
Commercial property loan brokers in Penrith
Helping Penrith business owners buy their own premises
Buying commercial property in Penrith?
We fund the full range of commercial property in Penrith: medical and allied health premises, childcare and early learning centres, showrooms and trade-facing buildings, and shopfronts and offices in the city centre. Purchases typically run between $1 million and $7 million. Local land values have moved differently to the rest of Sydney, so a current valuation is worth having before you plan around a number.
We can help you:
- Buy the premises or consulting rooms your business works from
- Borrow up to 80% of the property value on standard commercial security. Up to 100% of the purchase price is achievable where you add equity from a property you already own.
- Acquire a Penrith commercial property as an investment
- Refinance or release equity from a property you already own
- Buy medical, dental, allied health or childcare premises
- Arrange finance for an SMSF commercial purchase
- Fund a showroom, workshop or service commercial purchase
- Free up your working capital
- Arrange finance through a trust, company or service-trust structure
Who we help:
- Established business owners who require finance between $50K to $30M
- First-time borrowers who need a beginner-friendly strategy
- Sophisticated borrowers and investors who need a unique strategy and deal structure
- Urgent, time-sensitive deals that need to move quickly
- Self-employed and trust-structured borrowers who need their income presented properly
- Commercial property owners with multi-tenancy plans



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Commercial property loans in Penrith
From medical centres to bulky goods showrooms, we get you funded
We work with the operators buying across the Penrith centre and its surrounds: GPs, specialists and allied health practices, dentists, childcare operators, professional and advisory firms, trade-facing showrooms, and the investors holding the buildings around them. We present practice and trading income across the entities it arrives through, and take the file to lenders who will engage with a regional city centre on its own evidence.
Funding from $50K to $30M
from over 60 bank & non-bank lenders
- ANZ
- Bankwest
- Bluestone
- Bank of Queensland
- Commonwealth Bank
- Firstmac
- ING
- Macquarie
- NAB
- Pepper Money
- Suncorp Bank
- Thinktank
Commercial property finance specialists in Penrith
A city centre draws a broader mix of purchases than a suburban strip does. The Penrith property we can finance includes:
- Owner-occupier commercial property purchase
- Investment commercial property and landlord finance
- SMSF commercial property under a limited recourse borrowing arrangement
- Commercial construction and development finance
- Commercial property refinance and equity release
Penrith is one of the few places where the comparable set can genuinely make or break a valuation, because residential and industrial land in this LGA moved in opposite directions over the same twelve months. Which sales a valuer reaches for is not a technicality here.
Why Penrith businesses choose Ardent Capital Group as their commercial broker
Execution and strategy
Strategy first, then execution. We structure your deal properly and take it to the lenders we know suit this kind of deal, without sending the same request out four ways.
Clear advice for smart lending
Straight answers on LVR, structure and timing, including when a deal does not stack up.
A long-term partner
We stay with you well beyond settlement, with lasting relationships and ongoing support from the team.
Property types
Penrith commercial property scenarios we finance
Consulting rooms, a childcare centre, a showroom and a leased shopfront are four different lends. Below is how each Penrith purchase actually reads to a lender, and the suburbs we cover around it.
Medical and allied health premises
Nepean Hospital and a catchment reaching to the mountains support a substantial health sector, and practices here buy their own rooms rather than lease more often than you would expect for the price point. Healthcare income is read as resilient, so lenders assess the profession as much as the property, and medical, dental and veterinary borrowers reach up to 80% on standard commercial security.
Practice income arrives through a service trust or a company in almost every case, and it has to be read across those entities before a lender will price the loan. That presentation is where most of the work sits.
- Up to 100% of the purchase price is achievable where an existing residential property is offered as additional security
- Valued on vacant possession for an owner-occupier, or on the passing rent where rooms stay leased
- Fit-out, medical equipment and practice goodwill can often be funded alongside the property
- An interest-only period is available while a practice builds patient numbers at a new address
- Patient parking and accessible access carry real weight in a catchment where people drive
- Documents to prepare: two years of practice financials, an accountant's letter and the lease if tenants remain
Childcare and early learning
A growing residential catchment supports steady childcare demand across the Penrith LGA, and centres are bought both by operators and by investors leasing to them. A childcare centre is a specialised asset and it does not gear like an office or a shopfront.
Lenders fund childcare to a lower band, and the assessment leans on the licence, the approved places, occupancy history and the strength of the operator rather than on the building. A long lease to an established operator is why these applications work.
