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Corner Retail Storefront
For Lease
$25 SF/Yr

56 Franklin Street, Worcester, MA 01608

Street-level space offers wraparound windows, strong daylight, and basement storage for customer-facing operations.

Space SizeContact for details
Property Size2,500 SF
Days on Market9

Property Features for 56 Franklin Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,500 SF

Space & Availability

Floor Ground
Space Use Retail

Additional Details

Corner Location Yes

Amenities

wraparound windows
built-in counter
cooler
basement storage
Worcester Common view

Building Details

Year Built 1820
Listing Agency: Real Broker MA,LLC
Listed By: Christopher Perchard
Source: Merryfoxrealty
Added: Aug 12 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Aug 19 at 10:23AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This street-level corner retail space provides 2,500 SF with wraparound windows, abundant natural light, and direct street exposure. The layout can accommodate retail, specialty market, grab-and-go food, service, wellness, and other customer-facing uses. Existing improvements include a built-in counter and a rear area with a cooler, along with approximately 600 SF of basement storage or back-of-house space.

The property is located at 56 Franklin Street in Downtown Worcester, overlooking Worcester Common and near Main Street, Union Station, DCU Center, and Polar Park. The surrounding area includes residential, office, restaurant, entertainment, and civic uses. There is no commercial hood in place, and coffee shop use is not permitted. The building dates to 1820.

Key Highlights

  • 2,500 SF street‑level corner retail space
  • Approximately 600 SF of basement storage or back‑of‑house area
  • Wraparound windows with natural light and street exposure

Property Analytics

Current Use

Brew on the Grid Cafe & Coffee Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick Veterinary Clinic Butcher Pet Store Pet Store & Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith

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

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$3.75 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,984
Businesses Nearby
77k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 36% Dining 25% Groceries 20% Hotels & Casinos 19%
Burger King Dining
19,049 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Gala Foods Supermarket Groceries
15,286 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Hilton Garden Inn Worcester Hotels & Casinos
11,920 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Speedway Shops & Services
9,299 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Shell Shops & Services
8,050 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 01608, MA

4,996
Population
2,565
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
28
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
74%
High-School Grad
0.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
9,992
Density / Sq Mi
$45,962
Median Household Income
$36,596
Median Earnings
$1,461
Median Rent
$117,100
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Worcester, MA

$30.88 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$18–$43.2 /SF/Yr
Price Range
3,052 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 19% below the average of $30.88 /SF/Yr.

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 - Street-level space offers wraparound windows, strong daylight, and basement storage for customer-facing operations.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 56 Franklin Street Worcester, MA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $25 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2,500 SF street‑level corner retail space; Approximately 600 SF of basement storage or back‑of‑house area; Wraparound windows with natural light and street exposure
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