502 MacArthur Street, Soldiers Hill VIC 3350

SEALED BID ENDING 17th November 2025 6pm

Step into a prime retail opportunity in the heart of Soldiers Hill's vibrant commercial precinct on Macarthur Street. This well-positioned space offers endless possibilities for savvy business owners looking to establish themselves in one of Ballarat's most characterful and historically significant suburbs with not only the best shop front for advertising or convert back to the two generous bedrooms and live on the corner.

Perfectly positioned on Macarthur Street, you'll find yourself at the centre of Soldiers Hill's main commercial hub, surrounded by a thriving community of small businesses, boutique stores, and specialty cafes. The location provides excellent street frontage and visibility, ensuring your business will benefit from the steady flow of foot traffic that frequents this bustling retail strip.

Soldiers Hill offers a unique blend of heritage charm and modern convenience that's hard to find elsewhere in Ballarat. This historic suburb, established in 1859, boasts:

• Substantially intact Victorian era architecture with distinctive decorative features
• Strong sense of community with a population of 2,813 residents
• Excellent transport links with proximity to Ballarat railway station
• Easy access to the Ballarat CBD directly to the south

The suburb's rich heritage as Ballarat's earliest planned residential area creates an atmosphere that attracts both locals and visitors. The entire area is protected by heritage overlays, ensuring the distinctive character and architectural integrity that makes this location so special will be preserved for generations to come.

Your business will benefit from the suburb's excellent connectivity and accessibility. Located just minutes from Ballarat's Central Business District, customers can easily reach you by car, with traffic dispersed efficiently through the well-planned grid street system. Public transport options are abundant, with three bus routes servicing the area and the main Ballarat railway station at the suburb's southern boundary - making it incredibly convenient for customers travelling from Melbourne and regional areas.

The local community is well-educated and established, with quality schools including Macarthur Street Primary School and St Columba's Catholic Primary School nearby. This family-friendly demographic creates a stable customer base for retail businesses, while the suburb's proximity to transport hubs ensures a steady stream of commuters and visitors.

• Walking and cycling are popular in the area, with over 7% of residents walking to work
• Strong local economy supported by railway workshops and heritage tourism
• Historic churches and community facilities create regular foot traffic
• Established commercial precinct with complementary businesses nearby

The area's commercial heritage runs deep, with traditional corner stores and businesses having served the community for over a century. While modern shopping centres have changed retail patterns, Soldiers Hill has successfully adapted, with many historic shopfronts now housing boutique service businesses, specialty stores, and food establishments that cater to both locals and the growing number of heritage tourists visiting Ballarat.

This is your opportunity to become part of a thriving community in one of Ballarat's most desirable and historically significant locations. Whether you're planning a retail store, professional services, or hospitality venture, this Macarthur Street address provides the perfect foundation for business or residential pleasure success in a suburb where heritage meets opportunity.

Don't miss this chance to secure your place in Soldiers Hill's continuing story - a location where history, community, and business prosperity come together in perfect harmony.