1 bed property to rent

Inkerman Street, Preston, Preston, Lancashire PR2

Prime Ground Floor Commercial Unit – Inkerman Street, Preston

Available Now | Prominent Corner Position | High Footfall | Parking | Flexible Use (STPP)

A fantastic opportunity to lease a well-positioned ground floor commercial unit located on the prominent corner of Inkerman Street and Blackpool Road. Situated within a busy mixed residential and commercial area, this property benefits from strong passing traffic and excellent daily footfall, making it ideal for a variety of business uses (subject to planning permission).

This versatile space would suit a vape shop, barber shop, beauty salon, office, or other retail/service-based businesses seeking a visible and accessible location.

Location

The premises occupy a highly prominent corner position within an established commercial parade in Preston. Surrounded by long-standing local businesses and residential properties, the area provides a steady customer base and excellent exposure.

The property benefits from:

- Close proximity to local amenities
- Excellent motorway links
- Good public transport connections
- On-street parking directly outside

Description

The accommodation is arranged over the ground floor only and briefly comprises:

- Large rectangular main office/retail space (approx. 8m x 4m / 32 sqm / 340 sq ft)
- Double-glazed frontage allowing ample natural light
- Secure gated front entrance
- Rear access to yard
- WC facilities
- Parking available directly outside

The unit is ready to be refurbished, allowing incoming tenants to tailor the space to their specific business requirements.

Accommodation

Ground Floor Net Internal Area:

- Main Office / Retail Area: 32 sqm (340 sq ft)
- Separate WC

(All measurements are approximate.)

Services

We understand that electricity and water supplies are connected, with drainage to the main sewer. Interested parties are advised to satisfy themselves as to the condition and capacity of all services.

Planning

The premises are considered suitable for a variety of uses, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consent. Prospective tenants should make their own enquiries with Preston City Council Planning Department.

EPC

An EPC will be made available in due course

Lease Terms

The property is available by way of a new Full Repairing and Insuring (Fri) lease, for a term of years to be agreed. The lease will be subject to upward-only rent reviews.

Rent

Offers in the region of £9,000 per annum (£750 per calendar month).
Exclusive of VAT (if applicable), business rates, and all other outgoings.
Rent payable quarterly in advance by standing order.
Subject to contract.

Business Rates

Rates payable for 2025/2026: 55.5p in the £.

The property may qualify for 100% small business rates relief, subject to tenant circumstances.

The Valuation Office Agency currently describes the premises as Offices and Premises (Rateable Value: Tbc).

All interested parties should make their own enquiries with Preston City Council-s Rating Department.

VAT

All rents and prices quoted are, or may be, subject to VAT at the prevailing rate.

Legal Costs

Each party will be responsible for their own legal costs incurred in the transaction.

Viewing Highly Recommended

This is an excellent opportunity to establish your business in a thriving, highly visible location with strong local trade and excellent connectivity. Early viewing is strongly advised.
These particulars, whilst believed to be correct, do not form any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representation of fact. No person in this firm's employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. All measurements quoted are approximate. Although these particulars are thought to be materially correct their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract.