St. Johns Commercial Space
The St. Johns neighborhood is a great place to start or grow your business, with a variety of commercial spaces available for sale or lease. Many of the properties featured on this page are eligible for our Small Business Grant, a great opportunity to help you establish your business in the neighborhood.
This webpage is intended to provide information only. It does not constitute legal or business advice from SJCO or our partners. It is your responsibility to research prospective properties and negotiate a mutually agreeable lease. (Lewis & Clark Law School’s Small Business Legal Clinic is a low-cost option for legal support.)
If you are a business owner considering a lease or purchase, consider reaching out to the neighborhood’s small business consultant to discuss your business plan for a brick-and-mortar.
If you are a property owner in the district with plans to sell or lease your property, we would love to hear from you at community@stjohnsopportunity.org and add your space to this page. We do not accept any commission or fee; our goal is to promote small business ownership in our district.
We also want to refer you to this resource! Got questions about permits, zoning, or building codes? The City of Portland has you covered! Schedule a FREE 15-minute session here with an expert to get the answers you need to move your project forward. Whether it’s navigating the permit process or understanding zoning requirements, the team is here to help! People who have residential permitting questions can also utilize this resource. Language assistance is available. For City of Portland projects only.
Commercial Properties for Lease
8737-8791 N Lombard St
The 2nd-floor office space, located in an urban downtown St. Johns building, offers 1,951 square feet of creative office space. The space features an open-plan layout with exposed rafters, finished 11’ ceilings, and a triple window line, providing plenty of natural light. It includes two conference rooms, two restrooms, a break area with a kitchen, and can accommodate 5 to 25 people. Available starting January 1, 2025, the space is fully built-out and in excellent condition. The lease rate of $18.00/SF/year is negotiable and includes utilities, building services, and property expenses. Central heating, security system, and bicycle storage are also provided.
7326 N Chicago Ave
This attractive 3,000 square foot storefront features an additional 3,000 square foot fenced lot. It includes a roll-up door, an entry and side door, a tiled bathroom, a kitchenette with dishwasher and fridge, and a washer/dryer. With five distinct room areas and good natural light, the space also offers efficient gas heating and air conditioning. A three-year lease is available.
Call 971.506.7194 for details
7321 N Charleston Ave
This 840-square-foot space includes a full bathroom, a complete kitchen, and an upstairs loft. It features a fenced side yard and a storefront with a roll-up garage door. Amenities include air conditioning, heating, heated floors, and washer and dryer hookups. Street parking is available. The monthly rent is $2,330.
Reach Emilie at - corcoranemilie@yahoo.com for details
8524 N Crawford St
7 Acres of Commercial Land
Imagine leasing 7 acres of prime riverfront land in St. Johns, nestled along the picturesque Willamette River. This rare opportunity, presented by Colliers, offers a remarkable industrial setting within one of Portland's most robust submarkets. The property features a sprawling lay-down yard with a rail spur, fully fenced and graveled for immediate use. Boasting an EG (General Employment) zoning, soon to be transformed into a mixed-use urban center designation, this parcel is primed for a variety of employment ventures and potential residential development. With a competitive rental rate of $1.44 per SF per year, this expansive property promises unparalleled potential. Enjoy easy access to major highways and envision the possibilities of this beautiful waterfront canvas. Secure your stake in the future of St. Johns—where industrial innovation meets riverside charm.
7373 N Philadelphia Ave
745 - 3,856 sf
Step into the vibrant heart of St Johns with this exciting new retail opportunity at 7373 N Philadelphia Ave in Portland, Oregon. Picture a modern architectural marvel adorned with expansive windows, offering breathtaking views and a sense of openness. This property boasts 3,856 square feet of ground-floor retail space, perfectly positioned for maximum visibility on the bustling corner of Philadelphia and Lombard. Imagine the possibilities—whether it's a trendy cafe, a lively restaurant, or a chic boutique bar, the options are endless.
Outdoor seating options beckon passersby to indulge in the lively atmosphere of this walkable North Portland neighborhood. The property's amenities include 24-hour access, convenient package services, walking and biking trails, secure bicycle storage, and a welcoming lounge—a true gem in the heart of this thriving community. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to be part of the St Johns experience!
7428 N Charleston
Modern architectural design inspired by historic St. Johns’ buildings with expansive windows, and outdoor amenity space.
20,000 Sq. Ft. of ground-floor office and retail space, including 12 dedicated off-street parking spaces for retail.
Spaces include ready-to-go office suites, restaurant spaces with venting capability, and a variety of different size spaces.
The Union at St. Johns is home to iQ Credit Union, Sparrow Bakery, Wildwood Dental, Blossom & Beauty, Orchid Salon,
and more.
A walkable North Portland neighborhood St. Johns offers an eclectic mix of restaurants and shops.
7419 N Burlington Ave
1033 sqft
510 lower, 523 upper
$1549.50 ($18/sqft)/month + NNN.
Fabulous retail space available now! Two-levels of commercial space in the heart of downtown St. Johns. Plenty of natural light, ADU compliant bathroom, high ceilings and more! Building is shared with thriving businesses and is located on a high-foot traffic street. Endless possibilities! Bring us your ideas and let's make your business dreams come true!
