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2181 NW Nicolai St
Portland, OR 97210

Rate Upon Request

Manufacturing For Lease  •  25,000+ SF

Property Details

  • Property Type Manufacturing
  • Year Built 1910
  • Total Building Size 125,000 SF
  • Tenancy Single
  • Building Class A
  • Zoning IH, Portland
47 Transit Score
62 Walk Score

5 Spaces Available

Name Space Use Size Rent Details
Bsmt Floor Ste Industrial 25,000 SF Rate Upon Request
**Contact broker for details regarding remaining lease term and availability. 

Available FOR SALE or FOR LEASE

Cushman & Wakefield is proud to offer this exciting and culturally significant development in Portland’s real estate and design community.

The Schoolhouse Factory Building is a historic and architecturally iconic structure located at 2181 NW Nicolai Street. For years, this four-story, 125,000+ square foot building has served as the headquarters, showroom, and manufacturing facility for Schoolhouse Electric, one of Portland’s most beloved and nationally recognized design brands. With Schoolhouse transitioning out of the space, the building presents a rare opportunity for a new chapter in one of the city’s most storied locations.

Built in 1910 and designed by renowned architect John Virginius Bennes, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Pacific Hardware & Steel Company Warehouse. It stands as a remarkable example of early 20th-century industrial architecture — thoughtfully restored to preserve its original character while supporting modern creative use.

Schoolhouse Electric, founded in 2003, has been a landmark trailblazer in American lighting and home goods. Their mission — to create new-generation heirlooms — has been deeply tied to this physical space, which has become emblematic of Portland’s design-forward, hands-on spirit. This transition marks both the end of an era and the beginning of a new opportunity for an entrepreneur, creative enterprise, or company that values the cultural and architectural legacy of Portland.

Contact us today for more details and to schedule a private tour of this unique property.

  • Date available: Dec 2026
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: To Be Determined
  • Space Type: Relet
  • In Contiguous block: 125,000 SF
1st Floor Ste Industrial 25,000 SF Rate Upon Request
**Contact broker for details regarding remaining lease term and availability. 

Available FOR SALE or FOR LEASE

Cushman & Wakefield is proud to offer this exciting and culturally significant development in Portland’s real estate and design community.

The Schoolhouse Factory Building is a historic and architecturally iconic structure located at 2181 NW Nicolai Street. For years, this four-story, 125,000+ square foot building has served as the headquarters, showroom, and manufacturing facility for Schoolhouse Electric, one of Portland’s most beloved and nationally recognized design brands. With Schoolhouse transitioning out of the space, the building presents a rare opportunity for a new chapter in one of the city’s most storied locations.

Built in 1910 and designed by renowned architect John Virginius Bennes, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Pacific Hardware & Steel Company Warehouse. It stands as a remarkable example of early 20th-century industrial architecture — thoughtfully restored to preserve its original character while supporting modern creative use.

Schoolhouse Electric, founded in 2003, has been a landmark trailblazer in American lighting and home goods. Their mission — to create new-generation heirlooms — has been deeply tied to this physical space, which has become emblematic of Portland’s design-forward, hands-on spirit. This transition marks both the end of an era and the beginning of a new opportunity for an entrepreneur, creative enterprise, or company that values the cultural and architectural legacy of Portland.

Contact us today for more details and to schedule a private tour of this unique property.

  • Date available: Dec 2026
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: To Be Determined
  • Space Type: Relet
  • In Contiguous block: 125,000 SF
2nd Floor Ste Industrial 25,000 SF Rate Upon Request
**Contact broker for details regarding remaining lease term and availability. 

Available FOR SALE or FOR LEASE

Cushman & Wakefield is proud to offer this exciting and culturally significant development in Portland’s real estate and design community.

The Schoolhouse Factory Building is a historic and architecturally iconic structure located at 2181 NW Nicolai Street. For years, this four-story, 125,000+ square foot building has served as the headquarters, showroom, and manufacturing facility for Schoolhouse Electric, one of Portland’s most beloved and nationally recognized design brands. With Schoolhouse transitioning out of the space, the building presents a rare opportunity for a new chapter in one of the city’s most storied locations.

Built in 1910 and designed by renowned architect John Virginius Bennes, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Pacific Hardware & Steel Company Warehouse. It stands as a remarkable example of early 20th-century industrial architecture — thoughtfully restored to preserve its original character while supporting modern creative use.

Schoolhouse Electric, founded in 2003, has been a landmark trailblazer in American lighting and home goods. Their mission — to create new-generation heirlooms — has been deeply tied to this physical space, which has become emblematic of Portland’s design-forward, hands-on spirit. This transition marks both the end of an era and the beginning of a new opportunity for an entrepreneur, creative enterprise, or company that values the cultural and architectural legacy of Portland.

Contact us today for more details and to schedule a private tour of this unique property.

  • Date available: Dec 2026
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: To Be Determined
  • Space Type: Relet
  • In Contiguous block: 125,000 SF
3rd Floor Ste Industrial 25,000 SF Rate Upon Request
**Contact broker for details regarding remaining lease term and availability. 

Available FOR SALE or FOR LEASE

Cushman & Wakefield is proud to offer this exciting and culturally significant development in Portland’s real estate and design community.

The Schoolhouse Factory Building is a historic and architecturally iconic structure located at 2181 NW Nicolai Street. For years, this four-story, 125,000+ square foot building has served as the headquarters, showroom, and manufacturing facility for Schoolhouse Electric, one of Portland’s most beloved and nationally recognized design brands. With Schoolhouse transitioning out of the space, the building presents a rare opportunity for a new chapter in one of the city’s most storied locations.

