Victorian shopping arcade in the Black Country on the market for £4.95 million

Walsall’s historic Victorian Arcade is on the market with a guide price of £4.95 million.

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The retail and leisure arcade located between Bradford Street and Lower Hall Lane in Walsall town centre is listed for sale with London based M3M Real Estate.

Walsall's Victorian Arcade which has been put up for sale
Walsall's Victorian Arcade which has been put up for sale

Sales particulars describe the property as a high yield retail and residential investment opportunity offering “immediate returns and enduring growth prospects”.

The 33,002 sq ft arcade is Grade II listed and features a barrel-vaulted glass roof.

Inside Walsall's Victorian Arcade
Inside Walsall's Victorian Arcade

It was designed by architect Jonathon Ellis and built between 1895 and 1897 on the site of the medieval Shambles, a meat market and timber yard, and was originally known as Digbeth Arcade.

The roof in Walsall's Grade II listed Victorian Arcade
The roof in Walsall's Grade II listed Victorian Arcade

Sales particulars describe it as a “thriving retail and leisure destination surrounded by major shopping centres, transport hubs, and high footfall”.

Walsall's Victorian Arcade - exterior view
Walsall's Victorian Arcade - exterior view

They add: “This investment combines stability from established national tenants with robust residential income and clear upside through redevelopment potential. 

Walsall's Victorian Arcade
Walsall's Victorian Arcade

“Current net annual income exceeds £570,000, supported by a diversified tenant mix across retail, food, services, and housing. With leases extending to 2035, planned HMO expansion, and new apartment developments, investors can expect strong yields and long-term capital appreciation.”

The historic Victorian Arcade in Walsall
The historic Victorian Arcade in Walsall

It was previously listed for sale in 2023 with offers of more than £5.75 million invited.

Interested parties can find out more on rightmove.co.uk or contact M3M Real Estate.