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69 Lowther Street, Whitehaven CA28 7AH

Auction Event
 

Guide Price £135,000+ plus fees

UnconditionalOn the fall of the hammer, the successful bidder will be legally bound to purchase the property. The successful bidder must immediately exchange contracts and pay the applicable deposit and Buyer’s Fee stated on the property description, both of which are non-refundable. The deposit contributes to the purchase price. The Buyer’s Fee does not contribute to the purchase price. Completion must take place usually within 30 days, unless the Special Conditions of Sale within the legal pack state otherwise.

Thursday 29th May 2025

9.00am
Key Features
  • Former HSBC Bank with planning permission for 8 flats
  • Three Storey Period Building with Basement
  • Has potential to be converted to a mixed use investment (STPP)
  • Iconic building in the region of 6,500sq ft
  • Central high street location close to amenities, shops and facilities
  • Potential to generate a significant income once developed
  • We are informed of approx 15 parking spaces to the rear of the building
  • EPC Rating: Awaited
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Property Description:

An excellent development opportunity to purchase a former HSBC Bank with planning permission to convert to 8 apartments.

This iconic period building offers in the region of 6,500 sq ft of accommodation and is set over 4 floors including a basement. To the rear is parking and we are informed for approx 15 vehicles.

The property is nestled on Lowther Street which is the main shopping area of the town ensuring excellent footfall and close proximity to a wide range of local amenities, shops and facilities.

Once developed the property has the potential to create a significant yearly rental income.

There is further scope due to the location for the building to be developed in to a mixed use of commercial and residential which could boost income levels further. (STPP)

Ground Floor -
Sales Area: 1,687 sq ft
Office: 1,087 sq ft
Ancillary: 47 sq ft
First Floor -
Offices: 1,176 sq ft
Ancillary: 70 sq ft
Second Floor -
Offices: 1,226 sq ft
Ancillary: 543 sq ft
Basement - 595 sq ft
Draft Sales Details

These sales details are awaiting vendor approval.

Tenure:

Freehold. Vacant possession upon completion.




Auction Details

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Auction Event and is being sold under an Unconditional sale type.

Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale.

All sales are subject to SDL Property Auctions Buyers Terms. Properties located in Scotland will be subject to applicable Scottish law.


Auction Deposit and Fees

The following deposits and non- refundable auctioneers fees apply:

• 5% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)

• Buyers Fee of 4.8% of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £6,000 inc. VAT). 

The Buyers Fee does not contribute to the purchase price, however it will be taken into account when calculating the Stamp Duty Land Tax for the property (known as Land and Buildings Transaction Tax for properties located in Scotland), because it forms part of the chargeable consideration for the property.

There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.


Additional Information

For full details about all auction methods and sale types please refer to the Auction Conduct Guide which can be viewed on the SDL Property Auctions home page.

This guide includes details on the auction registration process, your payment obligations and how to view the Legal Pack (and any applicable Home Report for residential Scottish properties).


Guide Price & Reserve Price

Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or - 10% of the Guide Price. The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Buyers Terms.