Park Building 140 Public Square

Park Building

140 Public Square Cleveland, OH 

Frank Barnum would be proud. When erected in 1904, the Park Building was like few others. Not just in Cleveland. In the world. Its architect was Frank Barnum, a devotee of the Chicago Style of architecture, which utilized new technologies and practices. Many aspects of this fascinating building are still perfectly in place today.We hope you’ll take a couple of minutes to read about how we were able to maintain the look and integrity of so many of the building’s original elements, and the singular aura and aesthetic pleasure they provide to the tenants and new owners in this Cleveland landmark, the Park Building. Proof that true beauty is timelessWhen built by F.S. Barnum and Company Architects in 1904, the nine-story Park Building represented a new era in “skyscraper building” design and construction. 

Barnum was influenced by the Chicago School of architecture, spawned in the aftermath of the Great Chicago Fire. The new Park Building utilized innovative building techniques such as Roebling Steel Cable for concrete floor reinforcement. Due to cost restraints this type of construction would not even be considered today.The ambitious project was spearheaded by T.M. Swetland, who with wife Carrie operated a candy store precisely where the Park Building now stands. Upon completion the Park Building instantly became one of the crown jewels of the downtown cityscape, and over the decades it has housed lawyers, dentists, barbers, dress shops, insurance companies, architects and news journals, a stamp redemption center, and countless other businesses small and large.The Swetland family continued to own and care for the building throughout the twentieth century. Since 1938 the building had been meticulously maintained by David W. Swetland, grandson of T.M. Swetland. 

In 2006 Matthew Howells became the building’s second owner, and in turn began making plans to turn this elegant building into a one-of-a-kind living space.The Park Building features bronze and granite facing, large bay windows on the second and third floors, oak trim throughout, and tall ceilings. Due to the number of large windows, the interiors are especially bright with natural light throughout. Every unit offers an uncompromising view of Public Square.The intention of the design has been to maintain the historic integrity of the building, and supplement the classic features and finishes which have aged well, such as the stone, metal and wood detailing. Original maple flooring has been restored to once again reveal a glorious luster, and the hand-poured terrazzo flooring is as beautiful and tough as ever.On April 16th, 2009 Cleveland’s downtown history turns a corner as the Park Building officially becomes home to a small group of thrilled new tenants and owners.

FEATURES INCLUDE

2 and 3 bedroom suites

Four stunning penthouses that will sit atop Public Square

Attached parking

Refinished hardwood floors

Ok molding and trim

Expansive windows

Granite kitchen countertops

Outdoor porches and decks on some units

Optional fireplace

Den or live-work space in some units

Walking distance to Tower City, the Warehouse District, the Gateway District and the excitement of East Fourth Street

Stunning views of Public Square

Amenities include character, history, charm and atmosphere.At the Park Building, every effort has been taken to maintain its historic integrity and charm, and indeed, because this jewel was constructed with ahead-of-its-time materials and workmanship, the building retains a great deal of its original materials, details and character.The only residential units on Public Square, this Cleveland landmark features 25 luxury condominiums, including four stunning top-floor town homes with large “window walls,” and balconies with inspiring views that take in Public Square, Lake Erie and the entirety of Cleveland’s downtown.Amenities include:2 & 3 bedroom suitesStunning penthouses atop Public SquareOak molding and trimOak entrance doors with opaque glass inlayGranite kitchen countertopsOptional fireplacesRefinished original hardwood maple & terrazzo floors throughoutLarge bay windows on 2nd & 3rd floorsExpansive windows in all unitsOutdoor decks on east corner unitsOutdoor terraces on penthousesAttached storage unitsAttached indoor parkingTax Abatement 

SCHOOLS NEAR 140 PUBLIC SQUARE
Schools	Distance	No. of Students	Grades
Cleveland Arts and Social Sciences Academy	0.54 miles	178	K-6
Arts and Science Preparatory Academy	0.54	197	K-8
Cleveland Lighthouse Community School	0.57	193	K-4
Villaview Lighthouse Community School	0.57	75	5-7
Successtech Academy School	0.69	258	9-12
Eleanor Gerson High School	0.86	31	9-12
Cleveland Academy for Scholarship and Technology	0.93	370	9-12
Lakeside College Preparatory Academy	1.14	90	K-4
Weem School	1.36	89	K-7
Hope Academy Lincoln Park	1.40	155	K-6
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School	1.47	269	PK,K-8

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