Retail Property (high Street)

Location

The property occupies a prominent position within the pedestrianised section of Montague Street, Worthing's principal retailing pitch. The area benefits from strong footfall and a diverse mix of national and independent occupiers, alongside cafés, restaurants and leisure operators.

Montague Street is situated approximately 0.2 miles from Worthing seafront and around 0.6 miles from Worthing railway station, which provides regular services to London Victoria and Brighton. The A24 (approx. 0.5 miles) and A27 (approx. 1.5 miles) are also easily accessible, offering good road connections to the wider region.

The property's central position makes it well suited to a variety of occupiers seeking a presence in a busy and well-established commercial location.

Description

A prominent property occupying a prime position within the pedestrianised section of Worthing's principal retail thoroughfare, comprising a substantial end-terraced premises arranged over ground, first and second floors. The accommodation offers a versatile layout suitable for a range of commercial uses, subject to the necessary consents.

The ground floor provides a well-proportioned open-plan retail area with a double recessed glazed frontage onto Montague Street, benefitting from excellent natural light and strong visibility within this busy pedestrianised location. The recessed entrance creates a defined customer access point and enhances the overall shop frontage. Internally, the space is fitted with slat wall panelling and a suspended ceiling incorporating integrated lighting and air conditioning, making it suitable for immediate occupation or straightforward reconfiguration.

To the rear of the ground floor are ancillary areas including storage, staff facilities and access to the upper parts, as well as rear access to the property. The first floor offers a combination of additional retail or ancillary accommodation, together with a number of storage rooms and a large rear area which could be utilised as a showroom, workspace or further retail space. This level also benefits from rear access.

The second floor provides further ancillary accommodation, currently arranged as open storage space with restricted head height in parts, ideal for stock or back-of-house use.

Overall, the property extends to approximately 2,942 sq ft (273.3 sq m) and represents a flexible opportunity for occupiers seeking a prominent town centre presence with the benefit of a double recessed frontage, rear access and significant ancillary accommodation in a well-established and busy retail location.

Tenure Comments

The property is To Let on a new lease for a term to be agreed.

Rent

Rental offers are invited in the region of £55,000 per annum, exclusive.

EPC

An EPC has been requested.

VAT

We are informed that VAT is applicable on the terms quoted.

Use

We understand the premises benefit from Class E use however, we would advise any potential tenant to check with the Planning Department to ascertain if their use is permitted.

Legal Fees

Each party is responsible for their own legal fees in this transaction.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment with Sole Agents,
Jacobs Steel.