Chartered Surveyors and Business Property Specialists

Commercial Property Acquisitions

At Listers Property Consultants, we provide discreet, expert commercial property acquisition services for investors, businesses, landlords, and occupiers across Cornwall, Devon, and the wider South West.

Whether you are looking for a specific investment opportunity, expanding your business, or seeking to acquire a neighbouring property, our team can identify opportunities, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through the acquisition process from start to finish.

Discreet & Off-Market Property Acquisitions

Not every property opportunity is openly marketed. Our extensive network and local market knowledge give us access to off-market commercial property opportunities, allowing us to identify potential acquisitions that may not be available through traditional property marketing channels.
Where confidentiality is important, we can approach property owners discreetly and, where appropriate, initially protect the identity of our client. This can be particularly valuable for retailers, investors, and businesses seeking to acquire neighbouring or strategically important properties.
We regularly act for clients looking to approach other property owners directly, creating acquisition opportunities that may otherwise never reach the open market.

Acquisition Advice Tailored to Your Objectives

Every acquisition has a different purpose. You may be looking to:

• Expand an existing commercial property portfolio
• Acquire a neighbouring property to support business growth
• Purchase a property currently occupied by your business
• Identify specific investment assets to meet portfolio objectives
• Rebalance or diversify an existing property portfolio
• Acquire commercial property or businesses discreetly
• Secure land or buildings with future development potential

We take the time to understand your objectives, investment strategy, budget, and risk profile before identifying and assessing suitable opportunities.

Expert Due Diligence & Commercial Advice

An acquisition is about more than finding the right property. It is about understanding its value, risks, income potential, condition, and long-term prospects.

Our clients benefit from the combined expertise of our commercial property team, including:

• Extensive local and regional market knowledge
• Commercial property valuation expertise
• Building surveying and technical advice
• Investment and rental analysis
• Negotiation and acquisition strategy
• Assessment of future value and development potential

This integrated approach helps ensure that every potential acquisition is thoroughly assessed and commercially sound before you commit.

Your Acquisition Partner

Whether you have a clearly defined acquisition requirement or are looking for advice on the best opportunities currently available, Miller Commercial can provide the expertise, contacts, and discretion needed to make the right investment decision.

Looking to acquire commercial property?

Speak to our team on 01752 222135 to discuss your requirements confidentially and discover how we can help you identify and secure your next commercial property acquisition

  • Gareth Forrest Director

    Gareth joined the business in 2020 and is a commercial agency surveyor working on commercial property sales and lettings, residential sales, development advice, portfolio investment sales and sales marketing. Before working at Listers he was at Monk & Partners and King Sturge among others. Gareth started his own business, Town and Country, which then merged with Langs when he sold the business to his co directors. Outside of work Gareth enjoys fitness training and is happiest when mountain biking, climbing, skiing, kayaking and hiking. In April 2024 Gareth was promoted to the position of Director in Charge of the Office, overseeing all aspect of a high-quality, comprehensive range of agency services and managing the day-to-day operations of the premises.

    Contact Information

    Department: Commercial Agency

    Role: Director

    Telephone: 01752 222135

    Mobile: 07876 387 575

    Email: gareth@listers.uk.com

  • Ifan Rhys-Jones Consultant

    Ifan founded Listers Property Consultants in 2011 and in 2023 he sold the business to the Partners of Miller Commercial. He is continuing with Listers in a Consultant role which will allow him to carry on the great work he has done in the past. Ifan honed his experience by doing commercial property asset management in Sydney, residential agency in London and a specialism in south west regional offices. Outside of work he loves to ski, sail and cycle.

