Historic Storefront Retail
For Lease
$125 SF/Yr
5 School St, Boston, MA 02135
Ground-floor commercial space with direct street access, restrooms, modern electrical service, and food-service infrastructure.
Space Size2,266 SF
Days on Market30
Property Features for 5 School St
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
2,266 SF
Net Rentable
2,266 SF
Space & Availability
Available Space
2,266 SF
Contiguous Space
2,266 SF
Space Use
Retail
Additional Details
Utilities to Site
Yes
Taxes and HOA fees
Annual Taxes
$182,465
Amenities
two single-occupancy restrooms
modern electrical service
gas heating system installed in 2022
walk-in cooler
black iron venting system
updated grease trap
drains
two direct entrances on School Street
Building Details
Year Built
1718
Listing Agency:
M7 Real Estate Group
(857) 417-8344
Listed By:
Antonio J. Lopes
(857) 417-8344
Source:
Exprealty
Added: Aug 3
Changed: Aug 30
Last Checked: Aug 31 at 7:52PM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
The ground-floor storefront at 5 School St offers 2,266 square feet within the Old Corner Bookstore, a historic commercial building constructed in 1718. The premises include two direct entrances on School Street, two single-occupancy restrooms, modern electrical service, and a gas heating system installed in 2022.
Existing food-service components include a walk-in cooler, black iron venting, an updated grease trap, and drains. The layout can accommodate specialty retail, galleries, showrooms, literary or cultural concepts, and select low-impact café or restaurant uses. Ownership will prioritize businesses compatible with the building’s historic character.
The property is located in Downtown Crossing and forms part of Boston’s Freedom Trail, Literary Trail, and Women’s Heritage Trail. The building has operated as an active commercial destination and previously housed publisher Ticknor and Fields.
Existing food-service components include a walk-in cooler, black iron venting, an updated grease trap, and drains. The layout can accommodate specialty retail, galleries, showrooms, literary or cultural concepts, and select low-impact café or restaurant uses. Ownership will prioritize businesses compatible with the building’s historic character.
The property is located in Downtown Crossing and forms part of Boston’s Freedom Trail, Literary Trail, and Women’s Heritage Trail. The building has operated as an active commercial destination and previously housed publisher Ticknor and Fields.
Key Highlights
- 2,266 SF ground‑floor storefront at 5 School St
- Two direct entrances from School Street
- Two single‑occupancy restrooms and modern electrical service
Property Analytics
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Utilities to site
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$18.75 /SF/Yr
CAM
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,958
Businesses Nearby
100k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Shops & Services 34%
Groceries 30%
Dining 22%
Home Improvements & Furnishings 14%
Whole Foods Market
Groceries
30,332 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Shell
Shops & Services
17,479 visits/mo
0.5 miles
Ninety Nine Restaurants
Dining
12,771 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Dunkin' Donuts
Dining
8,449 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Charlestown Ace
Home Improvements & Furnishings
7,903 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Demographics for 02135, MA
47,232
Population
22,519
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
29
Median Age
71%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
2.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
18,166
Density / Sq Mi
$88,208
Median Household Income
$57,124
Median Earnings
$2,179
Median Rent
$684,000
Median Home Value
Market
Lease Benchmarks for Boston, MA
$78.57 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$12–$150 /SF/Yr
Price Range
3,345 SF
Avg Space Size
This space is priced 59% above the average of $78.57 /SF/Yr.
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Boston, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Ground-floor commercial space with direct street access, restrooms, modern electrical service, and food-service infrastructure.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 5 School St Boston, MA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $125 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,266 SF ground‑floor storefront at 5 School St; Two direct entrances from School Street; Two single‑occupancy restrooms and modern electrical service
