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    231 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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    For Lease
    $2,468/Mo $8 SF/Yr (calc)

    Retail space available in historic Railway Exchange building.

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    3,468 SF
    Added:
    May 19, 2026
    Days on Market:
    8
    Last Refresh:
    May 19 at 3:35 am

    Property Features for 231 E Wisconsin Ave

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    3,468 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail

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    Listing Contact
    Blake Gaffney
    Blake Gaffney

    Listing agent Blake Gaffney License #97345-94

    Listing office Milwaukee

    Listing date May 19, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Historical significance as former Chicago & Northwestern Railway headquarters.
    • Prime location on the corner of Broadway & Wisconsin Ave.
    • Elegant white marble lobby.
    • Original porcelain tile floor.
    • Open wrought‑iron stairways.
    • Magnificent 12‑story structure and beloved addition to Milwaukee’s skyline.

    Overview

    The Railway Exchange building, located on the corner of Broadway & Wisconsin Ave, formerly served as the headquarters of the Chicago & Northwestern Railway in the early 1900s. Its historical significance and elegance are showcased through the building's white marble lobby, original porcelain tile floor, and open wrought-iron stairways. This 12-story structure has been a prominent addition to Milwaukee’s skyline. The available retail space offers 3468 square feet.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Pita Pit Take-out & Catering Culture Bridge Tours Travel Agency Work For Wisconsin Social Service Agency Playbill Flats Apartment Building Majestic Loft Apartments Apartment Building

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Pharmacy Big Box & Wholesale Store

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Milwaukee
    County
    Milwaukee
    State
    Wisconsin
    Longitude
    -87.9139702
    Latitude
    43.0384643

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Retail space available in historic Railway Exchange building.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 231 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee, WI.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $2,468 /Mo.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Historical significance as former Chicago & Northwestern Railway headquarters.; Prime location on the corner of Broadway & Wisconsin Ave.; Elegant white marble lobby.
    (262) 490-9309
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    Listing Contact
    Blake Gaffney
    Blake Gaffney
    Real Estate License ID: 97345-94
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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