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 |