Prominent CBD retail site sells for $48 million
A retail development site in the heart of Perth’s CBD has sold for $48 million. The 1,705sqm site at 96 and 110 William Street, and 255 Murray Street Mall was marketed by RWC WA agent Brett Wilkins.
By definition, a commercial property could include retail, industrial, office, and mixed-use buildings. Managing a commercial investment takes time and there are things you must know in order to manage buildings like these effectively. We recommend carefully considering the pros and cons of investing in commercial property and conducting a thorough analysis of the risks and rewards before purchasing.
A strong attraction for investors is the income-earning potential of commercial real estate. While a commercial property will likely require more initial outlay than a residential property, they can generate a higher annual return on investment.
Owning retail or office buildings will mean that your tenants are likely to be business owners, which generally makes it easy to maintain polite and professional working relationships. Also, business owners who offer products or services to the general public are likely to keep their rented areas in good condition.
Like anything, the benefits of owning commercial rental properties can be offset with downsides, including the larger initial investment needed to purchase, and other ongoing costs and risks that need to be considered.
It’s important to remember that the number of people who regularly attend a building will directly impact the amount of maintenance and repair the building will ultimately require. Managing property maintenance can be expensive and time-consuming, so you must consider the budget required for regular upkeep and repairs.
Just as the number of people in a building can increase maintenance costs, it can also increase the risk of workplace injury and the opportunity for people to intentionally damage buildings and grounds. While purchasing quality insurance can provide protection, it may be necessary to litigate injury claims or other lawsuits. Engaging an experienced property management team will ensure that risks are minimised and buildings are compliant with all legal obligations.
Tips for Commercial Property Landlords
If you’re keen to invest in commercial property, you’d be wise to make sure you start it right. Here are a few tips for finding success as a commercial property landlord.
Most commercial property landlords find the job challenging, with competing demands on their time; but the payoffs can make all the hard work worthwhile. Ray White Commercial Bayside work closely with investors and can guide you through the process from sales to management, increasing long-term value and profitability to achieve the highest return on investment for owners.
A retail development site in the heart of Perth’s CBD has sold for $48 million. The 1,705sqm site at 96 and 110 William Street, and 255 Murray Street Mall was marketed by RWC WA agent Brett Wilkins.
A Canning Vale industrial property has been sold to a local investor for $4.1 million. Located at 42-44 Wittenberg Drive, the 4,538sqm property has been leased to Kemp Engineering for the past decade, selling at a 5.85 percent yield.