Former Maypole Methodist Church, Sladepool Farm Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 5DJ
Freehold former Methodist church in Kings Heath
Guide price*
£345,000+
Plus fees
Sold for £1,100,000
Lot information
Commercial Vacant
Auction details:
Thursday 12th September 2024 @ 08:30AM
A vacant freehold Church premises within an established residential neighbourhood
Property Description
A spacious single storey building of brick construction with pitched tiled roofs, originally dating from the early 1960's with additions in the 1980's. The accommodation is configured to provide an entrance lobby, main worship hall, offices, meeting rooms, stores, accessible WC, ladies and gents WC's. The accommodation extends to approximately 4,820 sq. ft (447.9 sq. m). The property stands on a site extending to approximately 0.475 acres including a car park to the side and rear. We understand there is a restrictive covenant on the land prohibiting uses other than for religious purposes. All interested parties should refer to the legal pack for their own verification.Location
The property benefits from a prominent position fronting the southern side of Sladepool Farm Road, near it's junction with the main A435 Alcester Road South, a busy arterial route linking the suburbs of Maypole, Kings Heath and Moseley with Birmingham City Centre approximately 5 miles to the north and provides access to the Midlands Motorway network via junction 3 of the M42 motorway a short distance south of the property.Tenure
Freehold – Vacant possession upon completion.Value Added Tax
We understand VAT is not chargeable on this transaction.Auctioneer's Note
Please note no offers will be considered prior to the Auction Sale.Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the Auctioneers.Accommodation
| Unit | Sq.m. | Sq.ft. |
|---|---|---|
| Sq. m | Sq. ft | |
| Entrance Lobby | 21.7 | 233 |
| Main Worship Hall including Vestry | 200.0 | 2,162 |
| Stores | 44.1 | 474 |
| Store | 10.5 | 113 |
| WC's | 30.1 | 324 |
| Front Lobby | 11.5 | 124 |
| Kitchen | 20.3 | 219 |
| Meeting Room 1 | 24.3 | 261 |
| Meeting Room 2 | 61.7 | 664 |
| Bin Store | 6.0 | 64 |
| Corridors | 16.9 | 182 |
| Total GIA (approx) | 447.9 | 4,820 |
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