CBRE, on behalf of the Brisbane City Council, are pleased to exclusively offer to market the School of Arts building at 166 Ann Street, one of Brisbane’s most significant heritage landmarks located in the Brisbane CBD.
Originally constructed in 1865, the Brisbane School of Arts has been an integral part of Brisbane’s cultural, educational and architectural fabric for more than 160 years. The 1,009sqm* site comprises 1,163sqm* of net lettable area across three levels and a basement, complimented by four carparks and 22 metres of frontage to Ann Street. This landmark building presents an opportunity to secure an irreplaceable asset in the heart of the Brisbane CBD.
Investment Highlights:
+ Iconic state heritage listed building steeped in history
+ Multiple potential uses including office, retail, food & beverage, education and entertainment (STCA)
+ Substantial existing built form allowing for adaptive reuse
+ Strategically positioned within Brisbane’s commercial core, moments from office, retail, hospitality & transport amenity
+ Sold with vacant possession
166 Ann Street is offered for sale via Tender Process closing Thursday 12 November 2026, 4pm (AEST).
Please contact the exclusive CBRE agents for further information.
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CBRE, on behalf of the Brisbane City Council, are pleased to exclusively offer to market the School of Arts building at 166 Ann Street, one of Brisbane’s most significant heritage landmarks located in the Brisbane CBD.
Originally constructed in 1865, the Brisbane School of Arts has been an integral part of Brisbane’s cultural, educational and architectural fabric for more than 160 years. The 1,009sqm* site comprises 1,163sqm* of net lettable area across three levels and a basement, complimented by four carparks and 22 metres of frontage to Ann Street. This landmark building presents an opportunity to secure an irreplaceable asset in the heart of the Brisbane CBD.
Investment Highlights:
+ Iconic state heritage listed building steeped in history
+ Multiple potential uses including office, retail, food & beverage, education and entertainment (STCA)
+ Substantial existing built form allowing for adaptive reuse
+ Strategically positioned within Brisbane’s commercial core, moments from office, retail, hospitality & transport amenity
+ Sold with vacant possession
166 Ann Street is offered for sale via Tender Process closing Thursday 12 November 2026, 4pm (AEST).
Please contact the exclusive CBRE agents for further information.
Remember to mention you found this property on CommercialReady
166 Ann Street, Brisbane City, QLD, 4000
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