1651 Forum Pl

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This office space presents an exceptional value proposition in a highly desirable corporate park. The property’s accessibility and professional environment make it an attractive option for a variety of office users, from legal and financial firms to medical and technology-focused businesses.

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1651 Forum Pl

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1651 Forum Pl
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
United States
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Property Type: Retail
Base Rent: $24/SF
Listing Status: Active

Contact Info

Michael Mandel
Cell: 561-706-2905
Michael@atlanticcg.com

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Property Description

This 1,200 SF retail and office suite is located off Congress Avenue and Palm Beach Lakes Blvd in West Palm Beach. Forum House is a 6,370 square foot multi-tenant strip center near the Forum Professional Office buildings and the Palm Beach Outlets. With the Palm Beach Outlet mall open, the daily traffic counts on Palm Beach Lakes Blvd. have increased dramatically with plenty of nearby shopping, restaurants, lodging and entertainment. Forum House has easy access to I-95 as well as downtown West Palm Beach, the Tri Rail station, Palm Beach Island, and the Palm Beach International Airport.

Location Description

Located in the prestigious Forum Corporate Park in West Palm Beach, this area is a strategic hub for professional services. The location offers tenants easy access to I-95, Palm Beach International Airport, and the broader West Palm Beach business community, making it a key destination for both local and national firms.

Additional Information Site Highlights
Building Size: 6,370
Operating Expenses: $7.00
Min. Divisible Space: 1,200
Max. Contiguous Space: 1,200
Total SF Available: 1,200

Close proximity to I-95 & downtown West Palm

Located near Palm Beach outlet mall

Flexible zoning

High traffic area

Walking distance to shops, restaurants, entertainment & lodging

Office or retail space

 

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