Buckingham Properties Purchased Blossom Road Business Center
The $8 million acquisition transition brings new ownership to the 260,000-square-foot facility in Rochester.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Buckingham Properties and the Child Care Council have finalized an $8 million purchase of the Blossom Road Business Center in Rochester. The facility, which spans roughly 260,000 square feet, is currently home to more than 30 tenants.
Why it matters
The sale allows ARTISANworks to divest from real estate management to concentrate on its creative mission, while the Child Care Council secures a permanent community hub. The transition solidifies the organization's footprint in North Winton Village after decades of operation.
The business center accommodates more than 30 tenants within its 260,000-square-foot footprint. Individual available lease spaces within the complex reach a maximum of 3,500 square feet.
The players
Buckingham Properties
This is a real estate development and management firm that operates extensively across the Rochester region.
Child Care Council
Founded in 1974, this organization provides support and resources to parents and early childhood educators.
ARTISANworks
This is a Rochester-based nonprofit art space and creative venue that operates out of 565 Blossom Road.
The details
ARTISANworks separated the business center ownership from its headquarters at 565 Blossom Road, which it will continue to own and operate. The Child Care Council, founded in 1974, evolved from a former tenant into a co-owner of the property.
Timeline
The Child Care Council was founded in 1974.
The transaction for the business center occurred in September 2026.
Market Landscape
The sale follows the documented trend of nonprofit arts organizations divesting from complex real estate management to focus on their primary missions. This strategic shift allows entities like ARTISANworks to reduce overhead while enabling community-focused organizations to anchor their long-term presence.
Existing tenants within the business center will see no immediate changes to their lease terms or building access. The new ownership structure aims to stabilize the site as a long-term hub for local services and businesses.
The takeaway
Nonprofit organizations often consolidate real estate holdings to improve financial efficiency and focus on program delivery. This transaction provides a clear example of how community-focused entities can leverage ownership to stabilize their local footprint.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Democrat and Chronicle.
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