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Art Deco Mixed-Use Building
For Lease
$7.50 SF/Yr

540 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101

Climate-controlled retail space is complemented by warehouse, office, and leased residential condominium components.

Space Size25,800 SF
Property Size28,877 SF
Days on Market39

Property Features for 540 Congress Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 25,800 SF
Property subtype Retail - Street Retail

Warehouse & Industrial

Warehouse Space 1,800 SF
Office Build-Out 1,200 SF

Additional Details

Road Access Yes

Building Details

Building Size 28,877 SF
Year Built 1942
Year Renovated 2011
Units 1
Construction Art Deco

Spaces For Lease

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1 $7.50/SF/Yr

Floor
1
Size
25,800 SF
Type
Street Retail
Lease Type
NNN
Availability
Immediate
Sublease
No
Renewal Option
Yes
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Listing Agency: The Boulos Company
Listed By: Cameron Foster · License ##SA926420
Source: Commercialcafe
Added: Jul 24 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 15 at 1:01PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This Art Deco mixed-use property combines a substantial ground-floor commercial footprint with upper-level residential components. The first-floor condominium contains 25,800± square feet of climate-controlled retail space, along with approximately 1,800± square feet of warehouse area and approximately 1,200± square feet of office space.

The second floor includes four leased residential condominiums, with access provided by a stairwell from Congress Street. The building presents frontage on both Congress Street and Free Street within downtown Portland. Additional residential development is identified as a potential component, subject to further review with the broker.

Key Highlights

  • 25,800± SF of climate‑controlled retail space on the 1st floor
  • 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.

Lease Details

Yes
Paved road access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$1.13 /SF/Yr
CAM

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 - Climate-controlled retail space is complemented by warehouse, office, and leased residential condominium components.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 540 Congress Street Portland, ME.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $7.50 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 25,800± SF of climate‑controlled retail space on the 1st floor; Approximately 1,800± SF of warehouse space; Approximately 1,200± SF of office space
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