Chelmsford · Commercial Property Guide

Commercial property in Chelmsford.

Rents, asking prices, availability and business-rates context for the Chelmsford commercial property market, Essex — built from live CommercialUK listing data.

There are currently 118 commercial properties available in Chelmsford, split across 73 to let and 36 for sale, marketed by 22 agents. Other space dominates with 25 listings, followed by office (22) and retail (17). The median asking rent across priced lettings is £44,500 per annum (around £13 per sq ft). For purchases, the median asking price is £400,000.

Market snapshot

118
Listings live
73
To let
36
For sale
22
Agents
£44,500
Median rent (p.a.)
£13
Median rent / sq ft
£400,000
Median asking price
11,351
Median size (sq ft)

23% of Chelmsford listings include published floor area. Figures exclude POA listings and are based on asking prices, not achieved values.

Property types in Chelmsford

CommercialUK breaks the Chelmsford market down by use class so you can jump straight to what you need. Right now other accounts for the largest share of available stock in the area.

Business rates & occupier costs in Chelmsford

On top of rent or purchase price, occupiers in Chelmsford should budget for business rates — a tax on most non-domestic property set by multiplying the property’s rateable value (RV) by the national multiplier, then applying any reliefs (such as Small Business Rate Relief).

Rateable values are set by the Valuation Office Agency and reflect estimated open-market rent, so they broadly track the Chelmsford rental levels shown above. Service charges, buildings insurance, EPC compliance and fit-out are additional costs to factor in before committing to a lease or purchase.

Commercial property in Chelmsford: FAQs

How many commercial properties are available in Chelmsford?

There are currently 118 commercial properties available in Chelmsford, Essex on CommercialUK — 73 to let and 36 for sale, marketed by 22 agents.

How much does it cost to rent commercial space in Chelmsford?

Based on 42 priced listings to let in Chelmsford, the median asking rent is £44,500 per annum (around £13 per sq ft). Actual rent depends on size, location, condition and lease terms.

How much do commercial properties cost to buy in Chelmsford?

Across 23 priced properties for sale in Chelmsford, the median asking price is £400,000 and the average is £387,909. Prices vary widely by property type, size and location.

What types of commercial property are available in Chelmsford?

The most common types in Chelmsford are other (25), office (22), retail (17). CommercialUK also lists land, mixed-use and specialist premises across the Essex area.

Is it free to enquire on commercial property in Chelmsford?

Yes. Browsing and enquiring on every commercial listing in Chelmsford is completely free — no signup, no fees, no commission. Each listing shows the agent's direct phone number and an enquiry form.

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