There are 2 cafés & coffee shops for sale in and around Chelmsford right now. Asking prices range from £40,000 to £149,000, with a typical price of £94,500. Listings are updated daily and sold or withdrawn businesses are removed.
5£149,000
Greater London · 21 miles away
(A46 cafe e4 8py ) 10 years of remaining lease OPEN lease can renew at the end of the term! Open 6 days a week Weekly takings around 4k 8 Free parking spaces Great location Great potential for someone who would like to grow the business further. Rent for the…
1£40,000
Greater London · 23 miles away
Very good location in 482 Green street. London.E13 9DB. Excellent condition cafe restaurant for sale. Everything including in the price. RENT £1500 per month NO OTHER BILLS. 12 YEARS OPEN LEASE. FIX PRICE £40,000.00
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