Ryan Green and his girlfriend purchased an old, abandoned bank to renovate and turn into a storefront and home. The couple saw the North Wales bank, located in the neighborhood where Green grew up, and knew they wanted to purchase the “empty shell” to create something special. Despite facing technical difficulties during the auction, Green submitted a successful bid of roughly $34,000 and acquired the property. Thirty days later, they received the keys to their new bank with the hopes of transforming it into a home.
After 12 years of being vacant, the old bank required extensive renovations. The space had new double-glazed windows, a new roof, and a new bathroom and kitchen installed. Seventy-five percent of the walls were removed, and additional upgrades such as a new ceiling, heating, rewiring, and a fire alarm were necessary to make the space livable. Green explained on social media that the renovation process was challenging due to the numerous issues the space faced. However, after six months and roughly $65,000 spent, they were able to move into their new two-bedroom apartment while retaining the original bank storefront.
With the front half of the property now operating as a home interior store, the couple has moved out and begun their next renovation project – a block of apartments near the coast. Green revealed his plans to also renovate a 12-acre farm and create a glamping resort. The long-term goal for them is to establish a dog rescue sanctuary using the profits from their various ventures. Their passion for renovating properties and creating unique spaces drives them to continue taking on challenging projects and building their dream of helping animals in need.
Despite technical difficulties during the auction process, Ryan Green and his girlfriend successfully purchased an abandoned bank in North Wales with the intention of turning it into a combination storefront and home. After years of sitting empty, the building required extensive renovations, including new windows, a roof, a bathroom, and a kitchen. Green detailed the challenges they faced during the renovation process, but after six months and a significant investment of around $65,000, they were able to move into their new two-bedroom apartment while maintaining the original bank storefront space.
The couple has since moved on to their next project, renovating a block of apartments near the coast. They have ambitious plans to renovate a 12-acre farm and establish a glamping resort as part of their long-term goal to create a dog rescue sanctuary with the proceeds from their various ventures. Their dedication to transforming properties and creating unique living spaces reflects their commitment to making a positive impact on their community and helping animals in need in the future.
Ryan Green and his longtime girlfriend purchased an abandoned bank in the neighborhood where Green grew up with the goal of creating something special. Facing technical difficulties during the auction process, Green successfully secured the property for roughly $34,000 and began the extensive renovation process. The couple turned the old bank into a functioning storefront and home, with the front half of the property now operating as a home interior store while the back serves as their apartment. Their passion for renovating properties and creating unique living spaces has led them to take on challenging projects and pursue their dream of establishing a dog rescue sanctuary with the profits from their ventures.
