Major Downtown Properties Available, If The Price Is Right
By Ross Boissoneau | May 2, 2026
Several high-profile downtown buildings are now for sale or lease, from the former Union Street Station to the old Front Row Center building, the Wurzburg building, the Blue Tractor property and the former Glitz & Spurs space. Brokers and downtown leaders say the activity reflects continued demand, but also a market where costs are pushing some businesses out and raising the bar for those looking to move in.
“Downtown is fairly expensive,” says David Frost of Three West, who is representing several downtown properties. Many spaces, he says, are leasing for $22 to $25 per square foot triple net, with some reaching $30. With triple net leases, tenants often absorb …
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