Prime property on offer

Over 30 lots of commercial, industrial and retail offerings will come under the hammer, including a prime industrial office space located in New Doornfontein, Johannesburg.

Sean Parsons, Business Development Executive for Aucor Property says: “New Doornfontein and its surrounds has seen much rejuvenation of late and holds interest for buyers and developers looking for good quality commercial and industrial space in a central location with easy road access.

“Recent trends and research has shown that developers are looking for mixed use space in the CBD that can be converted to create an excellent return on investment. This, in conjunction with a commitment from the JDA to invest and rejuvenate these areas as well as the need for affordable space, makes this property in New Doornfontein an appealing opportunity for the right buyer.”

Located on the corner of 2 Herb Street and Railway Road on an erf measuring 2 412m2, the building is within walking distance of Ellis Park Stadium and has excellent road access and good exposure. The road infrastructure in the area has been designed to accommodate large traffic volumes and connects the Johannesburg CBD to the suburbs of New Doornfontein, Ellis Park, Bellvue and Yeoville. There is easy access to the M2 freeway via the Heidelberg Road off-ramp, which is less than 2km from the property. In addition, the Ellis Park Railway Station is nearby.

Covering an entire block, this large property features a well-maintained six-storey office building with two roof levels, a basement and a large central services duct. The total GBA of the building is a massive 9 045m2 over the six storeys. The main entrance is on Herb Street which leads directly into a modern reception area on the ground floor. The building has two Otis passenger lifts and a central staircase. The upper floors can be accessed by means of three separate staircases and a goods lift which has access up to the fifth floor.

A loading and dispatch area is on the ground floor with access from 9th Street, which leads to a covered area with loading platform. The office floors are comprise mostly open plan air-conditioned offices, bathroom facilities, strong rooms, hallways and kitchens. Office areas have been constructed using dry walled partitioning. The two roof levels feature storage areas, an entertainment space and pub with braai area and lift motor room areas. The basement consists of 17 demarcated parking bays, workshop and storage areas. The property also features an additional 13 carport bays. The building will be sold with vacant occupation.