For Lease: Creative Studio / Gallery / Retail Space in Ypsilanti’s Arts District
Welcome to one of downtown Ypsilanti’s most unique and charming commercial spaces. Located next to Riverside Arts Center at 56 N. Huron, this historic lower-level storefront sits in the heart of Ypsi’s vibrant arts district and benefits from strong foot traffic, vehicle visibility, and ample nearby street parking.
The space features exposed brick walls, high ceilings, warm wood-look flooring, abundant natural light, and a flexible layout ideal for a gallery, artist studio, salon, boutique retail shop, wellness space, creative office, tattoo studio, maker space, photography studio, or other low-impact creative/commercial use.
Approximately 600+ SF plus bonus basement and outdoor space, the unit includes:
- studio / retail area
- office or private workspace
- large full bathroom with shower
- basement office / break area with kitchenette and additional storage
- Private rear patio and enclosed courtyard, perfect for outdoor seating, pop-ups, client gatherings, or events
This location is surrounded by some of Ypsilanti’s favorite destinations including Riverside Arts Center, Ypsi Art Supply, Luna Gallery, Find & Shine Vintage, World of Rocks, Bird Dog Bakery, Beara Bakes, Cold Comfort Ice Cream, Ma Lou’s, 22 North Gallery, and more. The property is also just blocks from the University of Michigan Health Center campus.
Please note: this space is best suited for retail, studio, salon, gallery, office, or other low-impact commercial uses. Restaurant or heavy food-service uses will be considered in specific circumstances.
Rent is $1,200/month with a $1,200 security deposit. Tenant pays gas and electric through DTE and shares water costs with the upstairs tenant.
Available immediately.