Brown Harris Stevens represents 41-residence rental lofts at 400 Main Street conversion developed by JBM Realty and Granoff Real Estate. Occupancy slated for December 1, 2026
Left: One-Bedroom; Right: Studio. Click here for high-resolution photography. Credit: Noah Granoff
STAMFORD, CT – October 14, 2026 – Valeur Lofts, a new collection of 41 rental loft residences within the landmark 1925 Valeur Building at 400 Main Street, has revealed the first photos of the conversion’s model units as pre-leasing begins in downtown Stamford. The eight-story office building has been carefully restored and reimagined as a mixed-use building by JBM Realty and Granoff Real Estate, thoughtfully combining preserved Art Deco-era character with contemporary residences, retail and modern amenities. Target occupancy is scheduled for December 1, 2026. Claudia Smeriglio at Brown Harris Stevens is the official leasing agent.
“Valeur Lofts offers an opportunity to live in a prime location in a building with genuine history and architectural character, while enjoying the finishes, conveniences and design sensibility today’s renters expect,” said Smeriglio. “An important Stamford building has been preserved and given an entirely new purpose. The result is a residential experience that is difficult to replicate in conventional new construction.”
Developed by JBM Realty (Jeffrey B. Mendell, Jason Mendell and Eric Edelman) and Granoff Real Estate, and thoughtfully designed by Granoff Architects, Valeur Lofts represents the adaptive reuse of one of downtown Stamford’s most recognizable historic landmarks. With a long history of restoring and converting historic spaces, the development and design team undertook a complete renovation of the property, restoring the exterior windows and repointed brick while transforming the interior into 41 premium rental residences and tenant lobby. The 30,000-square-foot mixed-use project includes a second-floor fitness center and approximately 3,500 square feet of ground-floor retail. Prime Properties CT serves as property manager for Valeur Lofts.
Valeur Lofts offers studios and one-bedroom homes, beginning at $2,250 and $2,725, respectively. Each residence features contemporary kitchens with custom wood cabinetry, Blomberg stainless-steel appliances and quartz countertops with double-waterfall edges. Bathrooms are appointed with terrazzo tile and Duravit fixtures, while every residence includes an in-unit washer/dryer. An on-site fitness center on the second floor provides a convenient wellness amenity for residents. At street level, Valeur Lofts further contributes to the energy and daily convenience of Main Street through its retail component. Wells Fargo and Dunkin’ are among the ground-floor tenants, and beloved local purveyor Dr. Mike’s Ice Cream has signed a lease and is expected to open by the end of the year.
“Following over a decade of reimagining historic buildings into much needed residential and business spaces, we are excited that Valeur Lofts is ready for prime time,” said developer Jeff Mendell, Founder of JBM Realty. “These gorgeous landmarks deserve a new life and a new purpose. We look forward to introducing our other projects taking place across the region.”
Granoff Architects served as architect and interior designer for Valeur Lofts, guiding the building’s restoration and the design of its residences, lobby and common areas. Historic elements retained or restored throughout the property include terrazzo flooring, terra-cotta tiles along the lobby walls, original mail chutes and the building’s signature oversized windows. The original large-format windows bring exceptional natural light into the residences, with many homes also offering expansive views across downtown Stamford.
“We value our continued partnership with JBM Realty to bring new high-quality and distinctive homes to town centers, while retaining the soul and authenticity of these historic buildings,” said architect Rich Granoff (AIA), Founder and CEO of Granoff Architects and Granoff Real Estate. “Downtown Stamford continues to be a compelling market, particularly for properties that offer a strong combination of location, quality and design.”
Located at the corner of Main Street and Atlantic Avenue, Valeur Lofts places residents within easy access of downtown Stamford’s restaurants, retail, entertainment and cultural destinations, including The Palace Theatre and Stamford’s Metro-North station.
Valeur Lofts represents the ongoing success of the developer-architect team, which together have also reimagined six historic buildings in Providence, Rhode Island; Greenwich, CT; and Hackensack, NJ; among other communities across the Northeast.
Interested renters may register for updates and pre-leasing information at valeurlofts.com.
ABOUT BROWN HARRIS STEVENS
Brown Harris Stevens (BHS) is one of the most prominent privately held real estate firms in the world. Established in 1873, BHS has historically dominated the luxury, high-end market. With more than 2,500 agents across the East Coast, the company oversees the sale of marquee properties worldwide, including property management and new development marketing, from its headquarters in New York City and its offices throughout the Tristate area, Palm Beach, and Miami.
ABOUT GRANOFF ARCHITECTS
Granoff Architects,established in 1989, is a full-service design firm dedicated to providing outstanding client service and achieving excellence in architecture. With a team of over thirty professionals in Greenwich, CT and Palm Beach, FL, Granoff Architects works on a wide variety of projects in residential and commercial architecture as well as landscape and interior design.
ABOUT GRANOFF REAL ESTATE
Granoff Real Estate,founded in 1998, is a privately held real estate development and investment firm based in Greenwich, CT, specializing in multifamily, mixed-use, and adaptive reuse projects throughout the Northeast. With roots in Granoff Architects, GRE combines development, architecture, and investment expertise to create design-driven, sustainable properties that deliver enduring value for their communities and investment partners.
ABOUT JBM REALTY
JBM Realty,founded in 1983 by Jeffrey B. Mendell, is an owner/developer of multi-family, commercial, retail and mixed-use real estate with a focus on high-quality properties located in cities throughout the Northeast. The company has a history of completing a variety of projects including ground-up developments, value-add redevelopments, office-to-residential conversions, historic tax credit redevelopments, and opportunity zone investments.
ABOUT PRIME PROPERTIES CT
Founded by Rick Smeriglio, Prime Properties CT is a premier luxury real estate management company dedicated to delivering exceptional services in the management of high-end residential, multi-family, homeowner communities and commercial/retail properties.
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