A former North Yorkshire optician has been put on the market for £495,000.

Located on Skipton Road, the property is up for sale with estate agents Feather Smailes Scales who describe it as a 'prime opportunity' on one of Harrogate's busiest secondary through roads.

The end terraced building is a mixed-use property, offering a flexible layout for potential investors or business owners.

The ground floor, which used to house the opticians, features an open-plan front area.

Rear rooms are divided by stud walls, but the space could be reconfigured.

The ground floor also has LED lighting, mostly carpeted floors, and neutral decor.

Upstairs, the property holds two spacious apartments, each with its own side door access.

One apartment is a two-bedroom flat while the other is a one-bedroom flat.

Both flats are already tenanted, with the two-bedroom apartment bringing in £615 a month and the one-bedroom apartment pulling in £605 a month.

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The estate agents noted that the apartments could benefit from some 'cosmetic enhancements' to maximise rental returns.

Recent updates have been made to both flats, including new gas central heating boilers.

The property also boasts ample parking, offering space for up to four vehicles.

Located just off Skipton Road, the premises are close to North Harrogate's amenities and are within easy reach of the town centre.

The area is well-served by public transport, making the property an attractive option for potential tenants or business customers.

It is available to buy freehold, subject to the existing tenancies.

Planning permission has previously been granted to convert the building from a retail space into flats, including two on the ground floor in addition to the two on the first floor.

The loft space could also be developed further, subject to the necessary planning consents.

Interested parties are advised to contact the local planning authority if they envision any change of use.