Aurora Theatre -Historic Kress Corner Berkeley, CA 94704 Espace disponible | 743–1 678 m²

Downtown Berkeley longtime proven retail space for lease in corner landmark Kress building with architectural appeal. Gateway to the Arts District. LEASE RATE: Call Broker Ground floor retail with soaring 18' ceilings. Large display windows on 2 sides. Excellent natural light.   Terrific signage opportunity. Cornerstone building of the Downtown Arts District with live theater and music venues including the Berkeley Rep, The Freight, The Marsh Arts Center, and California Jazz Conservatory. Heavy foot traffic. Steps to BART Plaza. 1 block to UC Berkeley with daily headcount over 69,000.   Vibrant urban hub, close to all downtown amenities.   Amid popular eateries including Comal, Cholita Linda, Mixt, Eureka!, Rose Pizzeria, Ippudo, Sliver Pizzeria, Jupiter, Revival Bar+Kitchen, and Gather.   Close to several parking garages/lots – 5,630 parking spaces in Downtown Berkeley, with 720 spaces just a half block away in Center Street Garage. Surrounded by many new housing developments. 3 blocks to Trader Joe’s. Quick walk to North Shattuck’s destination culinary scene. Near fitness/gyms including Orangetheory Fitness, CycleBar, and Berkeley YMCA. Excellent public transportation network. Easy walk to world-class theatre, galleries, live music, and sports venues.

Magnificent theatre/event space – allowed for high occupancy. This historic theatre is in the heart of Downtown Berkeley’s Arts District. Step through the stunning clerestory entrance and into a space steeped in cultural significance. Inside, the entryway’s exposed brick walls and prominent structural steel beams highlight the architectural character of the space, creating a dramatic and memorable first impression. The two-story, light-filled lobby serves as a vibrant gathering space, complete with a ticket booth, concession stand, staircase, and elevator access to the upper level. Feel the anticipation in the air as you enter the main stage theatre or rehearsal room – spaces designed to inspire both performers and audiences. Recent upgrades include modern code compliance and reinforced structural enhancements, along with the following amenities: - Impressive brick exterior with clerestory window entrance - 150 audience seating in performance theatre - High ceilings, accent lighting, ceiling fans - Flex rehearsal, performance, exhibit space occupancy 49 - 5 offices and conference room with kitchenette - High potential for shared space - Easy accessibility - 1200 AMPS power Major build-out completed by previous tenant with intact lighting/sound equipment and set fabrication workshop – ready for immediate operation. Inspiration for any creatively-inclined user envisioning a theatre, lecture space, educational space, exhibit space, gallery, gathering space, museum, event venue, Workshop space, and more! Nearby entertainment seats: 117,692. In the heart of the Downtown Berkeley Arts District, next to the Berkeley Repertory Theatre, across from The Freight music venue, The Jazzcaffè, and the 720-car Center Street parking garage – including parking for 350 bicycles. 1 block to UC Berkeley 2 blocks to Target. Steps away from Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza and Transit area – a large open space with bistro tables and chairs, ambient sound system, and public art. Quick walk to Berkeley’s North Shattuck culinary district. Close to BAMPFA, The Greek Theatre, ACCI Gallery, Zellerbach Hall, Hertz Hall, and several sports venues. Surrounded by an array of dining options, with cuisine from all over the world. Just 2 blocks from both the highly rated Residence Inn by Marriott and Hotel Shattuck Plaza.