8 S Farwell Street, Eau Claire, WI 54701

14,343 sqft · $56/sqft · 0.29 acres · Built 1919

MLS# 1605881

Listed Oct 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM

About 8 S Farwell Street, Eau Claire, WI 54701

Discover the potential of this historic downtown Eau Claire property, originally constructed in 1919 as a wholesale fruit distribution warehouse.

Situated along the banks of the Chippewa River, this unique building offers character, history, and endless possibilities for its next chapter.

Currently utilized as warehouse and office space, the property features an elevator and a versatile layout that could accommodate a variety of potential uses, including an event center, restaurant, bar, apartments, or mixed-use development.

Previously operated as a men’s homeless shelter, the building has served several purposes throughout its history.

While the property is in need of some TLC, it presents an excellent opportunity for renovation and redevelopment.

Conveniently located near Phoenix Park, the scenic Chippewa River bike trail, and the many shops, restaurants, and attractions of historic downtown Eau Claire.

Bring your vision and explore the possibilities this distinctive riverfront property has to offer! All proposed uses are subject to applicable zoning and municipal approvals.

Property Details

Possession: Close Of Escrow
Zoning: Commercial
Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Foundation: Block, Poured
Construction: Brick
Interior Features: Elevator, Storage
View: River
County: Eau Claire
Township: City of Eau Claire
Directions: From Hwy 53, take Exit 86 to Hastings Way. Turn left on Brackett Ave, follow to Washington St, then right on S Farwell St to property.
Parcel Number: 1822122709200049008
Legal Description: Lengthy - See Agent Remarks
Listing Brokerage: Elite Realty Group, LLC

Location

Parks
Boat landings
Bike trails

What's Near 8 S Farwell St, Eau Claire, WI 54701

Nearby Parks

Nearby Boat Landings

Hobbs Landing

1.3 mi
Anson Boat Launch

14.5 mi

Nearby Bike Trails

Eau Claire Area Schools

Eau Claire Area School District

Nearby colleges & universities

UW–Eau Claire 1.1 mi · Eau Claire
CVTC – Eau Claire 2.5 mi · Eau Claire
CVTC – Chippewa Falls 10 mi · Chippewa Falls

School information is sourced from public NCES data (assigned public schools from attendance-boundary data; nearby private schools and colleges by distance) and may change. Confirm directly with the school or district before relying on it.