OPPORTUNITIES

The 1918 Campus at 629 Arabella Street

Defiance, Ohio 43512

IT IS FOR SALE!!

Are you interested in breathing new life into a beloved landmark to help preserve this beautiful historic building that has direct access to our downtown Defiance area!  This site was an architectural gem and has so much reuse potential for the right developer and investor!! 

Submit an offer and a proposal on the reuse of the 1918 Campus soon!

By using adaptive reuse renovations, we are envisioning:

  • A Boutique Hotel or Upscale Apartments or Condominiums
  • Restaurant/Bar
  • Café
  • Collaborative Workspace
  • Education Center
  • Event/Venue Space utilizing the gym floor and surrounding area.

There are so many options, and we welcome your thoughts and ideas! 


A Downtown Focal Point Overlooking Downtown Defiance for 100+ Years!

1918 building frony

The City of Defiance, Ohio owns the 1918 building portion and the former football field. The Defiance City School Board of Education owns the recently updated Defiance Community Auditorium and the Claude Henkle  Building that are attached.

*** 1918 BUILDING INFORMATION ***

DOCUMENTS

Other related information

  1. Defiance Housing Analysis
  2. Site Map concept 1918 Campus by Garman Miller
  3. National Register Information on 1918 Building
  4. As-Builts Defiance 1918 Campus (PDF)

 *** IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES! ***

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300 CLINTON STREET 

300 Clinton Street buildingmap 300 clinton street 

https://www.naiharmon.com/search-properties/?propertyId=1248077-lease

Property Details

Lease Rate:$10,000.00 SF/yr (NNN)
Property Type:Retail
Building Size:10,000 SF

Property Description

Major renovation of a historic downtown building at the busiest intersection in Defiance. The main level is available to be built out for restaurant space, with the potential for some outside dining. The second and third floor are available for office suites.

Location Description

Defiance is located on US 24 as a regional draw between Toledo and Fort Wayne, IN It is a county seat and economic hub for the six county area. Defiance is home to two major health systems, and also a four year liberal arts college. It has a strong manufacturing and entrepreneurial base, with new companies entering the market.

The subject is located in downtown Defiance at the busiest intersection in the city. This "Main and Main location" at Second Street and Clinton Street is the intersections of four State Routes. Downtown Clinton Street is anchored by the Maumee River on the north, and the historic 1918 building and Triangle Park on the south. The downtown is active with many different events and festivals, such as Lilac Festival, Rib Fest, Chocolate Walk, Thunder on the River boat races, Halloween Parade and others. This location is in the heart of the Defiance Outdoor Refreshment Area(DORA), where alcoholic beverages can be enjoyed in public within the specific boundaries.

Highlights

  • Historic Renovation of a "Main and Main" Location
  • Prime Opportunity, Unparalleled Visibility
  • Main Floor Restaurant Space to be Built Out
  • Possible Outdoor Dining Area
  • Second and Third Floor Office Space to be Built Out
  • New Elevator