205 South State Street
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Retail | Single tenant
Building description
Located at 205 S State St in the heart of Downtown Ann Arbor, this rare first-floor retail opportunity offers 7,638 SF of premier street-level space in one of Michigan's most dynamic urban submarkets.
Previously occupied by Buffalo Wild Wings, the space is now available for lease for the first time since the building's construction in 2004, presenting a unique chance to secure a fully built-out restaurant location with strong legacy infrastructure in place.
Positioned along the highly active State Street corridor, the property benefits from exceptional visibility and continuous pedestrian traffic driven by its direct proximity to the University of Michigan's Central Campus, as well as surrounding national retailers, bars, restaurants, and student housing. The immediate area serves as a primary connector between campus and downtown Ann Arbor, generating consistent foot traffic throughout the day and into the evening.
The site boasts an outstanding 97 Walk Score (Walker's Paradise), reflecting its true pedestrian-oriented environment where daily needs, entertainment, and dining are all within walking distance. This level of walkability supports strong daytime and nighttime population density, making it one of the most sought-after retail corridors in the Midwest.
The space features prominent frontage, excellent street exposure, and a flexible open layout well-suited for restaurant, bar, experiential retail, or service-oriented concepts. Existing infrastructure from its prior restaurant use provides significant value for operators looking to minimize buildout costs and accelerate opening timelines.
Building highlights
- 7,638 SF first-floor retail space located at 205 S State St in the heart of Downtown Ann Arbor
- Former Buffalo Wild Wings — fully built-out restaurant space with existing infrastructure in place
- First time available on market since original building construction in 2004
- Positioned on the highly trafficked State Street corridor, directly connecting the University of Michigan campus to downtown
- Surrounded by dense student housing, national retailers, and a strong mix of restaurants, bars, and entertainment uses
- Exceptional pedestrian environment with a "Walker's Paradise" 97 Walk Score, driven by constant student and downtown foot traffic
- Ideal for restaurant, bar, experiential retail, or service-oriented concepts seeking a flagship downtown presence
- Over 32,000 students reside in nine high-rise buildings within a 5-minute walk of the property
- Located within a 5–10 minute walk to The Diag (center of campus), Kerrytown, and Main Street retail & dining districts
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