A VACANT Largs town centre unit is heading to auction next week.

The premises at 40 Boyd Street will go under the hammer on Thursday, August 29, with an opening bid of £27,000. 

The ground floor commercial premises has a realistic rental potential of £6,000 per year. 

The property comprises an open plan sales area and customer toilets at the back of the unit.

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It is described as being in a "excellent trading position" as the property could be used for either retail or office use.

The property qualifies for rates exemption under the small business bonus scheme.

It is situated in an area of passing trade, with nearby businesses including J.G Sharps, Inspired Hair and Beauty, Studio 44 and Farmfoods.

The unit will head to online auction between 10am and 3pm on Thursday, August 29, through Future Property Auctions.