Commercial Property
For Sale
38 Willow Street, Oswestry SY11 1AD
For Sale £95,000 Guide Price
519.4 sq ft
Key Features
- Prominent Town Location: Situated in a promenade position on Willow Street, within a short walking distance of high-footfall spots like Home Bargains, the Post Office, and Wetherspoons.
- Grade II Listed Status: A property of architectural and historical interest, adding character and distinction to the premises.
- Versatile Ground Floor Trading Space: Offers a 16-foot overall frontage with a full-width electric security shutter, opening into a 285 sq ft main sales area and a 190 sq ft rear sales area.
- Multi-Storey Layout: Features internal staircase access to an L-shaped room and kitchenette on the first floor, plus additional storage space with restricted headroom on the second floor.
- No Upward Chain & Freehold: Available with vacant possession and sold as a freehold, allowing for a straightforward purchasing process.
- Low Rateable Value: The current rateable value is £5,100.00, which qualifies the property for small business rate relief.
- Flexible Planning Potential: Historically aligned with A1 (Retail) and A2 (Financial/Professional Services) uses.
Size
519.4 sq ft
Property Status
No Onward Chain
EPC
G
Expired 2nd August 2021
Rateable Value
£5,100
Description
An excellent freehold commercial opportunity occupying a prominent trading position on Willow Street, Oswestry.
Offered with the distinct advantage of no onward chain, this Grade II listed retail premises provides a versatile layout across three floors. It is ideally situated within short walking distance of established high-footfall town fixtures, including the Post Office, Home Bargains, and Wetherspoons.
Ground Floor Retail Space
The ground floor features a prominent 16-foot frontage, complete with a full-width electric security shutter.
Main Sales Area: A bright, versatile space of approximately 285 sq ft (26.5 m²).
Rear Sales & Storage: An additional 190 sq ft (17.68 m²) trading or workshop area, leading to a dedicated stock store.
Facilities: A rear entrance equipped with a steel security door leads to a practical utility setup including a W.C. and a separate shower room.
Upper Floor Accommodation
Internal stairs from the main shop floor grant access to substantial upper levels, offering superb potential for office space, secondary storage, or staff facilities:
First Floor: Features a generous L-shaped room alongside a dedicated kitchenette equipped with a sink unit.
Second Floor: Accessible via a steeper staircase, providing a further storage room with characteristic restricted headroom.
Planning & Business Rates
The property has historically operated under A1/A2 usage (Retail and Financial/Professional Services). Verbal enquiries with Shropshire Council indicate a current Rateable Value of £5,100.00, making it an incredibly attractive prospect for small business rate relief.
Services: Mains electricity and water are connected. Tenure: Freehold.
All measurements set out in these details are approximate. The mention of any services and/or appliances within these particulars does not imply they are in full and efficient working order as they have not been tested. The Agents have endeavoured to produce accurate and reliable details.
However, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, especially if travelling some distance to view, kindly contact our Office and we shall be pleased to check the information for you.
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Location
Town Centre Car Parks
Festival Square
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- 16 Parking Spaces
- 4 Accessible Bays
- 2 Motorcycle Spaces
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Oak Street
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- 190 Parking Spaces
- 13 Accessible Bays
- 6 Electric Charging Points
- 2 Motorcycles Spaces
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Horse Market
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- 147 Parking Spaces
- 10 Accessible Bays
- 2 Electric Charging Points
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Central Car Park
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- 483 Parking Spaces
- 24 Accessible Bays
- 2 Electric Charging Points
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Estate Agent
J.J. Dell & Co
- 21 Leg Street Oswestry, SY11 2NN
- 01691 653437
- property@jjdell.co.uk
- Website
Business Rates
Keeping operational costs low is crucial for any growing business. You can check the current rateable value of this commercial space directly with the VOA below.
If this is your only commercial premises in England and its rateable value is £12,000 or less, you could be eligible for 100% Small Business Rate Relief. Tapered relief is also available for properties valued up to £15,000. Use the buttons below to check your rates or start your application with Shropshire Council.
Keeping operational costs low is crucial for any growing business. The current rateable value of this commercial space is £6,800.
Because this rateable value falls well below the £12,000 threshold, qualifying businesses could eligible for 100% Small Business Rate Relief, meaning you may pay zero business rates on this property.
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