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31-53 NW 1st Avenue, Portland, OR 97209

Two-story historic building offers ground-floor retail with second-story creative office space.

Space Size1,739 SF - 7,831 SF
Property Size13,626 SF
Days on Market2597

Property Features for 31-53 NW 1st Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,739 SF - 7,831 SF
Property subtype Office

Building Details

Building Size 13,626 SF
Year Built 1875
Year Renovated 2017
Stories 2
Tenancy Multiple
Construction Italianate

Spaces For Lease

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Suite 100

Size
1,739 SF
Type
Office
Availability
Active
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Suite 201 & Suite 202

Size
7,831 SF
Type
Office
Availability
Active
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Suite 201

Size
3,380 SF
Type
Office
Availability
Active
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Suite 202

Size
4,451 SF
Type
Office
Availability
Active
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Listing Agency: Ethos Commercial Advisors
Listed By: Dana Solof · License #OR 201212599
Source: Crexi
Added: Jul 30, 2019 Changed: Aug 26 Last Checked: Sep 7 at 12:27PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Constructed in 1875, Norton House features Italianate architecture and a long history as a mixed-use building. The property was extensively remodeled in the 1970s and again in 2017, and today it includes ground-floor retail space alongside second-story creative office space.

Located in Old Town and easily accessible by both car and public transit, Norton House is adjacent to the Burnside Bridge. The surrounding area is served by numerous public transportation options, including twelve bus lines and four streetcar lines, with convenient parking available.

Norton House benefits from an amenity-rich neighborhood where tenants such as the University of Oregon, Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, and Ankrom Moisan have helped continue neighborhood development, with nearby dining, drink, and entertainment options.

Key Highlights

  • Constructed in 1875, Norton House is a historic two‑story building with Italianate architecture
  • Ground‑floor retail space with second‑story creative office space
  • Extensively remodeled in the 1970s and again in 2017

Property Analytics

Current Use

Creative space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Tanning Salon Adult Day Care Buffet (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Clothing & Fashion Store Veterinary Clinic

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

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Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

10,936
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 97209, OR

22,755
Population
16,437
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
66%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
1.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
22,755
Density / Sq Mi
$84,059
Median Household Income
$68,731
Median Earnings
$1,669
Median Rent
$573,700
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Portland, OR

$21.79 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$12–$32 /SF/Yr
Price Range
10,043 SF
Avg Space Size

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Portland, OR

10.1% 2019
12.3% 2020
16.1% 2021
18.5% 2022
20.8% 2023
21.7% 2024
24.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Creative space - Two-story historic building offers ground-floor retail with second-story creative office space.
Where is this creative space located?
The property is located at 31-53 NW 1st Avenue Portland, OR.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Constructed in 1875, Norton House is a historic two‑story building with Italianate architecture; Ground‑floor retail space with second‑story creative office space; Extensively remodeled in the 1970s and again in 2017
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