Downtown Berkeley longtime proven retail space for lease in corner landmark Kress building. Architectural appeal with +/-8,000 rsf  – can be combined with 2026 Shattuck for an additional +/-2,750 rsf. LEASE RATE: Contact Broker. Ground floor retail with soaring 18' ceilings. Large display windows on 2 sides.   Excellent natural light.   Terrific signage opportunity. Cornerstone building of the thriving Downtown Arts District – with 2,000+ live theater and music venue seats including Berkeley Rep, Aurora Theatre, Freight & Salvage, The Marsh, California Jazz Conservatory, and BAMPFA. Heavy foot traffic. Steps to BART Plaza. 1 block to UC Berkeley with daily headcount over 62,000.   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, 2,554 of which are located in off-street lots and garages. 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.