Renovated Historic Commercial
1120 SE Madison Street, Portland, OR 97214
Beautifully renovated historic building in desirable Southeast Portland location.
Type:Office
- Added:
- Nov 25, 2025
- Days on Market:
- 177
- Last Refresh:
- Apr 5 at 10:11 pm
Property Features for 1120 SE Madison Street
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Property subtype
- Office
Building Details
- Year Built
- 1923
Listing agent Kevin VandenBrink License #OR #990200037 (503) 972-7289
Listing office Macadam Forbes (503) 972-7289
Listing date Nov 25, 2025
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HighLights
- Prime location at the entrance to the Central Eastside Industrial District, near Hawthorne Blvd and 12th Ave, in a highly desirable and trendy area.
- Extensive renovation with full seismic upgrade and building systems replacement, ensuring structural integrity and modern functionality.
- Flexible EXd zoning allowing for a full complement of office and retail uses.
- Unique historical significance as a former Fred Meyer bakery and candy manufacturing facility.
- Dedicated on‑site parking and recessed loading facility.
- Clearspan, bow truss roof systems providing open and adaptable interior space.
Overview
This beautifully renovated historic commercial building is located between the Buckman and Ladd's Addition neighborhoods in Southeast Portland. Originally constructed in 1938 for the Fred Meyer Company as a bakery and candy manufacturing facility, the site was formerly Hawthorne Springs Park, and a culverted spring still flows beneath the building. The current owner completed an extensive renovation, including a full seismic upgrade and replacement of building systems, accompanied by a zone change from IG1 to EXd, which allows for a full range of office and retail uses. The building is situated at the entrance to the southeast corner of the Central Eastside Industrial District along Hawthorne Boulevard and 12th Avenue. Transit and bike paths provide easy access from nearby neighborhoods. Signage opportunities are available on the building. The property features clearspan, bow truss roof systems, a recessed loading facility, a shower facility, and dedicated on-site parking. Basement storage is available, and furniture is potentially available. This property presents a unique opportunity to own or occupy a full block at the gateway to one of Portland's most desirable commercial districts. The location is ideal for companies seeking a presence in a trendy area.
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Liquid Agency
Advertising Agency
52 Limited
Employment Agency
SBD Agency
Advertising Agency
McCain Vocational Consulting
Consultant
XO Agency
Advertising Agency
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Portland
- County
- Washington
- State
- Oregon
- Longitude
- -122.654
- Latitude
- 45.5126
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Office building - Beautifully renovated historic building in desirable Southeast Portland location.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 1120 SE Madison Street Portland, OR.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location at the entrance to the Central Eastside Industrial District, near Hawthorne Blvd and 12th Ave, in a highly desirable and trendy area.; Extensive renovation with full seismic upgrade and building systems replacement, ensuring structural integrity and modern functionality.; Flexible EXd zoning allowing for a full complement of office and retail uses.
