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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · DN21 2DD
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FOR SALE BY ONLINE AUCTION - Lot 12 - FIRST FLOOR INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH CONVERSION POTENTIAL (subject to any necessary consents) ONLINE AUCTION from 10th - 12th November A substantial first floor property situated within Pottergate House, occupying a central position on Lord Street in Gainsborough town centre.
The accommodation comprises several individual rooms, including former kitchen facilities and a WC.
The property offers scope for refurbishment and potential conversion into residential accommodation or alternative uses, subject to the necessary planning permissions, building regulations and other consents.
Access is available from the main shopping thoroughfare and via a private gated courtyard, providing an opportunity for investors and developers to explore the property's future potential.
The property is located in the heart of Gainsborough, a traditional Lincolnshire market town with a range of shops, services and local businesses.
Nearby amenities include the town's shopping facilities, Marshall's Yard retail and leisure destination, and the Savoy Cinema complex.
Gainsborough is well positioned for access to Scunthorpe, Retford and Doncaster, with Lincoln also accessible by road. Local railway stations provide connections to surrounding towns and cities.
The site requires a full refurbishment due to fire damage, presenting an opportunity for redevelopment in a prime location.
First Floor: Multiple rooms, Former kitchen area, WC Access via the main shopping thoroughfare and private gated courtyard Tenure: Advised Leasehold - to be verified by solicitor Tenancies: To be sold with vacant possession
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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Returns
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