Welcome to 762 Ouellette – a Mixed-Use Commercial Powerhouse in Downtown Windsor listed at $799,900.

Overview

762 Ouellette Avenue offers an expansive mixed-use two-storey commercial space with exceptional flexibility, thanks to its CD 3.1 zoning. Boasting over 4,500 sq. ft., the property features multiple washroom stalls on the main level, private rear parking, and the infrastructure to support a wide range of uses. The second floor presents a blank canvas, ready to be customized to suit your vision. This prime location delivers outstanding value per square foot—an opportunity not to be missed.

Rare CD 3.1 zoning permits a wide range of commercial, assembly, and mixed-use residential applications—ideal for investors, owner-users, or redevelopment.

Zoning

CD 3.1

CD 3.1 is one of Windsor’s most flexible mixed-use commercial zones, allowing a wide range of commercial, institutional, and residential uses:

• Permits a wide range of commercial uses including retail, restaurant, office, and personal service
• Allows medical and professional uses, including clinics and studios
• Zoning supports entertainment and assembly uses (ideal for restaurant, bar, or event space)
• Hospitality uses permitted, including hotel or boutique accommodations
• Mixed-use residential allowed – opportunity to add dwelling units on upper levels
• Ideal for investors or owner-users seeking multi-use flexibility
• Supports high-traffic, service-based businesses along a prime commercial corridor
• Existing layout (multiple washrooms + large open areas) aligns well with permitted high-capacity uses
• Strong leasing potential due to broad permitted use spectrum

Investment Highlights

• Prime high-exposure location along Ouellette Avenue
• Expansive 4,500+ sq. ft. of space across two levels
• Highly flexible CD 3.1 zoning permitting retail, restaurant, office, medical, and entertainment uses
• Multiple existing washrooms—well-suited for hospitality or high-capacity operations
• Private rear parking providing added convenience for staff and customers
• Robust utility capacity to support a wide range of commercial applications
• Significant value-add potential, with an open-concept second floor ready for lease-up or customization

Downtown Windsor Investment & Revitalization Overview

Major Private & Public Development Pipeline

Large-Scale Mixed-Use Residential Projects

Downtown Windsor is experiencing a surge in residential density through several major projects, including multi-hundred-million-dollar developments along Riverside Drive and adjacent corridors. These projects introduce hundreds of new residential units with integrated ground-floor commercial space, significantly increasing downtown population and pedestrian activity.

Key outcomes include:

• Substantial increase in full-time downtown residents
• Expansion of street-level retail opportunities
• Strengthening of Riverside Drive as a primary mixed-use corridor

High-Rise Waterfront Development Activity

New high-rise proposals along the waterfront corridor continue to reinforce downtown Windsor as a modern residential and lifestyle destination. These developments typically include:

• Ground-floor commercial units designed for retail and service uses
• Underground parking and modern mixed-use design standards
• Long-term enhancement of waterfront walkability and visibility

Infill & Mid-Core Redevelopment

Smaller-scale redevelopment projects are actively converting underutilized municipal and private lands into residential and mixed-use housing, further densifying the downtown core and improving long-term commercial sustainability.

Municipal Investment & Incentive Programs

The City of Windsor has implemented a range of financial incentives and redevelopment tools aimed at accelerating downtown revitalization, including:

• Downtown Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grants
• Brownfield redevelopment funding support
• Tax increment-based financing tools
• Building improvement and adaptive reuse incentives

These programs are designed to reduce redevelopment costs and improve project feasibility for private investors and developers.

“Strengthen the Core” Revitalization Strategy

The City’s long-term downtown strategy focuses on transforming the core into a vibrant, 18-hour mixed-use district through:

• Streetscape and public realm improvements
• Increased residential density targets
• Enhanced safety, cleanliness, and maintenance programs
• Expanded events and downtown activation initiatives

This coordinated approach is intended to increase both daytime and evening activity levels, directly supporting commercial tenant demand.

Investment Implications for Commercial Buyers

The convergence of public investment, private development, and policy incentives is creating strong fundamentals for commercial real estate performance in downtown Windsor.

Key advantages include:

• Rising residential population base supporting retail demand
• Increased pedestrian traffic across key corridors
• Improved feasibility for value-add redevelopment projects
• Strong municipal support for downtown-focused investment
• Early-stage positioning within a transitioning urban core

Agents

Tom Scully | 226.344.9411 | http://www.thomasscully.com | hello@thomasscully.com

Royal LePage Binder Realty

John Merrill | 519.819.2838 | http://www.johnmerrillsells.com | johnmerrillsells@gmail.com

Royal LePage Binder Realty