Shop 146, Adelaide Arcade

by | Oct 9, 2025

Brightly lit room with white walls and a balcony in front of it.

This charming heritage space is waiting for a unique new concept!

Brightly lit room with white walls and a balcony in front of it.

Could the iconic Adelaide Arcade be home to your next chapter?

The space

Small but mighty, this charming tenancy sits on the first floor of the iconic Adelaide Arcade. With gorgeous brick detail, great window frontage and a handy kitchenette at the rear, this super versatile spot is ready to be transformed. Dreaming up a boutique, studio, gallery or hybrid concept? Look no further than this little gem!

The location

Adelaide Arcade is perhaps the city’s most beautiful shopping destination – a heritage treasure that connects bustling Rundle Mall and Grenfell Street. With its ornate heritage details and glass skylights, the arcade is home to a thriving collection of independent makers and retailers.

You’ll be in good company, surrounded by a strong community of Renew Adelaide-supported concepts and program graduates, including kitsch connoisseur Frida Las Vegas, independent publishing powerhouse Pink Shorts Press, contemporary boutique GALERI and iconic fruit and nut shop Ditters, alongside vintage fashion hotspots Dulcie’s Vintage and Finding Nina.

Who you are

We’re on the hunt for a concept that brings a touch of curiosity to this character space, offering a “destination” element to bring foot traffic to the upper level of Adelaide Arcade. Are you dreaming up a gourmet providore, a ceramics studio-meets-retail-experience, a fashion atelier or a small gallery like Regent Arcade’s The Little Machine?

Shop 146 could also suit a mixed-use or shared model – perfect for creative collaborators who want to blend making, showing and selling. If you’ve got an idea that you think is the perfect fit, we want to hear from you!

Space details

  • Shop 146, Adelaide Arcade
  • Retail / studio / arts
  • 33sqm
    • Historic building
    • Large window frontage
    • High ceilings
    • Private kitchenette
    • Close proximity to shared amenities
    • Surrounded by a thriving business community
    • Wednesday 22 October @ 4.30pm
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  • Sunday 2 November @ 11.59pm
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For tips on what to include your application, check out our application guide.

Frequently asked questions

Q

How does the Renew Adelaide program work?

A

We partner with property owners and agents to offer rent-free spaces to emerging businesses, allowing them to test their concept in the Adelaide CBD. You can read more about our program on the how it works page.

Q

How long is the rent-free period?

A

This differs with each space but the minimum term is a 30-day rolling licence. This means the licence continues each month, up until you or the lessor chooses to end the licence, giving 30 days notice. In some cases, we can negotiate a fixed rent-free period with our property partner anywhere up to 12 months, depending on your concept and the property owner’s goals.

Q

What is the benefit of being on the Renew program?

A

In addition to the rent-free space, Renew Adelaide acts as a support system for new ventures and can help in areas you might not have experience in – whether it’s budgeting, marketing, visual merchandising or legal. Becoming a Renew Adelaide venture also provides you with greater exposure through our marketing channels.

Q

How do I apply for this space?

A

If you’re interested in this space, we recommend you come along to an inspection to ask any questions you might have. From there, you can submit an application form via our website. Visit how to apply for full details on the application process.

Q

Can I apply without an inspection?

A

We strongly encourage you to attend an inspection, however, if you’re unable to attend you can still apply. If you are successful in progressing to the next stage of the application process we can arrange a private inspection.

Q

I’ve missed the application deadline, can I still apply?

A

If you see a space online but have missed the application deadline, it’s best to reach out to us to see if we’re still able to accept your application. Please be mindful we may be far along in the application process and may not be able to accept late applications. To avoid disappointment, please sign up to our mailing list on our website to be notified when new properties are available.

Love the space but isn’t right for you?

We’d love to hear about your concept and what kind of space you’re looking for. Share them with us via our expression of interest form here.

Need further information?

For more information about the Renew Adelaide program and the application process head to Who we are and How it works. If you have further questions we’re always happy to chat with you at the inspection or you can get in touch with us via the form below.

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