Freehold Former Bank Opportunity with Immediate Asset Management Opportunities
Vacant former bank building
Prominent position on High Street in Smethwick town centre
Approx. 377.42 sq. m. (4,063 sq. ft.) arranged over ground, basement, first and second floors
Potential for alternative uses (subject to planning)
Nearby occupiers a range of local independent retailers and service businesses
Not elected for VAT
Lot 27
Auction 11th December 2025
Vacant Possession
Status Sold
Price £697,000
Sector Retail, Bank, Development
Auction Venue Live Streamed Auction
On Behalf of NatWest Bank
Property Information
Location
Miles
4 miles west of Birmingham city centre, 6 miles east of Dudley
Roads
A457, A4031, M5 (Junction 1)
Rail
Smethwick Rolfe Street Railway Station
Air
Birmingham International Airport
Situation
Smethwick is a busy suburban town located approximately four miles west of Birmingham city centre. The property is prominently situated on the southern side of High Street, close to its junction with Rolfe Street, in the heart of Smethwick town centre. The surrounding area comprises a mix of local independent retailers, cafés and service-based businesses, providing a strong neighbourhood trading environment.
Tenure
Freehold.
Location
Miles
4 miles west of Birmingham city centre, 6 miles east of Dudley
Roads
A457, A4031, M5 (Junction 1)
Rail
Smethwick Rolfe Street Railway Station
Air
Birmingham International Airport
Situation
Smethwick is a busy suburban town located approximately four miles west of Birmingham city centre. The property is prominently situated on the southern side of High Street, close to its junction with Rolfe Street, in the heart of Smethwick town centre. The surrounding area comprises a mix of local independent retailers, cafés and service-based businesses, providing a strong neighbourhood trading environment.
Tenure
Freehold.
Description
The property is a former bank building arranged over ground, basement, first and second floors. The property benefits from a prominent frontage onto High Street and rear access.
VAT
Not elected for VAT
Note
This sale is conditional and is subject to confirmation by the Seller. Please see further details within the Special Conditions of Sale.
EPC
The EPC will be available to view online in the solicitor’s legal pack.
Description
The property is a former bank building arranged over ground, basement, first and second floors. The property benefits from a prominent frontage onto High Street and rear access.
VAT
Not elected for VAT
Note
This sale is conditional and is subject to confirmation by the Seller. Please see further details within the Special Conditions of Sale.
EPC
The EPC will be available to view online in the solicitor’s legal pack.
Tenancy & Accommodation
Floor
Use
Floor Areas Approx sq m
Floor Areas Approx sq ft
Tenant
Ground Basement First Second
Former Bank Ancillary Ancillary Ancillary
146.70 Not Measured 118.70 112.02
(1,579) Not Measured (1,278) (1,206)
VACANT
Total
377.42
(4,063)
N.B. The floor areas stated above are those published by the Valuation Office Agency (www.voa.gov.uk).
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