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Mortimer Street, Herne Bay, CT6

South East

£500,000Guide Price

Listed on 17/02/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
N/A
Type
Retail Property (high Street)
Area
2939 sqft

Description

This property presents a strategic investment opportunity located in the heart of Herne Bay. Currently, the ground floor is occupied by a well-established retail tenant, Scrivens, providing a steady rental income of £24,000 per year under a secure lease that extends until May 2034. However, the real potential lies in the two unoccupied upper floors, which could be developed into three self-contained flats (subject to planning permission). The total area spans approximately 275 square metres, offering ample space for transformation. Nestled in a vibrant area with significant foot traffic and visibility, this building not only serves as an income-generating commercial asset but also allows for residential expansion which can significantly enhance overall value. The immediate vicinity boasts various local amenities and leisure facilities, making it attractive for both retail operations and residential living. With its solid rental agreement and promising redevelopment prospects, this property stands out as a valuable addition to any investor's portfolio or for someone looking to embark on a project that taps into the growing demand for residential units in urban centres. This is an ideal chance for investors or developers eager to capitalize on the potential growth opportunities within this sought-after coastal town.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

70out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

A strong B-grade opportunity at a £500,000 guide price: about £170/sqf versus a local average of £346/sqf, making the guide notably cheap on this comparison. The ground-floor retail unit is let until 2034 and provides stated income of £24,000 a year, while the vacant upper floors offer scope for a substantial conversion into self-contained flats, subject to planning permission. Bidding can take the hammer above the guide, so the eventual price may not stay this cheap.

The upper-floor rooms are dated commercial spaces rather than residential-ready accommodation, with worn finishes and some damaged or displaced ceiling panels; the visible toilet facilities are also utilitarian. The maintained-looking corner frontage and the combination of existing retail income with a sizeable upper-floor project give this property a distinctive value-add angle, but realising it will take a significant programme of work.

Key opportunities

  • Transform the large upper-floor commercial rooms into self-contained flats, subject to planning permission.
  • Rework the upper-floor layout and finishes to create residential accommodation from a blank, substantial canvas.
  • Acquire a prominent corner building with a ground-floor tenant stated to pay £24,000 annually under a lease running to 2034.

Key risks

  • The worn commercial interiors, damaged or displaced ceiling panels and utilitarian facilities point to a heavy upper-floor rebuild programme; plan for substantial time and coordination rather than a cosmetic refresh.
  • The proposed flats are subject to planning permission, so conversion potential is not assured.

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Map

Location

Mortimer Street, Herne Bay, CT6
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Herne Bay Rail Station

    0.7 miles

    Train · Herne Bay

  • Chestfield & Swalecliffe Rail Station

    2.9 miles

    Train · Chestfield

  • Whitstable Rail Station

    4.3 miles

    Train · Whitstable

  • Sturry Rail Station

    4.9 miles

    Train · Sturry

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 5.13%

Current average variable rate is 6.58%

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£2,043
Based on a loan of £375,000 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

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