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Penobscot Office Suites
For Lease
$25 SF/Yr

645 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226

Historic Detroit office space offers customizable traditional and contemporary suites with on-site management and 24/7 security.

Space Size400,000 SF
Days on Market181

Property Features for 645 Griswold St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 400,000 SF
Elevators Yes
Property subtype Office
Zoning B5

Space & Availability

Contiguous Space 400,000 SF
Divisible Yes
Space Use Office

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Amenities

on-site management and 24/7 security
top of building corporate branding opportunity

Building Details

Year Built 1928
Stories 47
Construction art deco
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: PA Commercial
Listed By: Mike Gunn
Source: Cpix.resimplifi
Added: Mar 3 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 11:15AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Penobscot Building provides office suites within a 47-story property dating to 1928. Available configurations range from executive offices to full floors measuring 13,000 to 30,000 square feet, with multiple contiguous floors capable of accommodating up to 400,000 square feet. Suites may feature traditional or contemporary finishes, updated lighting, materials, and color palettes, while the building retains preserved Art Deco detailing, a four-story entrance archway, bronze and glass revolving doors, and high-speed elevators.

Located at 645 Griswold St in Detroit’s Financial core, the property is positioned near business, cultural, sports, and entertainment districts. Access is available to M-10, the Lodge Freeway, and the Windsor Tunnel. The building also offers an opportunity for corporate branding at the top of the structure, along with on-site management and round-the-clock security.

Key Highlights

  • 47‑story office building dating to 1928
  • Office configurations from 13,000 - 30,000 square feet
  • Up to 400,000 SF of maximum contiguous space

Property Analytics

Current Use

Dun-Rite Plumbing & Sewer Plumbing Service Debra A Spicer PC Law Firm Comerica Bank Bank Michael J. Kemnitz ... Law Firm Verasoft (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Electrical Service HVAC Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom Daycare Center Veterinary Clinic (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$3.75 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

5,474
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48226, MI

6,307
Population
5,160
Households
1.2
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
53%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
1.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
5,256
Density / Sq Mi
$69,813
Median Household Income
$60,957
Median Earnings
$1,714
Median Rent
$307,700
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Detroit, MI

$24.1 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$3.25–$150 /SF/Yr
Price Range
28,707 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 4% above the average of $24.1 /SF/Yr.

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Detroit, MI

11.9% 2019
13.9% 2020
15.2% 2021
17.9% 2022
20.3% 2023
22% 2024
19.5% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office units - Historic Detroit office space offers customizable traditional and contemporary suites with on-site management and 24/7 security.
Where is this office units located?
The property is located at 645 Griswold St Detroit, MI.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $25 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 47‑story office building dating to 1928; Office configurations from 13,000 - 30,000 square feet; Up to 400,000 SF of maximum contiguous space
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