Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, we arrange commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance for property professionals across Rugby and Warwickshire.
Direct relationships with executives and board members of the UK's leading lenders
Former Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland professionals who understand lender criteria inside-out
Direct relationships with lender decision-makers for faster approvals and better terms
Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
“Strategic logistics location at motorway hub. Famous school. Growing residential market with London commuters.”
— CMB Market Analysis
Rugby town centre regeneration; Elliotts Field retail park; South West Rugby housing (5,000 homes); Rugby Gateway mixed-use; DIRFT expansion; Houlton housing (6,200 homes on former radio station site)
| Property Type | Prime / Grade A | Secondary | Market Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | £16 psf | £8 psf | £8 - £16 psf |
| Retail / Shop | £33 psf | £20 psf | £20 - £33 psf |
| Industrial | £8 psf | £4 psf | £4 - £8 psf |
| Warehouse / Logistics | £6 psf | £9 psf | £6 - £9 psf |
Market estimates based on Q1 2026 regional benchmarking data. For accurate valuations, contact us for a detailed assessment.
Indicative gross yields. Actual returns depend on property condition, lease terms, and tenant covenant strength.
Investor appetite for Rugby commercial property remains steady, with industrial & logistics assets attracting the most interest.
Representative transactions reflecting current market activity. Prices are guide values based on comparable evidence.
Serviced office premises, town centre
Ground floor shop with A1 use, Brownsover
Manufacturing unit with loading, Bilton
Modern warehouse with dock-level loading
Buy-to-let residential portfolio, 15 units, Rugby Town Centre
Shop with maisonette above, town centre
Market estimates based on Q1 2026 regional benchmarking. For accurate valuations, contact us.
Founder & Principal Broker
With a career spanning Lloyds Bank, Bank of Scotland, and a partnership in a corporate finance business, Matt brings institutional-grade expertise to every deal in Rugby. Currently a board advisor to a pension administrator and trustee with £3.9bn of assets under advisory, Matt has raised over £300m of capital for property professionals across the UK.
View Full ProfileRugby presents development opportunities linked to Rugby town centre regeneration. Growing demand from the Logistics & Distribution (DIRFT/Magna Park) sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.
Good appetite. Logistics covenants valued.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Rugby and the wider Warwickshire region, from commercial property purchases to development and refurbishment projects.
Rugby is the birthplace of the sport that carries its name, where William Webb Ellis first picked up the ball at Rugby School in 1823. The commercial property market benefits from strong demand across Logistics & Distribution (DIRFT/Magna Park), Manufacturing (GE/Alstom), Retail sectors, creating diverse occupier interest and reducing single-sector risk. With average yields of 5.8% and 14.5% price growth over five years, Rugby offers compelling returns for commercial property investors. Excellent connectivity via Avanti West Coast to London (50 mins)/Birmingham (30 mins) supports tenant demand and underpins long-term property values. Ongoing regeneration activity, including Rugby town centre regeneration, further enhances the investment outlook and signals sustained public and private sector confidence.
Limited stock of institutional-grade commercial property in Rugby means investors often need to consider value-add strategies. Planning timelines and local authority capacity can extend development schedules beyond initial expectations.
Rugby's commercial property landscape has been shaped by Rugby town centre regeneration. Growth in the Logistics & Distribution (DIRFT/Magna Park) sector has driven notable investment activity, with occupier demand supporting new development and refurbishment projects across the area.
Planning applications in Rugby are managed by Warwickshire council, which has adopted a pro-growth stance supporting commercial and mixed-use development. Local plan policies favour brownfield regeneration and town centre investment, with a streamlined approach to permitted development rights for office-to-residential conversions.
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We provide commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance throughout Warwickshire.
Commercial mortgage services available across Rugby and surrounding areas. View larger map
Office rents in Rugby range from approximately £8 per square foot for secondary space up to £16 per square foot for Grade A accommodation. Grade B office space, which represents the bulk of the market, typically commands around £12 per square foot. These figures are based on Q1 2026 regional market benchmarking.
Investment yields in Rugby vary by property type and grade. Current indicative yields are: offices at 6.15%-8.01%, retail at 6.81%-9.67%, industrial at 6.56%-8.72%, residential single-let at 6.32%. Prime yields are typically lower, reflecting stronger covenant strength and location quality. Contact us for a detailed yield analysis for your target property type.
Rugby's commercial property market includes offices, retail units, industrial premises, warehouses and logistics units, residential investment blocks. We arrange finance across all commercial property types, from standard office and retail purchases to specialist assets requiring tailored lending solutions.
Residential investment blocks in Rugby typically trade at around £154,400 per unit, or approximately £265 per square foot. Blocks of 4-24 units are the most common size bracket for private investors. Yields for single-let apartments average 6.32%. We can arrange commercial mortgages for blocks of 4+ units through specialist BTL lenders.