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285 Elm St, Westfield, MA 01085

Historic 5,812 SF mixed-use building in high-visibility downtown location.

Property Size5,400 SF
Lot Size0.30 Acres
Price / SF$83.33
Days on Market370

Property Features for 285 Elm St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 5,400 SF
Lot size 0.30 Acres
Property subtype Retail
Zoning BA

Building Details

Year Built 1890
Buildings 1
Stories 1
Listing Agency: SR Commercial Realty
Listed By: Jeremy Casey · License #9585695
Source: Crexi
Added: Aug 13, 2025 Changed: Aug 13 Last Checked: Aug 7 at 9:43AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic building, dating back to 1890, is located in downtown Westfield. The property has undergone recent capital expenditure improvements and offers approximately 5,812 square feet of space. Situated in a high-visibility setting on Elm Street, the 0.30-acre lot provides flexible use options, including retail and flex space with high ceilings. This property presents an opportunity in the heart of the Pioneer Valley. The property is suitable for a business seeking a flagship storefront, an investor looking for mixed-use potential, or a redeveloper aiming to reimagine the space.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location on high‑visibility Elm Street in downtown Westfield
  • Historic 1890 building with approximately 5,812 sq ft of space
  • Flexible use options including retail and flex space

Property Analytics

Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Garden Center Veterinary Clinic Butcher Carpet & Flooring Store

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,120
Businesses Nearby
83k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 64% Dining 28% Home Improvements & Furnishings 8%
Burger King Dining
15,876 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Mobil Shops & Services
10,541 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Cumberland Farms Shops & Services
8,480 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Dollar Tree Shops & Services
8,371 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Citgo Shops & Services
7,523 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 01085, MA

41,529
Population
17,054
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
33%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
59.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
696
Density / Sq Mi
$83,821
Median Household Income
$44,737
Median Earnings
$1,064
Median Rent
$296,300
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 - Historic 5,812 SF mixed-use building in high-visibility downtown location.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 285 Elm St Westfield, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $450,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location on high‑visibility Elm Street in downtown Westfield; Historic 1890 building with approximately 5,812 sq ft of space; Flexible use options including retail and flex space
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