    Contact Information

    Department: Commercial Agency

    Role: Consultant

    Telephone: 01752 222135

    Mobile: 07970 029 162

    Email: irj@listers.uk.com

  • Mike Nightingale Director

    Mike became Director of Listers Property Consultants Limited when he and his Partners at Miller Commercial bought the firm in 2023. He has been in the commercial property industry for 35+ years, which includes being a Partner within Miller Commercial for over 20 years. As well as being a Chartered Surveyor, Mike is a RICS Registered Valuer and Member of the Institute of Arbitrators. Mikes role with the Firm is to oversee the company's commercial agency activities. He also provides strategic advice to key clients. Mike also acts in an advisory capacity to our valuation and lease consultancy team. Outside of the business, Mike is a keen sailor and cyclist, especially if there is a pint at the end of it!

    Contact Information

    Role: Director

    Telephone: 01872 247008

    Mobile: 07748 907 008

    Email: msn@listers.uk.com

  • Thomas Smith Director

    Tom has been with the business for over 8 years and is a Director of Listers Property Consultants as well as a Partner of its Parent Company Miller Commercial. He oversees the commercial agency department who specialise in the sale, purchase, acquisition and disposal of freehold and leasehold commercial property throughout the South West. Tom is a keen outdoorsman, enjoying sea swimming, sailing, fishing and cycling. He lives with his wife and young sons in mid Cornwall.

    Contact Information

    Department: Commercial Agency

    Role: Director

    Telephone: 01872 247013

    Mobile: 07825 114 802

    Email: ts@listers.uk.com

  • Jonny Bright Associate / Senior Surveyor - Miller Commercial

    Jonny has been a valued member of our team since 2019, where he focuses on delivering practical advice to business owners and landlords across the retail, industrial, hospitality and office markets, alongside disposals in the investment and development sectors. His deep understanding of the Cornwall market, connections with solicitors, accountants, bankers and planners and attention to detail ensure that his clients receive tailored solutions to meet their needs. Outside of work Jonny can be found reading, sea swimming, cycling around the coast, and exploring coves and paddle boarding spots with his two children.

    Contact Information

    Department: Business Transfer

    Role: Associate / Senior Surveyor - Miller Commercial

    Telephone: 01872 247022

    Mobile: 07425 311 949

    Email: jb@miller-commercial.co.uk

  • Graham Timmins Associate / Head of Business Transfer - Miller Commercial

    In 2023 Graham marked 20 years with the business and oversees the Business Transfer Department who provide an expert service to client looking to sell or lease their business throughout the whole of the South West. He specialises in the Leisure Industry, connecting the owners of campsites, hotels, guesthouses, holiday parks, cafes and restaurants, with suitable buyers. Graham is a keen tennis player and enjoys classical music.

    Contact Information

    Role: Associate / Head of Business Transfer - Miller Commercial

    Telephone: 01872 247019

    Mobile: 07900 604 078

    Email: gt@miller-commercial.co.uk

  • Rob Luscombe MRICS Chartered Building Surveyor

    Rob has recently joined us as a Chartered Building Surveyor. He has been a professional member of the RICS since 1992 and a former member of the British Institute of Architectural Technologists and AutoCAD conversant being experienced in building design and detailing as well as space management. Rob has for a number of years been with a multinational surveying practice in Plymouth working throughout the south-west of England and for many years being based in the Channel Islands coordinating, managing and undertaking professional Building Surveying work. He has provided a full range of professional services to the private and public sectors for commercial, industrial and residential property particularly specialising in pre-acquisition surveys, Schedules of Dilapidations as well as pre-dilapidations advice and reporting, expert witness work and Planned Preventative Maintenance reporting and advice, inspection and preparation of building defect reports, party wall matters, Schedules of Condition, property and asset management, damp surveys and moisture mapping as well as contract administration, supervision and valuation of construction work. Rob is also an APC mentor, supervisor and counsellor for surveying graduates seeking professional membership of the RICS. He lives in East Cornwall and is a keen amateur photographer and licensed radio amateur.

