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1252 Main St, Springfield, MA 01103

First-floor space under renovation and built out as a bar/restaurant with exposed brick and architectural detail.

Property Size1,473 SF
Price / SF$0.03
Days on Market97

Property Features for 1252 Main St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,473 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1880
Listing Agency: Pioneer CRE
Listed By: Paul Bongiorni · License #9575704
Source: Lockandkeyre
Added: Jul 16 Changed: Oct 19 Last Checked: Oct 19 at 9:22AM

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First-floor commercial space is available for lease within the historic 1252 Main building in downtown Springfield. The space is currently under renovation and is being built out as a bar/restaurant. Interior character includes exposed brick and architectural detail throughout, offering a distinctive setting for food and drink service.

The building is positioned next to Court Square and across from City Hall, Symphony Hall, One Financial Plaza, and the MassMutual Center. It is also adjacent to ThirtyOne Elm, a recently completed mixed-use redevelopment project. Visibility and exposure are supported by event-driven foot traffic in the Court Square and MassMutual Center area.

Additional accessibility is highlighted by proximity to I-91, along with nearby regional draws including MGM Casino and the Basketball Hall of Fame, supporting consistent visitor flow throughout the year.

Key Highlights

  • Historic 1880 building, 1252 Main, with first‑floor commercial space for lease
  • Under renovation and being built out as a bar/restaurant
  • Features exposed brick and architectural detail throughout

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$19,726
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$394,520 $394.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$281,800 $281.8K
Cap Rate 9%
$219,178 $219.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,473 SF
Gross rent
$28.3K $19.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.0K −$1.34/SF
EGI
$26.3K $17.86/SF
− OpEx
−$6.6K −$4.46/SF
NOI
$19.7K $13.39/SF
Area
Springfield, MA
Vacancy
7.00%
Lease Rate
$19.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$394,520
Cap Rate 7%
$281,800
Cap Rate 9%
$219,178

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$281.8K
$246.6K – $328.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,726 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 40,257.14%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$400.0K
$350.0K – $466.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $27,999 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 57,140.82%
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Current Use

Altagracia Oil Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Garden Center Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Furniture & Home Goods Storage Facility

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
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,758
Businesses Nearby
93k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 60% Leisure 24% Shops & Services 13% Hotels & Casinos 4%
Regal MGM Springfield Leisure
22,010 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Starbucks Dining
18,583 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Burger King Dining
16,461 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
11,451 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Wahlburgers Dining
9,084 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 01103, MA

2,545
Population
1,728
Households
1.5
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
82%
High-School Grad
0.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,363
Density / Sq Mi
$21,458
Median Household Income
$38,156
Median Earnings
$1,053
Median Rent
$148,000
Median Home Value
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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?
Bar & Pub - First-floor space under renovation and built out as a bar/restaurant with exposed brick and architectural detail.
Where is this bar & pub located?
The property is located at 1252 Main St Springfield, MA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic 1880 building, 1252 Main, with first‑floor commercial space for lease; Under renovation and being built out as a bar/restaurant; Features exposed brick and architectural detail throughout
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