645 Queen St East, Sault Ste Marie

About 645 Queen St East, Sault Ste Marie

The development of a new three-story ICF building in Sault Ste. Marie is a response to the previous structure on Queen Street, which was lost to a fire and subsequently demolished. The owner intends to build a three-story building comprising 26 to 30 units, utilizing ICF blocks to ensure the creation of a highly energy-efficient and robust structure.

The extensive construction experience of the owner’s engineers and team has enabled them to design and plan an optimal high-quality building for the vacant lot, which will also serve as affordable housing.

Property Details

Building Location: Sault Ste Marie

Building Type: Residential

Building Condition: New Build

Number of Rental Spaces: 30 residential units

Approx. Dimensions on Rental Space: 5,050 Square Feet

Age of Property: 2025

Property History

The property is improved with a 2 and 1⁄4 storey mixed use commercial building. The building was originally constructed in 1905 (according to MPAC) but has had significant renovations over the years. The building has a gross building area (G.B.A) of 6,496 square feet which includes 2,814 square feet (261.42 m2) on the main floor, 2814 square feet (261.42 m2) on the second floor and 868 square feet (80.64 m2) on the 3rd level.

The building also includes an unfinished basement which has approximately 1,974 square feet (183.39 m2). The main floor consists of a single a single commercial unit currently occupied by a retail store. This tenant also has access to the basement. The main floor unit is essentially open retail space and a bathroom.

The second level includes both a commercial tenant and a residential unit. The commercial tenant on the second floor is occupied by an “escape rooms” tenant. This unit would also be appropriate for an office. It has a reception area, 3 piece bath and 6 rooms which could be used as office space. The residential unit is a 2 bedroom unit with 3 piece baht, eat-in kitchen and living area. The third level of the building has a 1 bedroom residential unit with large eat-in kitchen, a 3 piece bath and a living area.