Originally built between 1894 and 1904 as a silk mill factory, 2400 8th Avenue produced some of the finest silks in the country. Preserving its long tradition as a workplace through meticulous restoration and renovation, The Mill is a desirable place to live, work, and dine in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Capital improvements include a complete façade renovation, the addition of arched windows, and a restoration of the facility's iconic smokestack. The property spans nearly 100,000 square feet across four stories, offering multi-use condominium units immediately available for sale or lease.
Numerous interior details nod to the property's industrial past. The building has exposed brick, heavy timber beams, and loft ceilings. During the day, incredible natural light floods workspaces through oversized double-glazed windows, offering picturesque downtown and mountain views. Amenities include overnight mail drop boxes, a centrally located IT room, and complete sprinkler fire protection.
Office accommodations feature new building systems, dual-feed highspeed fiber service, and open floor plans, providing the latest technologies for leading-edge businesses. The restaurant space at The Mill offers the ideal atmosphere for contemporary dining and special occasions, with beautiful southern yellow pine and timber beams exposed to the dining room floor 16 feet below. The dining room's high ceilings and 10 12-foot-high arched windows provide a magnificent sun-filled setting for approximately 100 guests. Seating areas for additional guests extend to the outdoor patio. A 6,062-square-foot retail space is available for an internet bank/café, travel agency, or coffee shop. This space is flexible and able to support a variety of uses.
The Mill, situated off Route 36, is near local eateries and pubs such as Lena's Cafe, Jack and George's, and Al's Tavern. The Mill is two hours from Pittsburgh and three hours from Washington, DC. The University Park Airport is 40 minutes away and offers direct flights to Detroit, Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington-Dulles, and Orlando.
Matthew Fox
Altoona/Blair County Development Corporation