8613 N Crawford St.
18,600 SF | Price upon request
This high-quality, newer construction, attractive, and functional two-story brick office building and attached warehouse is located near the vibrant Willamette River and Cathedral Park in St. Johns. The space features polished concrete floors, LED lighting, designer kitchen, and abundant natural light. Flexible zoning allows for a variety of commercial / industrial uses.
Further details can be found on Loopnet.com
8523 N Lombard St
Former St. Johns Vision Clinic
1647 square feet | $2475 per month + NNN
St. Johns Vision Clinic has moved to Leavitt St. and their former offices are now available to rent. This storefront is right across from the Plaza, and affords great foot traffic and visibility.
8714 N Lombard St
Former Anna Banana’s
This building, formerly a coffee shop, needs work, but it’s located right in the center of St. Johns and attracts walking traffic from the numerous businesses around!
For more information, call 503-723-4243.
8728 N Lombard St
Former Brekken’s
4,500 square feet
With a little bit of work, the right business could make this centrally-located former restaurant a fixture of the community!
For more information, call 503-723-4243.
8797 N Lombard St
Former Saint Rose
1,701 SF Retail Space/ $19.50 SF/YR
Adorable storefront in the Jowers building removed from the main street by an alley. Currently set up as a cosmetic clinic on two floors.
7740 N Lombard St
Former Dollar Tree
8,432 square feet
This large retail space has a ton of potential.
For more information, contact 503-922-0600 or mark@n-nres.com.
6635 N Baltimore Ave
Workshop St. Johns (multiple units)
200 to 10,500 square feet
This unique space is a renovated warehouse, which now houses a variety of spaces for artists, fabricators, and entrepreneurs. They offer a range of opportunities based on the tenants needs, and the current occupants have a vibrant and engaged community.
Commercial Properties for Sale
8218 N Lombard St
2864 SF
This 2,860 SF freestanding bar and music venue, plus 1,840 SF of patio space, offers a bright and open atmosphere with great natural light and excellent street visibility at a signalized intersection. Built in 1968, the single-story property is zoned C3 and has 129 feet of frontage on Richmond Ave. Conveniently located with public transportation access, this space is perfect for an owner-user looking to create a dynamic retail or entertainment venue in a vibrant neighborhood.
8223 N Decatur St
9,501 SF
Uncover an extraordinary investment opportunity at 8223 N Decatur Street in Portland's vibrant St. Johns neighborhood! This prime property boasts a 9,501 SF industrial building on a CM3-zoned 29,000 SF lot, with breathtaking views of the Willamette River and St. Johns Bridge. Just three blocks from downtown St. Johns, it offers incredible potential for a 145,000 SF multifamily or mixed-use development. Don't miss out on this chance to transform and elevate this versatile space!
8501-8511 N Lombard St
7,478 SF Retail Building Portland, OR 97203 $1,395,000
8501-8511 N Lombard Street (the “Property”) provides an opportunity to invest in a newly renovated, fully leased, income-generating property with future development potential in one of the most vibrant neighborhoods of Portland. The Property consists of 7,508 square feet of retail space with frontage on one of the city’s most up-and-coming neighborhood retail corridors, six miles from the heart of Downtown Portland.
The Property is fully occupied by two successful local tenants, each of which have invested heavily in their spaces. The Property offers strong cash flow and provides numerous opportunities to add value in both the short and long term. The Property is currently leased at below-market rents, with all three tenants scheduled to renew their leases when the economy is forecasted to have rebounded beyond its pre-pandemic level.
Long-term, the 7,508 square foot site possesses excellent development potential, with 30,000
square feet of commercial or multi-family development allowed.
8416 N Lombard St
2 Flex Properties Offered at $2,200,000 in Portland, OR. Looking for a prime investment opportunity in the vibrant core of St. Johns? Look no further! This unique property offers limitless potential with a 5,000 SF building and a 3,000 SF building fronting N. Lombard St, plus an expansive 10,000 SF of commercial mixed-use land. Imagine the possibilities: an outdoor beer garden, food cart pods, indoor bar, pickleball courts, retail shops, office spaces, a dance or yoga studio, or even a multitenant investment. You can occupy one space and let the other help pay your debt service. With great frontage, outdoor space, and ample parking, this is the perfect spot to get creative and bring your vision to life!
Price: $2,200,000 for both properties (8416 N Lombard St - $700,000; 8426 N Lombard St - $1,500,000).
7132 N Fessenden St
$625,000
2144 sf
Get ready to own or develop in style! This property on N Fessenden Street is a prime industrial/land development opportunity. With signage exposure to 3,200 vehicles daily, off-street parking, and grade loading, it's a steal at $625,000 for 2,144 SF. Built in 1949, it's got character and practicality, including a bus line and additional signage. Don't miss out on this adventure in ownership!
8824 N Lombard St
3,520 square feet| $1,525,000
The well-maintained free-standing building is owned and operated by a commercial painting contractor. The nicely designed office provides a mix of private offices and some open bullpen areas. The warehouse has exposed beams, and the office has skylights. Site also has 20 parking spaces available.
8950 N Lombard St
6,393 square feet| $15.00/SF/YR
Opportunity to lease a freestanding retail building in Rivergate submarket. The property is zoned Commercial Mixed Use 2 (CM2), which is a medium-scale, commercial mixed-use zone intended for sites in a variety of centers and corridors, in other mixed-use areas that are well served by frequent transit, or within larger areas zoned for multi-dwelling development.