Darlington Street East, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 3BH
Listed 24 Aug 2026 · price reduced 27 Oct 2026 · Wigan
How the price compares
Key features
- For Sale Through the Modern Method of Auction
- Commercial Shop & First Floor Apartment
- Close to Town Centre
- Exceptional Investment Opportunity
- Main Road Location
- Shop Sold With Vacant Possession / Apartment Sold with Tenant In Situ
About this home
**For Sale by Modern Method of Auction**
An exciting and unusual opportunity to acquire a mixed-use premises with a self-contained apartment, occupying a prominent position on Darlington Street, close to Wigan town centre. Formerly operated as a florist, the property offers a versatile combination of commercial and residential accommodation with excellent potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary planning permissions and consents.
The ground floor commercial premises comprises a spacious showroom, together with a rear kitchen/utility area and WC. The open nature of the showroom provides considerable flexibility and could lend itself to a variety of commercial uses, making this an attractive proposition for an owner-occupier, investor or purchaser looking to establish a new business.
The property also benefits from a well-presented self-contained apartment, which is accessed independently via its own entrance from Cambridge Street. The apartment is being sold with a tenant in situ, providing an immediate rental income opportunity.
The residential accommodation comprises a private entrance leading to a first-floor landing, a comfortable lounge, bedroom, fitted kitchen and bathroom. The apartment is well presented throughout and offers a useful additional income stream alongside the commercial premises.
The property's location is a particular strength, positioned on Darlington Street within close proximity of Wigan town centre. The surrounding area offers a wide range of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, bars and other everyday amenities, whilst Wigan's commercial and transport infrastructure is readily accessible.
For commuters and those travelling further afield, Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate railway stations are within easy reach, providing regular services towards Manchester, Liverpool, Preston and beyond. The M6 and wider motorway network are also conveniently accessible.
Offering a rare combination of commercial premises and a separately accessed residential apartment, together with the flexibility to explore a range of future uses, this property represents an excellent opportunity for investors, business owners and those seeking a mixed-use investment in a well-connected town centre location.
Cambridge Street - EPC Rating Grade D Darlington Street - EPC Grade Awaited
Cambridge Street Council Tax Band A
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.
PEM260274/2
Shop Floor Entrance 2.85 x 0.81 x 4.64 x 3.3m
Utility Room 3.41 x 3.22
Kitchen 3.94 x 3.84
Utility Room 2.45 x 1.36
WC
Hallway
Lounge 4.31 x 3.76
Landing 2.76 x 4.10
Bedroom 3.61 x 4.34
Kitchen 2.24 x 3.10
Bathroom
Leasehold
Agents Notes Auctioneer Comments This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd). If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer is responsible for the Pack fee. For the most recent information on the Buyer Information Pack fee, please contact the iamsold team. The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc. VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which (truncated)
Property details
- Property type
- End of Terrace
- Council tax band
- A
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 861 years left
- Ground rent
- £16 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Floorplan
Location
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- Ince Station0.4 mi
- Wigan North Western Station0.5 mi
- Wigan Wallgate Station0.6 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in WN1 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £220k · terraced £141k · detached £345k · flat £130k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3AT | Terraced Freehold | 22 May 2026 | £163,000 |
| 235 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3EA | Terraced Leasehold | 30 Apr 2026 | £130,000 |
| 76 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3AT | Terraced Leasehold | 20 Feb 2026 | £147,500 |
| 144 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3BH | Terraced Leasehold | 19 Dec 2025 | £115,000 |
| 206 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3BS | Terraced Leasehold | 30 Oct 2025 | £140,000 |
| 216 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3BS | Terraced Leasehold | 22 Oct 2025 | £113,000 |
| 112 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3BH | Terraced Leasehold | 4 Aug 2025 | £85,000 |
| 70 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3AT | Terraced Freehold | 24 Apr 2025 | £143,000 |
| 199 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3EA | Terraced Leasehold | 5 Mar 2025 | £118,000 |
| 57 Darlington Street East Wigan WN1 3EU | Other Freehold | 26 Feb 2025 | £325,000 |
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Buying costs
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Listed by Reeds Rains, Wigan on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 24 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 27/10/2026.
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