The historic Baskerville House in Birmingham, a landmark office building dating back to the 1930s, has been sold to a privately owned overseas purchaser. The grade II-listed property in Centenary Square comprises over 195,000 sq ft.

A landmark Birmingham office building which dates back to the 1930s and fronts one of the principal public squares in the city centre has been sold.

ACRE Capital Real Estate launched the sale of Baskerville House, a grade II-listed property which totals more than 195,000 sq ft, on behalf of Federated Hermes in January.

Located in the historic Centenary Square, Baskerville House is located a few minutes’ walk from Grand Central and New Street station.

Earlier this month it was reported by Insider Media that the site had been sold to an unnamed buyer.

JLL director Ben Kelly has now confirmed the deal. On LinkedIn, he said: "JLL is pleased to confirm (rather belatedly) that we have successfully advised a privately owned overseas purchaser on the acquisition of Baskerville House, Birmingham - one of the largest big six office transactions to close during 2025.

"Fantastic performance from our client who exchanged contracts within two weeks of agreement of terms. A really refreshing change from the extended deal timelines that have become the norm.

"Quick deals can be done with commitment and focus. Congratulations to all those involved, and special mention to Howard Kennedy on the legals who were impeccable."