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— 36 EXCHANGE STREET

Known as the Widgery Block and originally completed in 1871 in the Italianate style, this three-story building has been managed by East Brown Cow since its acquisition by Cow Exchange LLC in September 2022. The building was originally built by the Thomas family and features architectural details such as a semicircular roof pediment with carved wood corbels and cornice, a brick façade with shouldered and triangular arch window openings, and a storefront with granite Tuscan and cast-iron Corinthian columns. The ground level features prime retail, while the upper levels offer Class B office space. 

1 EXCHANGE STREET

BACKGROUND

Known as the Preble Heirs - International Telegraph Co. Block and originally completed in 1867 in a Second Empire style, this four-story building has been managed by East Brown Cow since its acquisition by Sol-002 LLC in January 2022. The ground level features prime retail, while the upper levels offer Class B office space. 

Property

Details

Property Details

Address

1 Exchange Street, Portland, ME, 04101

Use

Retail, F&B, Class B Office

Owner

Sol-002 LLC

Acquired

January 2026

Completed

1867

Building Size

6,180 Gross SF

Property Size

0.0282 Acres

Name

Preble Heirs - International Telegraph Co. Block

Style

Second Empire

Neighborhod

Old Port Square/Old Port

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