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Retail Storefront with 10-Foot Ceilings
For Lease
$45 SF/Yr NNN

12 Essex St, Melrose, MA 02176

Newly constructed downtown retail unit features an open floor plan, 10'+ ceilings, and fully sprinkled fire protection.

Space SizeContact for details
Property Size1,600 SF
Days on Market76

Property Features for 12 Essex St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,600 SF
Property subtype COMMERCIAL
Zoning BA-1
Lease Type NNN

Additional Details

Sprinkler System Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $999

Amenities

Handicapped bathrooms
Open floor plan

Building Details

Building Size 1,600 SF
Year Built 2026
Listing Agency: Pondfield Commercial Group
Listed By: Jason Madden
Source: Allisonmazer
Added: Jun 25 Changed: Sep 4 Last Checked: Sep 7 at 8:42AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

A brand new construction retail storefront is being offered for rent with an open floor plan and 10'+ ceilings. The unit includes two handicapped-accessible bathrooms and is fully sprinkled. BA-1 zoning allows for a variety of commercial uses, and the space will be available at the end of April.

The property is located downtown Melrose, across from City Hall and just off Main Street.

This is expected to be a triple net lease, with estimated triple net expenses of $8/sf as a placeholder figure subject to change. The listed size is approximate and should be verified by the tenant.

Key Highlights

  • Brand new commercial unit (Year Built 2026) available at the end of April
  • Downtown Melrose location across from City Hall, just off Main Street
  • Open floor plan with 10'+ ceilings

Property Analytics

Current Use

Roü-Mi and Friends (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store The Melrose Collective (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Parking Lot & Garage Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Parts Store Daycare Center Locksmith

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Yes
Sprinkler system
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,430
Businesses Nearby
74k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Groceries 42% Shops & Services 30% Dining 25% Leisure 1%
Shaw's Supermarket Groceries
31,118 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Starbucks Dining
9,356 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Mobil Shops & Services
8,056 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
7,450 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Bank of America Shops & Services
7,063 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 02176, MA

29,817
Population
12,724
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
62%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
4.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,344
Density / Sq Mi
$126,854
Median Household Income
$80,293
Median Earnings
$1,933
Median Rent
$796,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region

6% 2019
7.1% 2020
6.5% 2021
6% 2022
5.7% 2023
5.6% 2024
6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Newly constructed downtown retail unit features an open floor plan, 10'+ ceilings, and fully sprinkled fire protection.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 12 Essex St Melrose, MA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $45 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Brand new commercial unit (Year Built 2026) available at the end of April; Downtown Melrose location across from City Hall, just off Main Street; Open floor plan with 10'+ ceilings
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