An "iconic" art deco building in the heart of Portswood is looking for a new business to call home. 

The former Blockbuster building on Portswood Road is on the market to let at a cost of £70,000 per year. 

A spokesperson for Keygrove, which is marketing the building, said: "This iconic property comprises a large ground floor retail unit with staff kitchen, WC's and a storage basement. 

"There is a 1,494 square foot first floor office with independent access which can be included or let separately."

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As reported in the Echo in December 2023, the building was previously home to a group of squatters.

The group moved out last year.

Councillor for Portswood and St Denys, Cllr John Savage, said: "It would be great if we could see some kind of facility for the community. 

"The building has really great northern light which I think would make for a great gallery space - possibly with a café."

In 2019, plans to turn the site into 64 student flats was thrown out by the council.