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We are specialists in all types of transfer (sale, acquisition and letting) of all types of employment space including industrial units, distribution warehouses and open storage sites together with offices and retail units .

Typical instructions range from a single small lock-up industrial unit to a large distribution warehouse or a newly built industrial development scheme. We also transact on both in and out-of–town office premises and shops ranging from small tertiary retail premises to prime town centre units and out of town retail warehouses.

We can tailor our instructions to match your needs; including acquisitions which are often concluded confidentially “off-market” without publicity.

The team includes three dedicated fee earners with an agency support assistant which gives us strength and depth.

We pride ourselves in providing a bespoke service to our clients backed up by regular contact and feedback from interested parties. We use our extensive network of regional and local contacts to connect parties to ensure a successful outcome for our clients.

Why not give us a call on 01752 222135.

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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
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Leigh Robinson Commercial Agency Surveyor - Listers

Leigh joined the Listers' commercial agency team in August. He is a Plymouth lad and has previously worked alongside Gareth for a number of years. Since 2019 Leigh worked for Kovia Group in Plymouth heading up their Office Operations but has experience in residential lettings with Atwell Martin and as a new properties manager for Coast & Country Cottages. Previous to that he was a senior property consultant for Lang Town & Country. Outside of work his main interests revolve around sport and fitness and he has spent time in the USA as a professional basketball coach.

Contact Information

Department: Commercial Agency

Role: Commercial Agency Surveyor - Listers

Telephone: 01752 222135

Mobile: 07386 667528

Email: lar@listers.uk.com
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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 previous 15 years. 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
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Gemma Webb Business Support Assistant

Gemma has been with Listers Property Consultants since 2018 and is the administrative support for the Plymouth based surveyors. She deals with enquiries, creates property brochures and generally keep the agency running smoothly. Gemma has 3 young children which keeps her busy outside of work.

Contact Information

Department: Commercial Agency

Role: Business Support Assistant

Telephone: 01752 858 196

Email: gemma@listers.uk.com
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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
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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

What our clients say

“I used Listers when I needed to sell a storage unit which had been used by my late husband and would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone needing the services of an agent specialising in commercial property.  Consultant Ifan Rhys-Jones swiftly found me a suitable buyer and kept me well informed at every stage of the process, which was completed quickly and without complications.  ”
- Denise O'Leary
“Gareth and the team at Listers have been a pleasure to deal with. From sourcing our new office space to dealing with negotiations with the seller and keeping us informed throughout the purchase process they have acted with honesty, integrity, professionalism and good humour.” I would not hesitate to recommend them.”
- Solicitor
“Many thanks or all your help in the sale of Rosamund Stevens Hall.”
- Plymouth East Girl Guides HQ
“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
“Mike Nightingale and Andrew Ranson and their teams have played key roles in shaping our property and retail estate strategy here in Cornwall.”
- Tom Kay, Finisterre