- Childcare is a specialised asset and gears below standard commercial security
- The licence, the approved number of places and occupancy history all feed the assessment
- A long lease to an established operator materially strengthens the file
- Purpose-built centres are harder to re-purpose, which is what the lower band reflects
- Provide the licence, the lease, occupancy figures and the operator's financials
- Where you are the operator as well as the owner, both sets of numbers are assessed
Showrooms and trade-facing premises
A regional city centre carries genuine bulky goods and trade-facing property: building suppliers, equipment hire, automotive and showroom operators serving a wide catchment. These are hybrid assets and lenders read both halves.
The split between customer-facing floor area and warehouse is what moves the number. A building weighted towards showroom is valued closer to commercial retail, one weighted towards warehouse closer to industrial, and the two do not gear identically. A floor plan with the areas marked settles it before anything is lodged.
- The ratio of showroom to warehouse floor area shifts both the valuation basis and the LVR
- Main-road exposure and customer parking are real value drivers in a drive-to catchment
- E2 Commercial Centre, MU1 Mixed Use and E4 General Industrial are all commonly accepted zonings
- Fit-out for the showroom or counter can often be funded alongside the property
- Signage rights and consent conditions attach to the site rather than the occupier
- Provide the floor plan with areas marked, plus two years of trading figures
Shopfronts and city centre offices
The High Street centre and the blocks around it carry the shopfronts, suites and service businesses a working city needs. When the business trading from the premises also owns them, a lender tests whether your operation services the loan and what the premises are worth if you left.
Mixed use is where the title decides. A shopfront with residential above on a single commercial title reads differently to a strata scheme where the flat is its own lot, and not every lender will take the second. We establish which will before you commit.
- Standard commercial security reaches up to 80% of value with full financials
- Retail over residential is valued across both components, and the residential portion can lift the LVR
- Main-street positions read more strongly than secondary side-street frontages
- A deferred matter parcel needs its planning status confirmed before an application is lodged
- Provide two years of trading figures, a profit and loss for the site and the current lease
- Fit-out finance and a business overdraft can be arranged alongside the property loan
Holding and revaluing
Lease income is what the loan is sized on: the rent on foot, the tenant behind it and the remaining term. Health, childcare and trade tenants with fit-out sunk into the premises are stronger covenants than the lease alone suggests.
For owners refinancing, the split in local land values is the thing to get in front of. A valuation drawn from the wrong sector's comparables will land in the wrong place, so give the valuer the right evidence rather than discovering the problem afterwards.
- Priced on net passing rent, the tenant covenant and the weighted average lease expiry
- A tenant with significant fit-out sunk into the premises is a stronger covenant than the lease alone suggests
- Lease doc lending runs 65% to 75% and steps down as the loan size rises
- Full doc lending against the same security reaches up to 80%
- Release equity to fund equipment, a second location or a business acquisition
- Prepare recent financials, current loan statements, the lease and a rates notice
SMSF commercial property in Penrith
Yes, a fund can buy Penrith commercial property, and we arrange these. It is also one of the more intricate purchases in commercial finance, and the detail is what decides whether it works. The fund borrows under a limited recourse borrowing arrangement, the property sits in a separate holding trust, and the lender can only come after that one property.
We know this sounds complicated, and we can assist to make things clearer. We structure the finance, tell you which lenders will take a Penrith commercial property as SMSF security and on what terms, and bring in the SMSF specialists and licensed advisers who set the fund side up. You will not be working it out on your own.
- From 10 August 2026 a new arrangement can only be used for business real property: a property used wholly in a business generally qualifies, a property with a residence attached generally does not
- Your operating company leases the property back from the fund, in writing, at market rent supported by an independent appraisal, and the rent has to actually be paid
- Cross-collateralisation is not available inside super, so the fund needs its own deposit and the 100% LVR structures described elsewhere on this page do not work here
- Standard commercial security inside a fund is generally available to 65% to 80% of the lender's valuation, with cash left in the fund after settlement
- The arrangement funds a single asset, so fit-out, plant and goodwill are financed separately outside the fund
- The bare trust has to exist before contracts are signed, and in NSW the deed is executed after the contract, by the bare trust trustee rather than the fund trustee
Our complete list of services
- Buy the premises your business operates from
- Acquire a commercial property as an investment
- Borrow up to 60% to 80% depending on the asset class
- Finance medical, industrial, retail, office or hospitality property
- Refinance an existing commercial loan
- Release equity for growth or another purchase
- Structure an SMSF commercial purchase
- Fund a construction or development project
- Arrange finance through a trust or company structure
- Buy specialist assets like childcare or licensed venues
- Free up your working capital
- Bridge a settlement timing gap
- Consolidate a commercial property portfolio
- Move a property into super
- Provide personal and home finance for owners
- Support first-time commercial property buyers
The areas we service
We are based in the Sydney CBD and work across Penrith and the far west. Wherever your property sits, we know the lenders and valuers active in that pocket and how they read the local zoning, comparable evidence and tenant demand. The areas we cover around Penrith include:
- The immediate Penrith catchment — Jamisontown, South Penrith, Kingswood, Cambridge Park, Claremont Meadows
- Across the Nepean — Emu Plains, Emu Heights, Leonay, Regentville, Mulgoa
- The Werrington and St Marys corridor — Werrington, Werrington County, Werrington Downs, St Marys, Cambridge Gardens
- The northern and southern growth areas — Glenmore Park, Cranebrook, Castlereagh, Orchard Hills, Llandilo
We cover Marsden Park, Eastern Creek and Prospect on the same basis.
