Former Baker Shoe Building

Located in the heart of Kansas City’s RS Impact redevelopment area, this property benefits from strong redevelopment momentum along the Troost corridor. Major projects include Reconciliation Services’ $13.6 million campus renovation; The Tulip, a 180+ unit mixed-income development in Beacon Hill approved in early 2025; and Milhaus’s proposed 194-unit affordable housing project at Linwood & Troost. Ongoing safety and streetscape upgrades under Kansas City’s Vision Zero initiative are also improving mobility and visibility throughout the corridor. With more than 17,000 vehicles passing daily, the site offers excellent visibility and access minutes from Downtown KC, Union Station, Hospital Hill, and the Crossroads Arts District. Supported by public and private investment, this location is emerging as a vibrant commercial and community hub.Make an impact alongside other local and small businesses in Kansas City’s revitalized Troost Avenue corridor, one of the city’s most dynamic and fast-growing redevelopment areas. We are leasing 1,414 to 7,895 square feet of customizable first and second floor commercial space inside the historic Baker Shoe Building, now reimagined as the RS Impact Exchange - a vibrant extension of the RS Campus and a catalyst for local business, holistic healing, and social innovation. RS Impact Exchange is perfect for mission-driven businesses, creative studios, nonprofits, wellness providers, and retail entrepreneurs at this highly visible and mixed-use property. First Floor Highlights: -Built-to-suit space for retail, creative office, wellness, or food & beverage concepts -Ideal for social enterprises, boutique storefronts, or community-focused ventures -Features modern infrastructure with proposed loading dock, ADA access, and prominent visibility Second Floor Vision: -Planned as a flexible, multi-tenant space anchored by a therapeutic arts and trauma-healing initiative with Reconciliation Services, University Health Behavioral Health, and ArtsKC -Suitable for mental health services, nonprofits, training programs, and creative or educational uses