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Historical Railway Exchange Retail Space

231 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee, WI 53202

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$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:
54
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

Listing office Milwaukee

Listing date May 19, 2026

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

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.

Key Highlights

  • Historical significance as former Chicago & Northwestern Railway headquarters.
  • Prime location on the corner of Broadway & Wisconsin Ave.
  • Elegant white marble lobby.

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Current Use by Public Records

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Suggested Use

Auto Parts Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Tanning Salon HVAC Service Carpet & Flooring Store

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

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.
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