The historic Gawler Mill which has been listed for sale. Picture: Brian Webber
Source: adelaidenow

THE upper levels of the Gawler Mill could be converted into apartments or offices after the 160-year-old building was placed on the market.

The State Heritage-listed former mill, which was built in 1855 at the southern entrance to Murray St, was listed for sale by Ray White Real Estate last month.

Owner Marielena McKay, who is selling the mill for personal reasons, hoped the new owner would develop the building while maintaining its historical facade.

“When my father bought it (in the late 1980s) he had a vision,” Miss McKay said.

“He loved the thought of developing the precinct to bring life to the old buildings … and keeping some of the heritage.”

The four-storey building operated as a flour mill until 1917, despite being gutted by a fire and rebuilt in 1915.

The ground floor was converted into a restaurant in 1974.

Five businesses, including the Salvation Army, Believe Hairdressers and La Dolce Vita restaurant, still operate from the site.

Miss McKay said the loft of the mill, which is not in use, could be renovated to incorporate residential apartments or offices.

“Once you look behind the walls you understand the massiveness of the building,” she said.

“The stonework is lovely.

“There are stunning parts of the building that are not exposed.”

Miss McKay said the leases of tenants in the mill would be maintained after it was sold.

Registrations of interest close on June 6.

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