Re-imagining a 140-year old warehouse
Kingston Strand LLC has recently acquired the property and has embarked on a complete rehabilitation of the historic structure, positioning the property for the next user of this unique facility. The nearly 5,000 sq ft building is sited on 1.5 acres of land with unobstructed views of the Rondout creek at its entry to the Hudson River. Ownership has targeted the craft movement (i.e. brewery, roasting, furniture, arts creation) for light industrial, manufacturing, and showroom use, potentially interacting with the public.
The property is located in an Opportunity Zone and many incentives are offered on the city, county, state, and federal level.
Kingston with its centrally located position in the Hudson valley has experienced rapid growth in the residential and commercial sectors.
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Interior during renovation
Interior during renovation
4952 sq/ft building
1.5 acre parcel
On-site parking
1 Acre lot for activations
Unobstructed views of the Rondout Creek, Hudson River, Rondout Lighthouse, and Rhinecliff
Available Spring 2024
Satellite View of the property and site
The rail line which borders the property has been reactivated as a nostalgia trolley route operated by the nearby Trolley Museum of New York
A scene from the neighborhood at the Ulster & Delaware Railroad Turntable on the Rondout
Built in the late 1880’s, the Kingston Strand is a unique development site sitting on the mouth of the Rondout Creek, steps from the Hudson River.
Originally serving as a powerhouse and mill for the Ulster & Delaware Railroad, the site has been home to the offices of B Millen’s & Sons Recycling for the last century.
Following a thorough environmental remediation in conjunction with New York State’s Department of Environmental Control, the site is now breathing new life into the exciting development on the Rondout.
Foundry to an American Metropolis
Dating back to the 1610’s, the Rondout (orig. Ponckhockie for “place of canoes”) is one of the original settlements in the Dutch colony of New Amsterdam. The coastal trading post saw dramatic growth correlating with the development of New York City, down the Hudson River. In 1777, Kingston was designated the first capital of New York State.
The area is rich in natural cement deposits and was quarried to supply materials for the Brooklyn Bridge and bluestone for the City’s sidewalks. Development of the Delaware and Hudson Canal and Ulster & Delaware Railroad tied the Hudson River with materials and goods from far corners of the growing nation.
Bird’s Eye Postcard from Industrial Rondout Creek (ca 1900)
Loading Bluestone onto barges bound for New York City (ca 1890)
Kingston Point (ca 1900)
The Rondout Lighthouse (ca 1880)
The bustling Industries of Rondout Creek (ca 1900)
Cement Mines, quarrying for a New American Metropolis (ca 1900)
A Fresh Spin on the Rondout
Like other coastal post-industrial cities around the world, Kingston’s Rondout District is going through a massive Renaissance, blending historic sites with exciting adaptive reuse
The Greenline
Incorporating the former U&D rail lines, the Kingston Greenline is a rail-to-trail project that passes through the backyard of the site. Many visitors pass along the trail out to Kingston Point, or board the trolley that regularly runs from the nearby Trolley Museum.
Hutton Brickyards
Nearby, the former quarry and factory for Hutton Brick (of Empire State Building and Yankee Stadium fame) has been transforming into a 31-room urban boutique hotel, incorporating the luscious 73-acre landscape and breathtaking views of the Hudson River with their culinary and hospitality experience. Scheduled to open Summer 2021.
Historic Broadway
Historic Broadway is only steps away, with its gorgeous 19th century homes, churches, and commercial store fronts. There are many restaurants, boutiques, and markets that keep this historic quarter of NY history alive and exciting.
Kingston Point
Recently expanded through public acquisition, Kingston Point has been a "must see" for visitors for over 100 years. With its beautiful views of the Hudson River, Rhinecliff and the surrounding natural areas, Kingston Point Park is an oasis in our urban city. The Point has over 87 acres of open space and one of the few public beaches on the Hudson River.
Local Points of Interest
Kingston Greenline
Ponckhockie Church (0.3 mi) — historic church; the oldest poured concrete structure in the US
Hutton Brickyards (0.5 mi)
Empire State Trail — 750-mi trail connecting NYC, Niagara, Buffalo and the Canadian boarder
Ole Savannah (0.5 mi) — Southern comfort food in a former ship building steel factory
West Strand Historic District (0.8 mi) — 260 19th-cent. buildings of the former city of Rondout
Rhinecliff Amtrak Station (11.5 mi) — 90 minute train ride to NYC
The Fuller Building (2.2 mi) - 42,000 sq/ft former shirt factory turned creative loft studios
The Shirt Factory (2.0 mi) - former factory turned artist studio and housing
Stockade District (3.2 mi) - Historic district now home to much of Kingston’s artistic revival