ICONIC COMMERCIAL BUILDING -- A rare opportunity to acquire a nearly 8,000 sq. ft. property featuring historic architecture and undeniable, one-of-a-kind charm, ideally located in the heart of Old Hull, one of Gatineau's most dynamic districts. A unique opportunity to become an owner-occupant of a large space on Promenade du Portage, whether to operate a restaurant, a bar or else, or to lease it to a tenant seeking to establish a presence in downtown Hull.
BUILDING -- 115--117 Promenade du Portage, Old Hull
Ground floor, mezzanine and portion of the 2nd floor: Bar SOLENA (owner-occupied), 6,000 sq. ft., NNN rent approx. $13,000/month.
Portion of the 2nd floor: Notary office, 2,000 sq. ft., lease until September 30, 2026, with one 5-year renewal option, rent $3,264.54/month + taxes.
Strategic location in the heart of Old Hull, on a lively artery with heavy pedestrian traffic.
Rapidly developing area: thousands of new residential units planned on Hull Island over the next 5--10 years, including major projects on Wellington, Promenade du Portage, Saint-Rédempteur, Champlain, Montcalm, Eddy, Zibi, and more.
The Ottawa Senators are expected to relocate in the medium term to LeBreton Flats, only 2 km from the property.
Highlights:
Exceptional visibility in a vibrant, fast-growing area.
Opportunity to be an owner-occupant and operate a wide range of businesses, including restaurant or bar.
Option to acquire the liquor license attached to the property: one of the few bar-category liquor licenses on Hull Island allowing dancing and live shows, with a capacity of 285 people indoors and 31 on the patio ($$$).
Option to acquire all bar equipment currently in operation, should there be interest in operating a restaurant or bar ($$$).
Certified appraisal of the property dated Fall 2025 at $1.9M--$2.0M.
Building details and property interior
Year constructed
1940
Living area
7,964 ft²
Windows
Aluminum
Siding
Brick, Stone, Stucco
Roofing
Elastomeric membrane
Basement
Low (less than 6 feet), Unfinished, Crawl space, 6 feet and more
Lot and exterior features
Lot size
58' X 88' 1"
Lot area
413.60 m²
Proximity
Highway, Public transportation
Characteristics
Heating System
Forced air
Heating Energy
Natural gas
Property or unit amenity
Signs allowed
Water Supply
Municipality
Sewage System
Municipality
Financial details
Municipal assessment (2025)
Lot assessment
$ 434,300
Building assessment
$ 609,600
Total
$ 1,043,900
Taxes
Municipal
(2025)
$ 31,280
School
(2025)
$ 824
Total
$ 32,104
Inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
Any device allowing the proper functioning of the BUILDING and any furniture or household appliances included in the leases.
Exclusions
Personal effects of tenants, tools belonging to the owner or the concierge.