Not on the list? We still cover it. We arrange commercial property finance right across Greater Sydney and NSW, and we work with clients Australia-wide.
Our process
How it works
✓We understand your scenario
We talk through the Penrith property, your business or practice, your timeline, and any complexity in your structure.
✓We find the right lender
We match your deal to the lender on our panel best suited to it for that asset and precinct.
✓You receive clear terms and guidance
We present indicative terms and explain what we recommend, and why.
✓We stay with you beyond settlement
We manage everything through to settlement, then stay in your corner well beyond it, with ongoing support from the team.
Lender features compared
How commercial property loans compare across lenders
| Commercial loan feature | Major banks | Non-bank lenders | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum LVR | 60% to 75% | Up to 80% | Standard |
| Owner-occupier finance | Preferred rates | Available | Common |
| SMSF purchase | Up to 65% | Up to 70% | Popular |
| Interest-only periods | Up to 5 years | Up to 5 years | Common |
| Loan term | Up to 25 to 30 years | Up to 25 years | Flexible |
| Lease / WALE (investment) | Longer WALE preferred | Shorter WALE considered | Important |
| Approval timeframe* | 3 to 6 weeks | 2 to 4 weeks | Varies |
| Best suited for | Established borrowers, standard assets | Complex structures, higher LVR, specialised assets | — |
*IMPORTANT: These are indicative figures only. Terms, LVRs and approval timeframes vary with borrower capacity, security type and individual lender criteria, and are subject to change. Figures are a general guide, not a quote or an offer of finance, and not a representation that finance is available on these terms.
Frequently asked questions
How does working with a Penrith specialist help?
It helps to work with a broker who knows the area well. Penrith functions as a regional city with its own catchment, and local land values have recently split by sector in a way that makes the comparable evidence decisive. Ardent Capital Group sits on Clarence Street in the city, handles Sydney commercial property day to day, and arranges finance in Penrith and Australia-wide.
How does this work if we are not in the same place?
It makes very little difference. We work across Penrith and the far west, including Kingswood, Emu Plains, Werrington, St Marys and Glenmore Park. Most of the process runs by phone, email and video, and we come to you when it helps.
How much finance can you help me access?
The band is $50K to $30M. Service commercial and office premises in the city centre sit across it, and smaller retail or clinic purchases are equally workable.
What can be bought with commercial finance in this market?
We fund the full range here: medical and allied health premises, childcare centres, showrooms and trade-facing buildings, shopfronts and city centre offices, workshops and service commercial, and leased investment stock. Lender appetite differs sharply across those, which is why we match the property to the lenders that write it.
What is the stamp duty on commercial property in NSW?
Transfer duty is charged on the dutiable value of the property on the general NSW scale, and there is no owner-occupier or first-buyer concession the way there is on a home. Surcharge purchaser duty applies to residential-related property, so a purely commercial purchase is generally outside it. Duty and GST are funds you bring to settlement rather than part of the loan, so we set your funds-to-complete figure with you before you exchange. Revenue NSW publishes the current scale.
What is a deferred matter parcel and does it affect my purchase?
It is land not yet brought under the current local environmental plan, so the controls that apply come from an earlier instrument. It does not stop a purchase, but a lender wants the planning position confirmed rather than assumed, and it is far easier to establish before exchange than after. We check the status as a matter of course.
Can our SMSF be the buyer?
Yes, it is possible, and we arrange these. It is also one of the more intricate purchases in commercial finance, and the detail is what decides whether it works. The fund borrows under a limited recourse borrowing arrangement, so the property sits in a separate holding trust and the lender can only come after that one property. From 10 August 2026 a new arrangement can only be used for business real property: a property used wholly in a business generally qualifies, a property with a residence attached generally does not. Your operating company leases the property back from the fund, in writing, at market rent supported by an independent appraisal, and the rent has to actually be paid. Cross-collateralisation is not available inside super, so the fund needs its own deposit and the 100% LVR structures described elsewhere on this page do not work here. Standard commercial security inside a fund is generally available to 65% to 80% of the lender's valuation, with cash left in the fund after settlement. We know this sounds complicated, and we can assist to make things clearer. Reach out to our team and we will guide you through the entire process. We structure the finance, tell you which lenders will take a Penrith commercial property as SMSF security and on what terms, and bring in the SMSF specialists and licensed advisers who set the fund side up. You will not be working it out on your own. Get that right and it is a solid, compliant structure. Our business real property page sets out what that test requires and the situations that decide it.
How quickly can this settle?
A straightforward owner-occupier purchase with clean financials usually settles in four to six weeks, and can be as quick as two weeks where the documentation is ready at the start. Childcare, clinical fit-out and SMSF deals take longer. We give you a realistic timeline for your specific property before you commit to an exchange date.
Is a decline final?
Rarely. A decline from one lender does not mean the deal is not fundable, and in Penrith it frequently comes down to a valuation built on the wrong comparables or a lender with no appetite for a specialised asset. Non-bank and specialist commercial lenders take a different view. We will give you a straight assessment before proceeding.
What do you do that another broker would not?
Ardent Capital Group brings the same method to every client: execution and strategy, clear advice for smart lending, and long-term growth. That means the right lender, structure and timing, straight advice so you borrow with confidence, and today's deal built toward where you want to be tomorrow. We are specialists in helping business owners secure finance to purchase their own property, and we understand the complex structures that often sit around it, including multiple trusts, holding companies and self-managed super funds. In Penrith that method earns its keep at the valuation. With residential and industrial land moving in opposite directions locally, we make sure the valuer is working from the right sector's evidence before the instruction goes out. We have facilitated more than 1,000 commercial and residential mortgages and funded over $2B. Every figure is subject to serviceability, lender appetite and approval.
What does a lender want to see?
A typical application needs identification, the contract or property details, recent business and personal financials, tax returns, bank statements, and details of your entity or trust structure. A practice adds an accountant's letter. A childcare centre adds the licence and occupancy figures. A deferred matter parcel adds the planning certificate.
What LVR should we be expecting?
Standard commercial security reaches up to 80% of value, and medical, dental and veterinary borrowers reach the same on their own consulting rooms. Childcare is specialised and gears below that. Up to 100% of the purchase price is achievable where you add equity from a property you already own.
Is the advertised rate what we end up paying?
A commercial rate is set per file rather than off a shelf price. It moves with the premises and how specialised they are, the LVR, the loan size, the entity you borrow through, and whether the lender is verifying your full financials or just the lease. We will tell you the range your deal genuinely sits in before you spend anything, and where the levers are.
Do you charge fees for commercial mortgage broking?
Most of the time, no. Where a deal needs significant preparation or is unusually complex, a small mandate fee may apply, and we will always tell you plainly before any work begins.
What areas do you service?
Although we are based in Sydney, we service clients across all major Australian cities, including Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Adelaide, Canberra and Hobart, along with their surrounding regional areas. Wherever your commercial property is located, we can arrange your finance.
What other finance can you assist with?
Although our main speciality is property loans for business owners, we also assist with asset finance and working capital for Penrith businesses. On asset finance, that covers medical and dental equipment, workshop and hire plant, commercial vehicles and fit-out. On working capital, we arrange business overdrafts, lines of credit and cash-flow funding to cover stock, supplier payments and cash-flow gaps. We also arrange home loans, planned alongside your commercial borrowing: cross collateralisation, guarantees, shortfalls and trust income included. See home loans for business owners.
I have been a business owner for a few years, but this will be my first commercial loan. Are you beginner friendly?
Yes. That is our core ethos, helping you understand the right strategy, structure and clear advice from the very first conversation. Our main borrower profiles are established business owners and commercial property investors seeking finance from $50,000 upwards for their company, so a first commercial loan is well within our wheelhouse. Smaller sole-trader and consumer-style ABN lending sits outside our field.
Can you give financial advice?
No. Arranging finance and advising on financial products are two different disciplines, and we do the first. What we bring is the credit analysis lenders require, the structuring of the facility, and the strategy for putting your application in front of lenders whose appetite matches it.
Because we act as a credit representative under an Australian Credit Licence, we do not give financial product, superannuation, taxation or legal advice, and nothing we provide should be taken as such. Where your circumstances need that input, we are happy to work with your accountant, financial adviser and solicitor to understand the full picture before anything is submitted.
The information on this page is general in nature and does not take account of your objectives, financial situation or needs.












