancy
The property is to be sold with full vacant possession subject to two rolling telecoms contract which generate approximately £6000 per annum plus £800 per annum as a electricity usage contribution.
Planning
The property will be sold with the benefit of an approved planning permission(under ref: 18/AP/0442) which permits the construction of a part ground, first and second floor rear extension. This approval will increase the residential accommodation by approximately 549 sq ft (51m sq m). The Vendor has advised that the planning permission has been activated to avoid it from lapsing.
VAT
We have been advised that the property has not been elected for VAT.
AML
The purchaser will be required to provide information as requested in order to satisfy Anti-Money Laundering Policy.
Data Room
Access available upon request.
Location
The property is prominently positioned on the well-known Tooley Street which is located within walking distance of London Bridge Train Station. Potters Fields Park is situated directly opposite, leading to The Queens Walk which is a busy public walkway running parallel with the southern side of the river Thames. The South Bank is a dynamic area at the heart of London’s cultural scene. Tower Bridge Road, accessed off Tooley Street, leads directly to the famous landmark of Tower Bridge. The iconic Shard Building and the London Dungeons are also located close by along with many other London Landmarks.
In recent times, the London Bridge area has benefited from inward investment including the regeneration of the local amenities and large scale residential development projects, all adding value to both the area and properties.