Downtown Retail / Restaurant Space

161 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684

Property Information

  • For Lease $20.00 - $37.50/SF/YR
  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 8,480 SF
  • Lot Size 0.11 Acre
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Year Built 1900
  • Date Updated Oct 13, 2026

Description

Prime lease space in the heart of downtown. An exceptional opportunity for a retailer or restaurateur on the best corner of Traverse City; Front Street and Cass Street. This highly visible property is in the center of the thriving shopping district, providing unmatched foot traffic, and exposure.1st Floor - The 4,240 square feet of versatile, open space is ready for your custom buildout and vision—whether you're looking to create a chic retail boutique, a trendy café, or a fine dining restaurant. The open layout allows for a wide range of possibilities, with plenty of room to design a space that suits your business needs. Step outside and enjoy the charming deck that overlooks the beautiful Boardman River, providing a peaceful outdoor space for patrons. Whether you’re looking to join the vibrant downtown retail scene or open a restaurant with riverfront views, this space offers the flexibility and prime location you will need to succeed. Lower Level - The 4,240 square foot lower level of this building is available for your custom buildout and vision—whether you're looking to create a unique bar on the Boardman, speakeasy, retail boutique, or trendy café. There is an entrance from Front Street in the common lobby and also an entrance on the Boardman River side.

2 Spaces Available

1st Floor

Space Type

Street Retail

Lease Rate

$37.50/SF/YR

Total Space

4,240 SF

Floor

1

Divisible Space

4,240 - 4,240 SF

Available Date

Immediate

Lease Type

NNN

Renewal Option

Yes

Sublease

No

The 4,240 square feet of versatile, open space is ready for your custom buildout and vision—whether you're looking to create a chic retail boutique, a trendy café, or a fine dining restaurant. The open layout allows for a wide range of possibilities, with plenty of room to design a space that suits your business needs. Step outside and enjoy the charming deck that overlooks the beautiful Boardman River, providing a peaceful outdoor space for patrons. Whether you’re looking to join the vibrant downtown retail scene or open a restaurant with riverfront views, this space offers the flexibility and prime location you will need to succeed.

Lower Level

Space Type

Street Retail

Lease Rate

$20.00/SF/YR

Total Space

4,240 SF

Divisible Space

4,240 - 4,240 SF

Available Date

Immediate

Lease Type

NNN

Renewal Option

Yes

Sublease

No

The 4,240 square foot lower level of this building is available for your custom buildout and vision—whether you're looking to create a unique bar on the Boardman, speakeasy, retail boutique, or trendy café. There is an entrance from Front Street in the common lobby and also an entrance on the Boardman River side.

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