Historic Art Deco
1904 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Downtown Omaha commercial space in historic building with modern amenities.
Type:Retail
Property size:
5,994 SF- Added:
- Mar 25, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 57
- Last Refresh:
- Mar 18 at 8:42 am
Property Features for 1904 Farnam Street
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Size
- 5,994 SF
- Property subtype
- Retail
Listing agent Nicholas Weideman License #20150778
Listing office CBRE | Omaha (402) 697-5851
Listing date Mar 25, 2026
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HighLights
- Historic Art Deco landmark building, originally built in 1927, with recent $25MM renovation.
- Prime downtown location at the corner of 19th and Farnam Streets.
- High walk score (92) indicating excellent walkability.
- Proximity to new development and public transportation.
- Convenient access to parking.
- Located near the Flatiron District, courthouse, retail, services, entertainment, and office spaces.
Overview
The historic Art Deco-style Service Life Building, designed by John Latenser and Sons and built in 1927, is a designated downtown landmark. Originally the Union State Bank building, it has primarily served as office space for nearly a century. As of June 2024, the property is undergoing a $25 million development, with estimated completion in September 2025, to create 54 residential units and 5,000 square feet of commercial space. The commercial space will consist of two office suites and a new breakfast/lunch restaurant concept. The building is situated on the northwest corner of 19th and Farnam Streets in Omaha's Central Business District, just north of the Flatiron District, near the courthouse and various amenities including retail, services, entertainment, and offices. The location is near new development, dense residential areas, and public transportation, including direct access to the proposed Modern Streetcar. The property has a high walk score of 92, a transit score of 50, and a bike score of 70. It is zoned Central Business District with Area of Civic Importance overlay (CBDACI- 1(PL)-*LL). In addition to on-street, metered parking, there are two parking garages located within one block of the building. The property offers 5,994 square feet of space and is suitable for commercial use.
Property Profile
Insight Report
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Gross John J
Law Firm
Fogarty Lund & Gross
Law Firm
Paralegal Power Co.
Law Firm
Josco Sales
Employment Agency
O!Language
High School
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Omaha
- County
- Sarpy
- State
- Nebraska
- Longitude
- -95.9414475
- Latitude
- 41.2577689
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Retail space - Downtown Omaha commercial space in historic building with modern amenities.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1904 Farnam Street Omaha, NE.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $18 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic Art Deco landmark building, originally built in 1927, with recent $25MM renovation.; Prime downtown location at the corner of 19th and Farnam Streets.; High walk score (92) indicating excellent walkability.
