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The Silverman Building 165 Friend St 2,044 SF of Office/Retail Space Available in Boston, MA 02114

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Heavy Daytime Foot Traffic: Located blocks from North Station and TD Garden, ensuring constant commuter and event-driven pedestrian flow.
  • Optimal Frontage and Layout: Excellent corner visibility with a 21 ft wide facade, ensuring maximum store-front presence and light.
  • Open Plan: Open, column-free interior space simplifying custom retail or office layout and build-out.
  • Historic Industrial Aesthetic: Raw shell space in a ˜100-year-old building, providing the sought-after opportunity for exposed brick walls.
  • Exceptional Ceiling Height: Impressive 11.5' finished ceiling height.

ALL AVAILABLE SPACE(1)

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  • SPACE
  • SIZE
  • TERM
  • RENTAL RATE
  • SPACE USE
  • CONDITION
  • AVAILABLE
  • 1st Floor
  • 2,044 SF
  • 3-15 Years
  • Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
  • Office/Retail
  • Shell Space
  • Now

Prime Downtown Commercial Condo for Lease: 2,044 SF 165 Friend Street, Unit 1 | Blocks from North Station/TD Garden This is a rare opportunity to lease a commercial condo in a high-demand downtown location, ideal for professional services, specialty retail, or high-end office use. Key Listing Highlights •Unbeatable Location: Located blocks from North Station / TD Garden, providing massive foot traffic and exceptional access to major transit hubs and the Financial District. •High Visibility Frontage: Features 21 Ft Wide store frontage (with ˜18 ft interior clear width) and Corner Unit positioning, maximizing street presence. •Exceptional Ceiling Height: Impressive 11.5' Finished Ceilings, ideal for retail display, vertical storage, and custom office layouts. •Dedicated Storage: Includes an entire ˜1,000 SF full-height basement for secure storage, inventory management, or back-office/IT needs—a premium amenity in downtown Boston. •Condition: Raw shell space, ready for the tenant’s immediate and custom build-out, saving demolition costs. •Egress: Equipped with two (2) means of egress, fulfilling key life-safety requirements. Space Notes & Aspirational Use This 2,044 SF unit includes a ˜1,000 SF full-height basement. The space is accessible via the intersection of Friend Street and Chapel Place. The attached high-quality renderings demonstrate the space's potential for a national retail concept or a high-end office build-out. Crucial Leasing Disclaimer ?? LEASING CONTINGENT ON ASSOCIATION APPROVAL Any Letter of Intent (LOI) or Lease Agreement is strictly contingent upon final, written consent and approval from the 165 Friend Street Condominium Association for the tenant's proposed use.

  • Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
  • 11.5' Finished Ceilings
  • Location: blocks from North Station TD Garden
  • Ground Floor Access
  • Finished Ceilings: 11’6”
  • Includes an entire ˜1,000 SF full-height basement
  • Space is currently in shell condition
  • Frontage Width: 21 Ft Wide
Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor 2,044 SF 3-15 Years Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Office/Retail Shell Space Now

1st Floor

Size
2,044 SF
Term
3-15 Years
Rental Rate
Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request
Space Use
Office/Retail
Condition
Shell Space
Available
Now

1st Floor

Size 2,044 SF
Term 3-15 Years
Rental Rate Upon Request
Space Use Office/Retail
Condition Shell Space
Available Now

Prime Downtown Commercial Condo for Lease: 2,044 SF 165 Friend Street, Unit 1 | Blocks from North Station/TD Garden This is a rare opportunity to lease a commercial condo in a high-demand downtown location, ideal for professional services, specialty retail, or high-end office use. Key Listing Highlights •Unbeatable Location: Located blocks from North Station / TD Garden, providing massive foot traffic and exceptional access to major transit hubs and the Financial District. •High Visibility Frontage: Features 21 Ft Wide store frontage (with ˜18 ft interior clear width) and Corner Unit positioning, maximizing street presence. •Exceptional Ceiling Height: Impressive 11.5' Finished Ceilings, ideal for retail display, vertical storage, and custom office layouts. •Dedicated Storage: Includes an entire ˜1,000 SF full-height basement for secure storage, inventory management, or back-office/IT needs—a premium amenity in downtown Boston. •Condition: Raw shell space, ready for the tenant’s immediate and custom build-out, saving demolition costs. •Egress: Equipped with two (2) means of egress, fulfilling key life-safety requirements. Space Notes & Aspirational Use This 2,044 SF unit includes a ˜1,000 SF full-height basement. The space is accessible via the intersection of Friend Street and Chapel Place. The attached high-quality renderings demonstrate the space's potential for a national retail concept or a high-end office build-out. Crucial Leasing Disclaimer ?? LEASING CONTINGENT ON ASSOCIATION APPROVAL Any Letter of Intent (LOI) or Lease Agreement is strictly contingent upon final, written consent and approval from the 165 Friend Street Condominium Association for the tenant's proposed use.

  • Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
  • Finished Ceilings: 11’6”
  • 11.5' Finished Ceilings
  • Includes an entire ˜1,000 SF full-height basement
  • Location: blocks from North Station TD Garden
  • Space is currently in shell condition
  • Ground Floor Access
  • Frontage Width: 21 Ft Wide

ABOUT THE PROPERTY

This historic, ˜100-year-old commercial building is located in the heart of the Bulfinch Triangle District, blocks from North Station, TD Garden, and the Financial District. The building maintains its original architectural integrity, offering a strong, stable commercial presence in a high-demand urban corridor. The location provides unparalleled access to MBTA subway lines (Green, Orange, Commuter Rail) and major highways, making it ideal for client accessibility and employee commutes. The building is primarily a mix of commercial and office units, offering a quiet, professional environment with dense foot traffic.

PROPERTY FACTS

Total Space Available 2,044 SF
No. Units 5
Property Type Multifamily
Property Subtype Apartment
Apartment Style Mid-Rise
Building Size 6,000 SF
Year Built/Renovated 1914/2025
Walk Score®
Walker's Paradise (98)
Transit Score®
Rider's Paradise (100)
Bike Score®
Very Bikeable (89)
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, Transit Score® & Bike Score?
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measures access to public transit. Bike Score®
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  • Listing ID: 38545173

  • Date on Market: 11/22/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 165 Friend St, Boston, MA 02114

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