For Sale By Auction | 10:00, 10 December 2025 | Lot 88

5 Eld Lane, Colchester, Essex CO1 1LS

*Guide | £180,000 - £200,000 (plus fees)

  • Shop
  • Tenure: Freehold

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Auction Date

Wed 10/12/2025

Auction Time

10:00

Auction Venue

Livestream Auction

A freehold commercial investment in a prime location

Situated in one of Colchester's busiest pedestrian shopping locations is this two storey commercial premises currently trading as a Cafe & Bar. The property extends to 670 sq. ft. (62.24 sq. m.) on the ground floor and 445 sq. ft. (41.34 sq. m.) on the first floor and is currently let on a 10 year full repairing and insuring lease from May 2025 at a rent of £18,000 per annum rising to £21,000 per annum in November 2026. With the annual yield representing a 10% return in relation to the low end of the Guide Price we see this as a first class investment opportunity.

Tenure

Freehold

Energy Efficiency Rating (EPC)

Current Rating D

Services

Interested parties are requested to make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities as to the availability of services.

Local Authority

Colchester Borough Council

Solicitors

Ellisons Solicitors (Colchester), Ref: Philip Roberts, Tel: 01206 719642

Important Notice to Prospective Buyers:

We draw your attention to the Special Conditions of Sale within the Legal Pack, referring to other charges in addition to the purchase price which may become payable. Such costs may include Search Fees, reimbursement of Sellers costs and Legal Fees, and Transfer Fees amongst others.

Additional Fees

Buyer's Premium - £1500 inc VAT payable on exchange of contracts.

Administration Charge - £1200 inc VAT payable on exchange of contracts.

Disbursements - Please see the legal pack for any disbursements listed that may become payable by the purchaser on completion.

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