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Art Deco Mixed-Use Building
For Sale
$2,975,000

540 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101

The property combines climate-controlled retail with warehouse, office, and leased residential condominium space.

Property Size28,877 SF
Days on Market91

Property Features for 540 Congress Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 28,877 SF
Property subtype Mixed-Use

Building Details

Building Size 28,877 SF
Year Built 1942
Buildings 1
Construction Art Deco
Listing Agency: The Boulos Company
Listed By: Cameron Foster · License ##SA926420
Source: Boulos
Added: Jun 2 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 1:34PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of The Boulos Company

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Constructed in 1942, this Art Deco mixed-use property combines substantial commercial space with four leased residential condominiums. The first floor includes approximately 25,800± SF of climate-controlled retail space, along with approximately 1,800± SF of warehouse area and approximately 1,200± SF of office space. Residential condominiums occupy the second floor and are reached through a stairwell on Congress Street.

The building has frontage on both Congress Street and Free Street in downtown Portland, providing exposure along two streets. Its configuration brings together retail, warehouse, office, and residential components within one building, with the residential units contributing an additional occupied use above the commercial floor.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 25,800± SF of climate‑controlled first‑floor retail space
  • Approximately 1,800± SF of warehouse space
  • Approximately 1,200± SF of office space

Property Analytics

Current Use

Renys Department Store Department Store October Corporation Food Processing Plant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Pet Grooming Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Tanning Salon Adult Day Care

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

6,135
Businesses Nearby
140k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Groceries 49% Shops & Services 28% Dining 9% Apparel 7%
Trader Joe's Groceries
68,293 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Circle K Shops & Services
12,170 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Chipotle Mexican Grill Dining
11,557 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Reny's Apparel
10,314 visits/mo 0.1 miles
7-Eleven Shops & Services
10,061 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 04101, ME

18,109
Population
11,510
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
57%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
2.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
9,055
Density / Sq Mi
$60,726
Median Household Income
$45,009
Median Earnings
$1,457
Median Rent
$600,600
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?
Mixed-use property - The property combines climate-controlled retail with warehouse, office, and leased residential condominium space.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 540 Congress Street Portland, ME.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,975,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 25,800± SF of climate‑controlled first‑floor retail space; Approximately 1,800± SF of warehouse space; Approximately 1,200± SF of office space
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