Welcome to 53 Avon Terrace, York, a landmark mixed-use property constructed circa 1890, positioned in the heart of Blandstown’s historic main street. Formerly the original Spencer’s Bakery, this substantial holding is currently operating as an art gallery and café at the front, with a residential apartment to the rear, all set across a flexible internal layout of approximately 350 square metres of combined internal floorspace. Situated on a generous 1,540 square metre block with prominent exposure along the main southern route out of town, the property offers outstanding versatility — suitable as one large commercial space, multiple shopfronts, or a combination of commercial and residential use, all underpinned by strong heritage significance. Important to note: Various Uses, including residential and commercial options, must obtain Shire Approval before proceeding. Contact Adam Bettison on 0409 929 128 today, so you don't miss out!
Property Highlights:
- Mixed-use commercial building with rear apartment
- Currently operating as an art gallery & café, occupied by owner.
- Flexible internal layout: One large commercial tenancy, or up to three separate shopfronts plus rear apartment
- Approximately 350 square metres of combined internal floorspace
- 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 car spaces
- Total land size: 1,540 square metres
- Constructed circa 1890
- Federation-style shopfront with bullnose veranda
- Solid stone construction (original structure, considerable renovations since)
- Original heritage baking oven still in place
- Located within the Blandstown Heritage Area
Investor Summary:
- Front commercial space utilised as an art gallery & café as an established business.
- Multiple income streams: commercial tenancy plus residential apartment
- Future flexibility: retain, reconfigure, or reposition (STCA)
- Development potential subject to shire and heritage approvals
- Potential Residential Market Rent at $580 per week [NOTE: requires approval for permitted use]
- Potential Commercial Market Rent at $1,200 per month [NOTE: requires approval for permitted use]
Location Summary:
- Prime position on Avon Terrace, the historic trading spine of York and Wheatbelt
- Located in Blandstown, the oldest privately settled area of town
- High visibility on the main southern route out of York
- Surrounded by heritage buildings, cafés, galleries, and strong tourism traffic
Why You Will Love It
- Landmark heritage building with genuine historical significance
- Rare oversized landholding on a tightly held main street
- Flexible mixed-use configuration with long-term upside
- Prominent building that fits well with York's bustling tourism and cultural economy
- Affordable entry into a popular heritage precinct
Properties of this scale, history, and adaptability are rarely offered. For further information or to arrange an inspection, contact Adam Bettison on 0409 929 128.
