Claydon Business Park
"We have worked with Vanessa and Penn Commercial since for a number of years now. We find them to be an extremely professional, knowledgeable, always happy to give advice on the intricacies of the local property market and technical advice on certain complicated areas. They are always friendly and very attentive team. Vanessa leads by example, and you can see how much she puts into the business, and how the team feed off her enthusiasm and expertise.
“We have benefitted from Penn’s professional services in the various lettings at Claydon Business Park, in particular, and have always been impressed with how they have performed, providing high-quality tenants that we are seeking for this in-demand development. I couldn’t recommend the guys highly enough!”
Suffolk Food Hall
“A pragmatic and determined approach, occasionally with lateral suggestions, has been Penn’s reason for success”.
“Since we started in 2007, we have only ever used Penn Commercial to find other businesses that subscribe to our proposition. They take the time to gain a broader understanding of our site and strategic goals, and put forward unsolicited and imaginative ideas to further the business’ outreach.”
Brisko Metal Resources
"Penn Commercial was instructed to secure a 5 to 10 acre site for Brisko in relation to their steel stock holding and export business. Identifiying an 11 acre site at Sproughton and approached the owners. Penn subsequently acquired the site freehold off market from Hanson Premix for Brisko."
Ipswich Borough Council
"Penn Commercial was appointed joint sole agent for the disposal of 2.77 acres of employment land at Ravenswood in Ipswich. Achieving excellent value per acre from the leisure sector for the development of family restaurants and a public house. Penn also acted as joint agents for the freehold disposal of the Malt House, Princes Street, Ipswich."
“Penn also acted as joint agent for the freehold disposal of the Maltings, Princes Street, Ipswich, and arranged the sale of 1-3 Westgate Street to IBC, which is now Jamaica Blue and Lovisa. Penn also attracted The Botanist to the former Post Office on the Cornhill on behalf of IBC, on a long-term lease.”
Maritime Transport Ltd
"We are very pleased that Penn Commercial have been able to sell our old Head Office building in difficult circumstances. Penn have been very attentive and creative looking at all possible markets and we are very happy with the level of service and professionalism they provided throughout the sale."
Pertwee Estates
“Penn Commercial are an excellent smaller agent that punch well above their weight. Vanessa Penn is pro-active, communicative and full of creative suggestions as to how to maintain momentum in the marketplace. She is supported by a great team that are always willing to do more than they need. We would most certainly recommend them.”
Tramco cambridge Ltd
"It has been an unexpectedly long road, but thank you for all the effort you put into the transaction. It certainly would not have happened without you! With very many thanks."
FW Properties
“Chandlery Developments are delighted with the service of Penn Commercial. “Their proactive approach has secured tenants for the two units at The Chandlery, Deben Wharf, Woodbridge, then sold the investment to Cambridge Commercial Property Ltd, and subsequent freehold investment sales.
““In a difficult market, Penn don’t just put the deals together, but more importantly, Paul has worked closely with the investor and the banks on the property valuations, which has proved challenging. This tenacious approach has given us a capital receipt of £575K, and Chandlery Developments are highly delighted. “We would not hesitate to recommend Penn for a first-class service.”
Eskmuir Group
"We have used Penn Commercial in Ipswich for the letting of industrial/trade counter units within our portfolio at Ransomes Europark. We have been pleased with the success rate with lettings thus avoiding long voids and empty rates. We would have no hesitation to recommend Penn for their proactive and prompt service."
Equation Properties
"We have been suitably impressed with Penn Commercial’s proactive approach to marketing our schemes, and we have been able to benefit considerably from their local knowledge and extensive regional outreach. We value the team’s experience and input, and we know that they will always offer us a well-informed and results-driven service. We look forward to continuing to work with Penn on a number of major development schemes across the region."
Crema Coffee Shop
“We just wanted to say a huge thank-you to the whole team for all the support and help throughout the process of letting 33 Westgate Street, Ipswich.
“Everyone has been so friendly, professional, and helpful from start to finish, which made everything much easier for us.
“We would highly recommend Penn Commercial to anyone who is looking for a commercial property, and we wouldn’t hesitate to work with them again in the future.
“Thank you again, we really appreciate everything you’ve done for us.”