Sama Investment Group, a Birmingham-based developer and investor, has announced that it is partnering with Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH), for the sale of its Lawson Street purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) properties.

The scheme – which offers 184 studios in an eight-storey building – is located at the corner of Lawson Street and Staniforth Street in Birmingham’s city centre, is 150 yards away from Aston University and Birmingham City University’s campus is also located nearby, providing an ideal location.
A range of amenities are on offer for the students living there, including a gym, yoga room, games room, lounge, study area, communal garden, roof terrace and communal lounges on the upper floors. 

The appointment with a major City agent marks another important milestone for Sama, and is a strategic move for Sama as its proposals for 1 Lancaster Circus progress through the planning process.

Commenting on the news, Bilal Ahmed, Executive Chairman & Founder at Sama Investments, said:

“We carefully selected Lawson Street to deliver market-leading returns to our clients and investors alike, and anticipate strong interest. It offers the opportunity to capture market demand, with the plans for the scheme also supporting and retaining the identity of the surrounding area.
“We pride ourselves on being specialists in breathing new life into brownfield real estate across Britain’s regions, creating long-lasting value for investors and communities.”

Simon Wilson, Senior Director and Head of Living & Capital Markets at LSH said:

“We are delighted to be able to work with Sama Investment Group to bring this exciting PBSA scheme to market which will add some much-needed stock to Birmingham’s thriving student population. It is our belief that this is the right location to explore the potential for co-living with the City Council”

Richard Durkin, Director of Capital Markets, Birmingham at LSH added:

“The combination of quality accommodation in an outstanding location makes this scheme an attractive and excellent investment opportunity particularly when you consider the strength of the residential market within Birmingham.”