Commercial Property for Sale in Shoreditch
Shoreditch sits on the north-eastern edge of the City, around Old Street, Great Eastern Street, Curtain Road and Shoreditch High Street. It was the centre of London’s furniture trade in the nineteenth century, and the warehouses and showrooms built for that industry define the area today. Since the 1990s artists, designers and then technology companies have taken them over. The junction at Old Street became known as Silicon Roundabout, and the district is now one of Europe’s best-known technology clusters.
Morgan Pryce advises businesses and investors who want to buy in Shoreditch. We act only for the buyer. For leasing, see our guide to office space to rent in Shoreditch. Buyers also compare Clerkenwell to the west and the City of London to the south.
Old Street station is on the Northern line and has National Rail services. Shoreditch High Street is on the London Overground. Liverpool Street, a short walk south, has the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan and Elizabeth lines as well as main line trains.
Commercial Property for Sale in Shoreditch: Warehouses, Studios and New Schemes
Commercial property for sale in Shoreditch ranges from Victorian warehouses to newly built office floors. The older buildings, with their cast-iron columns, timber floors and large windows, remain the most sought after.
Ownership is fragmented. There is no single dominant estate, and buildings are held by private owners, property companies, developers and owner-occupiers. This means freeholds are available and commercial space for sale in Shoreditch comes to the market more often than in much of the West End.
Buyers typically see:
- Converted warehouses on Curtain Road, Rivington Street, Charlotte Road and Leonard Street.
- Self-contained studio buildings around Hoxton Square and Redchurch Street.
- New-build office floors sold on long leases within mixed-use developments.
- Buildings with bars, restaurants or shops at street level.
Technology, media, fashion and design companies make up most of the owner-occupier demand. Investors are attracted by strong tenant demand for characterful space. Estimate your requirement with our office space calculator.
Key Checks Before Buying Commercial Property in Shoreditch
Buying commercial property in Shoreditch needs careful attention to planning and condition.
- Local authority. Most of Shoreditch is in the London Borough of Hackney. The edges fall within Tower Hamlets, Islington and the City of London, each with its own policies.
- Protection of business space. Hackney’s policies protect employment floorspace in Shoreditch, which supports office use and limits residential conversion.
- Conservation areas. The South Shoreditch Conservation Area covers the historic warehouse streets. Changes to the exterior need consent.
- Evening economy. Shoreditch has many bars and venues. Consider noise and licensing, especially where they occupy part of the building.
- Condition, energy rating and tax. Survey older buildings thoroughly and check the EPC. Stamp Duty Land Tax applies and VAT may be charged.
Shoreditch suits growing businesses that want distinctive space, a strong talent pool and quick access to the City.
Buyer-Only Advice From a Commercial Property Agency in Shoreditch
With so many different owners, finding the right building takes active searching. We do that for you.
- Active search. We track each commercial building for sale in Shoreditch and approach owners of unmarketed buildings.
- RICS-qualified appraisal. We advise on price, condition and refurbishment cost.
- Room to grow. We consider whether the building can accommodate expansion, or be part let until you need the space.
- Negotiation and completion. We negotiate the terms and see the purchase through with your advisers.
More information is on our commercial property purchase and advisory services page.
Looking for a Commercial Building for Sale in Shoreditch?
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Call Morgan Pryce on 020 3987 6200 or book a free consultation. For the wider market, visit our London commercial property page.
FAQ
Shoreditch offers converted Victorian warehouses, self-contained studio buildings, new-build office floors sold on long leases, and mixed-use buildings with bars, restaurants or shops at street level.
Yes. Shoreditch has no single dominant estate, and buildings are held by many different owners. Freehold buildings are sold more often here than in much of the West End, although demand for the best warehouses is strong.
Shoreditch has been a centre for technology businesses since the area around Old Street became known as Silicon Roundabout. It offers open warehouse space, a large pool of skilled staff, and close links to the City and its investors.
Most of Shoreditch is in the London Borough of Hackney. Parts of the area fall within Tower Hamlets, Islington and the City of London. Planning policy and business rates vary, so confirm the local authority for any building you consider.
Morgan Pryce acts only for buyers. We search marketed and off-market buildings, provide RICS-qualified advice on value and condition, negotiate the purchase, and manage the process to completion.
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