the FORGE

285 Liberty St NE, Salem, OR 97301

  • For Lease $2.00 - $48.00/SF/YR
  • Property Type Retail - Strip
  • Property Size 80,724 SF
  • Lot Size 0.47 Acre
  • Year Built 1954
  • Date Updated May 30, 2025
In downtown Salem on the corner lot of a signaled intersection at Liberty St NE and Chemeketa St NE.The Forge is a remarkable redevelopment project in downtown Salem's former Liberty Plaza building. This three-story plus basement structure is undergoing a striking transformation with a new exterior facade. The first floor is open to exciting concepts for food and entertainment, like wine tasting rooms, brunch spots, or sports bars with roll-up door access for indoor/outdoor seating. The second floor is being transformed into a salon collective with 25 well-designed suites, complete with essential amenities, and the third floor is set to house a local CPA and Wealth Management firm's expanded headquarters. Don't miss your chance to be a part of "The Forge."
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Highlights

  • 181 - 5,528 SF Suites Available
  • 550 Stall Parking Garage and Street Parking
  • CB - Central Business District Zoned Property
  • Downtown Salem High Visibility Location
  • Retail and Restaurant Spaces
  • Second Floor Salon & Spa Spaces
  • Signaled Intersection - Liberty & Chemeketa St

Spaces Available

Contacts

broker
Alvin J. Nash

Tradition Real Estate Partners

Location

Getting Around

  • Walk Score ®

    79/100 Very Walkable

  • Transit Score ®

    61/100 Good Transit

  • Bike Score ®

    89/100 Very Bikeable
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  • City Salem, OR
  • Neighborhood Central Salem
  • Zip Code 97301
  • Market Eugene

Points of Interest

  • Salem

    0.83 miles

  • Brooks Historical Society Depot

    8.18 miles

  • Hopmere Station

    8.27 miles

  • Blink

    0.03 miles

  • ChargePoint

    0.45 miles

  • Arco Gas Station

    0.68 miles

  • Circle K

    0.70 miles

  • Pacific Pride

    0.71 miles

  • Space Age

    0.89 miles

  • Arco

    1.03 miles

  • 76

    1.07 miles

  • Shell

    1.14 miles

  • Chevron

    1.63 miles

  • Chemeketa Parkade

    0.05 miles

  • Liberty Square Parkade

    0.19 miles

  • Riverfront Park (North Lot)

    0.20 miles

  • Marion Parkade

    0.24 miles

  • Riverfront Park (South Lot)

    0.27 miles

  • Pringle Parkade

    0.36 miles

  • Reserved Lot A

    0.44 miles

  • Green Lot - Dept of Admin Services

    0.47 miles

  • Permit Parking

    0.52 miles

  • Salem Library Parkade

    0.56 miles

  • Rudy's Steakhouse

    0.03 miles

  • Straight From New York Pizza (Downtown)

    0.03 miles

  • India Palace

    0.03 miles

  • Chronic Tacos

    0.04 miles

  • Court Street Dairy Lunch

    0.04 miles

  • Thai Orchid Restaurant

    0.05 miles

  • Precious Pizza

    0.07 miles

  • 503 Sushi Bar

    0.07 miles

  • Chira's Restaurant And Catering

    0.07 miles

  • Golden Crown

    0.08 miles

  • Reed Opera House

    0.07 miles

  • Salem Center (South)

    0.10 miles

  • Ross

    0.13 miles

  • Salem Center (North)

    0.16 miles

  • Kohl's

    0.19 miles

  • Macy's

    0.21 miles

  • Pringle Park Plaza

    0.36 miles

  • Grocery Outlet

    0.52 miles

  • Safeway

    0.69 miles

  • Roth's

    0.82 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does retail space at 285 Liberty St NE cost?

The asking price for retail space at 285 Liberty St NE is $25.00/SF/YR. Pricing of commercial spaces is largely dependent on things like location — especially proximity to areas that can be easily reached by car or public transit or enjoy high foot traffic — the overall size, features and condition of the space, and the lease structure. Safety and security in the area can also play an important role in choosing the most suitable retail space for a business.

What kind of retail space can I rent at 285 Liberty St NE?

The property has 17,054 square feet of rentable Retail space. Rental opportunities here are available under NNN lease terms.

Use the contact form at the top of this page to schedule a tour of the property with a broker and get further details on this listing.

How many parking spots are available at 285 Liberty St NE?

Reach out to the listing broker for more information on vehicle access and parking options at or near this property, as well as additional amenities that complement the retail experience at 285 Liberty St NE. You can find 8 parking option(s) and 2 fuel station(s) within a 0.5-mile radius.

Are there any potentially competing retail businesses in the area?

Yes, there are 5 spaces zoned for retail use within a 0.5-mile radius of 285 Liberty St NE.

Is 285 Liberty St NE located in a popular area for retail businesses?

The property is part of Central Salem, which is home to 44 other retail listings.

Other popular areas for retail businesses in Eugene include Central Salem, Southeast Salem, Faye Wright.

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broker
Alvin J. Nash

Tradition Real Estate Partners

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