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See how verdicts work1-bedroom house · DT5 1HG
For saleReduced £20k (−8.7%) on 25 SepListed 159 days
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About
A mixed-use investment property comprising a ground floor retail unit with ancillary back office accommodation and storage facilities, together with a self-contained one-bedroom flat situated on the first floor with its own private entrance.
The commercial premises were most recently operated as a post office and newsagent, offering flexible potential for a variety of retail or business uses, subject to the necessary consents.
The residential accommodation comprises a spacious double bedroom, living area, kitchen, and bathroom facilities.
The property represents an excellent investment or redevelopment opportunity and is ideally suited to investors, owner-occupiers, or those seeking a mixed-use asset with income potential.
Both the commercial and residential elements would benefit from refurbishment, allowing purchasers the opportunity to modernise and add value.
Retail Area (10.44 m x 6.73 m (34'3" x 22'1")) Good sized retail area with enclosed, secure counter. Two doors to the back office and storage areas.
Storage (5.18 m x 1.73 m (17'0" x 5'8")) Good size secure storage area. Doors to two back offices. Office One (2.39 m x 1.90 m (7'10" x 6'3")) Secure back office.
Office Two (1.98 m x 1.80 m (6'6" x 5'11")) Secure office two with safe. Shop Kitchen (2.44 m x 1.68 m (8'0" x 5'6")) Side aspect window. Worktop and base units. Sink.
WC Wash basin and WC Hallway With Side Entrance The flat has a side entrance of its own and access from the shop inner hallway leads into the first floor flat.
First Floor Flat Landing Stairs lead up from the inner hallway via its own door. Doors to all rooms. Access to the loft space with hatch and ladder.
Living Room (6.15 m x 4.24 m (20'2" x 13'11")) Front and rear aspect windows. Wall mounted electric heater. Bedroom (4.24 m x 3.10 m (13'11" x 10'2")) Front aspect window.
Wall mounted electric heater. Kitchen (3.89 m x 2.72 m (12'9" x 8'11")) Rear aspect window. Range of wall and base units. Bathroom Rear aspect window. Panel bath with shower over. WC and wash basin.
Airing cupboard. Rateable Value As of the 1st April 2026 the current rateable value is £9,100pa Buyers Compliance Fee Notice Please note that a compliance check fee of £25 (inc.
VAT) per person is payable once your offer is accepted. This non-refundable fee covers essential id verification and anti-money laundering checks, as required by law.
Value & comps
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Returns
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About 3-5 Straits, Portland
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