    Contact Information

    Department: Building Surveying

    Role: Chartered Building Surveyor

    Telephone: 01872 247037

    Mobile: 07353 099958

    Email: rl@miller-commercial.co.uk

  • Brian Botting Director

    Brian is a Director of Listers Property Consultants as well as a Partner of it's Parent Company Miller Commercial LLP and was a major part of the buy out of Listers in 2023. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors as well as a member of the Institute of Revenues, Rating and Valuation. Brian has been in the profession since 1973 and joined Miller Commercial in April 2003. He is a self confessed 'shed' man and loves nothing more than exploring and valuing industrial properties all over the South West. He has previously worked in London, Nottingham, Devon and Cornwall. Brian specialises in valuation, rent review and lease renewal work as well as the assembly, acquisition and disposal of development sites. With responsibility for the Company's graduate scheme, Brian mentorship skills have ensured that so far 14 graduates achieve Chartered status by passing the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence. In his spare time Brian and his wife spend as much time as possible with their 3 children and 5 grandchildren, with their dog Woody coming along for the ride when he can.

    Contact Information

    Role: Director

    Telephone: 01872 247009

    Mobile: 07747 553 686

    Email: bjb@listers.uk.com

  • Andrew Ranson Head of Valuation Services - Miller Commercial

    Andrew heads up our Professional Department who specialise in Valuations and Lease Advisory. He has been with the business since 2007 and provides valuations for loan security, commercial and residential development and investment funding, tax planning, expert witness, asset management, as well as lease renewals and rent reviews. Andrew is also a RICS Registered Valuer.

    Contact Information

    Role: Head of Valuation Services - Miller Commercial

    Telephone: 01872 247011

    Email: ar@miller-commercial.co.uk

What our clients say

  • “Miller Commercial have acted for us for over a decade in various capacities including undertaking valuation work and development appraisals together with acquisition work and property management. We have always found them to be approachable and to provide innovative solutions.”
    - Stuart Ivall, Director, RM Developments Ltd
  • “I found all the staff at Miller Commercial very professional and enthusiastic. We were very lucky to have them dealing with the sale of our restaurant guiding and advising us every step of the way. I felt I was receiving personal attention at all times, there was always someone at the end of the phone should I need to speak somebody. Thank you to everyone for giving a first class service and should I need a commercial agent again I would have no hesitation in contacting Miller Commercial.”
    - Owner, On Shore, St Ives
  • “I am so, so grateful to Susanna Sawle for expediting my Valuation. In addition it’s a huge relief that the valuation came out at the price it did. It means so much to us that we can now progress and move forwards for both our business and family life. My sincere thanks.”
    - Emma Caddis, Business Development Manager, Unlocking Potential
  • “We dealt with Miller Commercial to sell our restaurant and their attention with this difficult sale was amazing; 6 failed sales which were all for odd reasons, but they never gave up and worked really hard to secure a good sale in the end. I would always use Miller Commercial again for sure.”
    - Kimberley Spence
  • “As the the lease was coming to an end I was naturally concerned that the vacating tenant kept to the lease agreement in making good any repairs that were deemed necessary. The Management Surveyor handled all this very professionally, bringing in third party experts where necessary to provide evidence to the tenant and ensuring that the tenant was fully aware of their responsibilities. Throughout the process they gave me regular updates, keeping me informed of progress right through to a satisfactory conclusion.”
    - Property Management Client
  • “Graham Timmins guided us through the complexities of buying our campsite, which involved liaising with our financial Broker, solicitor and our Accountant and helped us to realise our dream of moving to the Coast. We would recommend Graham and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell a business.”
    - Purchasers of Treveague Campsite, Gorran
  • “We have bought and sold a business through Miller Commercial and found the help and advice whilst buying invaluable. When we decided to sell the business, we automatically called them again. The Business Transfer agent came out to value the business, take photographs and gather information and it was put onto the market. We were kept informed of all interested purchasers. A potential buyer was found relatively quickly and they kept the sale progressing and again kept us in the loop at all times. Generally we were delighted with the service offered and we would almost certainly use Miller Commercial again. ”
    - Debbie and Adrian Bird
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