Incredible West Hamilton location a mere two blocks from the new arena and entertainment center, and right next door to Allentown Brew Works! Downtown Allentown is a happening place to open up a new shop or office space these days, and 808-810 West Hamilton is contributing to its vibrant atmosphere.
Area’s Population Growth (2010)
Population Growth Since 2000
Allentown 118,032 10.7%
Lehigh Valley; 647,232   11.7%
Lehigh County 349,497 11.9%
808-810 West Hamilton is located right within the heart of Allentown’s active downtown, which stretches from 4th Street to 13th Street. The 800 block in particular has been seeing a number of revitalization efforts in recent years, with the building at 812 West Hamilton, formerly the Harold’s Furniture building, now housing the immensely popular Allentown Brew Works. Several mixed-use, retail/office/residential buildings have undergone recent remodeling projects along this block as well, and this building is no exception with its three upper floors offering flexible and creative office space and highly functional and spacious retail space at ground level. The site provides businesses instant acknowledgment as patrons of the various neighboring establishments pass by.
Besides being located at a major intersection in the center of downtown, 808-810 West Hamilton has convenient access to public transportation and a network of highways. Just steps away at the northeast corner of West Hamilton and North 8th Street is a full-service bus station offering routes throughout Allentown’s urban and suburban areas, as well as to popular destinations like the Cedar Point Shopping Center and Cedar Crest College. Major routes conveniently leading straight to West Hamilton include State Route 2055 (becomes North 8th Street to the north and South 8th to the south), which meets with Interstate 78 just a few miles south. North/south running Pennsylvania Turnpike (Interstate 476) is also accessed within a few short miles.
Within a radius of just a few blocks, there are numerous attractions, restaurants, and conveniences that serve both the office and the retail tenant. Just one block west is the location for Allentown’s Holiday Inn Center City Hotel, a corporate and leisure destination that has enjoyed renovations throughout and features 10,000 square feet of meeting space and a 24-hour Business Center. A short walk to 5th Street brings you to Allentown Art Museum of Lehigh Valley, a city treasure that welcomes more than 100,000 visitors each year. The 75-year old museum features a collection of more than 17,000 works of art and underwent major renovations and an expansion of 10,000 square feet in 2010 and 2011.
Located at 23 North 6th Street, the Allentown Symphony Hall is a 1200-seat performing arts venue whose versatile lineup has featured such greats as Bing Crosby, the Marx Brothers, Sarah Bernhardt, Placido Domingo, the Allentown Symphony Orchestra, and the many talented local bands that often perform here. The performance hall has been entertaining visitors from near and far since 1899. With popular destinations such as these located within a short walk away from 808-810 West Hamilton Street, it is no surprise that the location has earned a “Very Walkable” status on walkscore.com.
Among the popular nearby retail shops is the fashionable Rainbow store, offering trendy women’s clothing at an affordable price. Also within walking distance are Family Dollar, Hot 742, Parks Footwear, Lehigh Carbon Community College, Made in Brazil Brazilian Steakhouse, Robata of Tokyo, Garden Gate Natural Foods, and several banks, churches, and various government and professional offices.
Building Features and Highlights:
- Majestic four-story limestone building with ornate decorative façade and roofline
- First floor retail with high-profile signage opportunity
- Floors 2, 3, and 4 are flex spaces ideal for offices, creative light manufacturing, or artist lofts
- Each floor offers approximately 5600 square feet of open, versatile space
- All floors served by passenger and freight elevators
- Large windows facing West Hamilton Street
- Durable hardwood flooring
- Ideal tenants of the office units include photo studio, call center, architect/engineering firm, daycare center, marketing firm, or non-profit agency
- Neighbors established businesses and institutions like Allentown Brew Works and Allentown Symphony Hall
- Short distance to proposed hockey area and entertainment center
- Bus station just steps away
- Highly walkable downtown location
Recent approved plans for the exciting new hockey arena and entertainment center in Downtown Allentown were unveiled March 13, 2012. The arena and its surrounding complex will feature the following:
- 8,500-seat, $158-million arena, home to the Philadelphia Flyers’ minor-league affiliate the Phantoms
- Arena expected to draw 500,000 visitors annually
- Seven-story office complex
- Seven-floor, 180-room hotel
- Two new parking decks, offering 600-700 parking spaces
An already vibrant downtown will take on an entirely new function with the addition of this new entertainment destination and its hundreds of thousands of visiting consumers. Tenants of 808-810 West Hamilton can count on success from this increasingly active and progressive location!
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