Built in 1910 and designed by renowned architect John Virginius Bennes, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Pacific Hardware & Steel Company Warehouse. It stands as a remarkable example of early 20th-century industrial architecture — thoughtfully restored to preserve its original character while supporting modern creative use.

Schoolhouse Electric, founded in 2003, has been a landmark trailblazer in American lighting and home goods. Their mission — to create new-generation heirlooms — has been deeply tied to this physical space, which has become emblematic of Portland’s design-forward, hands-on spirit. This transition marks both the end of an era and the beginning of a new opportunity for an entrepreneur, creative enterprise, or company that values the cultural and architectural legacy of Portland.

Contact us today for more details and to schedule a private tour of this unique property.

  • Date available: Dec 2026
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: To Be Determined
  • Space Type: Relet
  • In Contiguous block: 125,000 SF
4th Floor Ste Industrial 25,000 SF Rate Upon Request
**Contact broker for details regarding remaining lease term and availability. 

Available FOR SALE or FOR LEASE

Cushman & Wakefield is proud to offer this exciting and culturally significant development in Portland’s real estate and design community.

The Schoolhouse Factory Building is a historic and architecturally iconic structure located at 2181 NW Nicolai Street. For years, this four-story, 125,000+ square foot building has served as the headquarters, showroom, and manufacturing facility for Schoolhouse Electric, one of Portland’s most beloved and nationally recognized design brands. With Schoolhouse transitioning out of the space, the building presents a rare opportunity for a new chapter in one of the city’s most storied locations.

Built in 1910 and designed by renowned architect John Virginius Bennes, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Pacific Hardware & Steel Company Warehouse. It stands as a remarkable example of early 20th-century industrial architecture — thoughtfully restored to preserve its original character while supporting modern creative use.

Schoolhouse Electric, founded in 2003, has been a landmark trailblazer in American lighting and home goods. Their mission — to create new-generation heirlooms — has been deeply tied to this physical space, which has become emblematic of Portland’s design-forward, hands-on spirit. This transition marks both the end of an era and the beginning of a new opportunity for an entrepreneur, creative enterprise, or company that values the cultural and architectural legacy of Portland.

Contact us today for more details and to schedule a private tour of this unique property.

  • Date available: Dec 2026
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: To Be Determined
  • Space Type: Relet
  • In Contiguous block: 125,000 SF

Description

**Contact broker for details regarding remaining lease term and availability. 

Available FOR SALE or FOR LEASE

Cushman & Wakefield is proud to offer this exciting and culturally significant development in Portland’s real estate and design community.

The Schoolhouse Factory Building is a historic and architecturally iconic structure located at 2181 NW Nicolai Street. For years, this four-story, 125,000+ square foot building has served as the headquarters, showroom, and manufacturing facility for Schoolhouse Electric, one of Portland’s most beloved and nationally recognized design brands. With Schoolhouse transitioning out of the space, the building presents a rare opportunity for a new chapter in one of the city’s most storied locations.

Built in 1910 and designed by renowned architect John Virginius Bennes, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Pacific Hardware & Steel Company Warehouse. It stands as a remarkable example of early 20th-century industrial architecture — thoughtfully restored to preserve its original character while supporting modern creative use.

Schoolhouse Electric, founded in 2003, has been a landmark trailblazer in American lighting and home goods. Their mission — to create new-generation heirlooms — has been deeply tied to this physical space, which has become emblematic of Portland’s design-forward, hands-on spirit. This transition marks both the end of an era and the beginning of a new opportunity for an entrepreneur, creative enterprise, or company that values the cultural and architectural legacy of Portland.

Contact us today for more details and to schedule a private tour of this unique property.

Highlights

4 Floors + Basement (Approx. 25,000 SF each)
Combination of improved spaces, open creative / assembly areas & light manufacturing
Main floor boasts a high-end cafe adjoining high ceiling, old growth timber adorned showroom
Floors 2-4 feature recently Updated Period-Centric Office Buildout with City Views
All New Systems Throughout, 3 Service Elevators + Heavy 3-Phase throughout
Dock-High with Loading Ramp (5 Doors Total)

Property Flyers

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Signage
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Major Tenants

Tenant SF Occupied Lease End Date
Schoolhouse

Public Transportation

Commuter RailDriveWalkDistance
Portland (Amtrak Cascades - Amtrak, Coast Starlight - Amtrak, Empire Builder - Amtrak) 5 min - 1.6 mi
Vancouver (Amtrak Cascades - Amtrak, Coast Starlight - Amtrak, Empire Builder - Amtrak) 16 min - 9.0 mi
Transit/SubwayDriveWalkDistance
Nw 23Rd & Marshall (Portland Streetcar - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)) 3 min 17 min 0.9 mi
Nw 21St & Northrup (Portland Streetcar - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)) 3 min 18 min 0.9 mi
Nw 22Nd & Northrup (Portland Streetcar - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)) 3 min 18 min 1.0 mi
Nw 18Th & Northrup (Portland Streetcar - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)) 3 min 18 min 1.0 mi
Nw 22Nd & Lovejoy (Portland Streetcar - Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Rail (TriMet Rail)) 4 min 20 min 1.1 mi
AirportDriveWalkDistance
Portland International 22 min - 11.4 mi

Parking Details

Parking Available: Yes
Reserved: No
Type: Surface
Included in Rent: Yes
Brad Carnese 503-504-0102 Cushman & Wakefield of Oregon, Inc.
Brad Carnese 503-504-0102 Cushman & Wakefield of Oregon, Inc.