Vita Group has acquired a 1.28-acre site at 20 India Street, Glasgow from City Property Glasgow (Investments) LLP. The developer secured planning application to convert the site into a purpose-built student accommodation scheme in December 2024.
Vita will convert the scheme into 591 PBSA beds. Designed by architect Sheppard Robson, the development will transform the site of the former Strathclyde Regional Council office, which has been vacant since 2015, into a vibrant residential and community hub.
Amenities include social and study spaces, a gym, café-style lounges, housekeeping, and 24/7 security. Planning permission also includes a block of 20 affordable homes with private gardens.
Residents will also benefit from a secure, enclosed courtyard and two landscaped roof terraces, providing private external amenity space. Vita Group has already commenced works on site, with completion anticipated in 2027.
Andrew Johnston, asset manager at City Property Glasgow (Investments) LLP, said: “We’re delighted to confirm the sale of 20 India Street to Vita Group. This area of the city has seen major investment recently and this development will contribute significantly by transforming a site which has been vacant for 10 years and providing sought after student accommodation. This transaction contributes to the growth of opportunity and prosperity for Glasgow and helps City Property in achieving our ambition to positively invest in the city’s economy.”
Mark Oakes, chief commercial officer at Vita Group, said: “Over the last 12 months we’ve been working with the local community, councillors and a broad spectrum of stakeholders to shape the plans for 20 India Street, breathing new life into this brownfield site with plans for affordable housing, student accommodation and new commercial opportunities at this important site.”
CBRE advised City Property Glasgow.
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