Montréal (Ville-Marie) H2Y1G9
Commercial rental space/Office | MLS: 11607794
For Lease -- Prime Location in the heart of Old Montreal Commercial Space 256 Saint-Paul East, Corner of de la Commune. Approx. 2,592 sq. ft. (ground floor -- de la Commune) 270 sq. ft. (ground floor -- Saint-Paul East) 2,527 sq. ft. basement Dual entrances = maximum visibility! Ideal for restaurant, boutique, café, gallery & more. Steps from the Old Port, Bonsecours Market, Place Jacques-Cartier & metro High foot traffic -- locals & tourists year-round. Put your business in the heart of the action!
Welcome to one of the most iconic corners of Old Montreal -- a unique commercial rental opportunity offering incredible visibility, foot traffic, and charm at 256 Rue Saint-Paul Est, at the crossroads of Rue de la Commune and Saint-Paul East.
Space Breakdown:
Ground Floor -- De la Commune Level: ~2,592 sq. ft. Ground Floor -- Saint-Paul East Level: ~270 sq. ft. Basement: ~2,527 sq. ft.
Two Entrances: Dual frontage on Rue Saint-Paul Est and Rue de la Commune Est for ultimate exposure and customer flow
Perfect for a restaurant, café, boutique, art gallery, wine bar, or flagship storefront, this space blends modern utility with historic character in a premier destination district.
Key Highlights & Amenities:
Steps to the Old Port Promenade, waterfront boardwalk & bike paths Surrounded by boutique hotels, upscale condos, and luxury short-term rentals Walking distance to Place Jacques-Cartier, Bonsecours Market, and Champ-de-Mars metro Incredible visibility with heavy year-round pedestrian traffic (tourists & locals) Bustling neighborhood of art galleries, museums, fine dining, cafés, and lifestyle retailers Ideal for businesses seeking character, prestige, and a vibrant community
This is a rare chance to establish your brand in one of Montreal's most recognizable and visited areas. Whether you're launching a new concept or relocating your business to a higher-traffic, high-image area, this is the space you've been waiting for.
All business usage must be verified by the prospective tenant
Additional rent and lease terms:
- The estimated annual municipal taxes, school taxes and OPEX plus 15% administration fee for the first year (2025) is estimated to be forty-five thousand six hundred thirty-two dollars and fifteen cents ($45,632.15) increased annually as per the provisions of the lease.
- Use: Retail/Restaurant.
- Proportionate Share of building: 40%
- Fixturing Period (free rent): 3 months
- Condition of premises: As Is condition
- Security Deposit: amount equal to 3 months base rent & additional rent plus sales taxes.
- Guarantee: personal guarantee required
- Any tax that may be imposed as a result of the leasing of the Property (GST, QST, other) and to be collected by the Owner shall be remitted to the Owner by the prospective tenant.
| Kind of commerce | Manufacturing, Bakery, Bar, Beauty salon, Brasserie, Butcher shop, Candy/chocolate shop, Caterer, Clinic, Coffee/Donuts, Day care centre, Department store, Distributor, Fast food, Fitness centre, Furniture repair, Furniture store, Grocery store, Hardware store, Health centre, Ice cream shop, Men's clothing store |
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| Basement | 6 feet and over, Finished basement |
| Equipment available | Central air conditioning, Sign |
| Available services | Fire detector |
| Proximity | Highway, Other, Public transport, Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) |
| Sewage system | Municipal sewer |
| Water supply | Municipality |
| Zoning | Residential |
| Type of business/Industry | Retail, Service, Warehouse, Wholesaler |