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    131 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609

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    $1,400,000

    Business - Bar Harbor, ME

    Type:Business
    Property size:
    4,793 SF
    Lot size:
    9,148.00 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $292/SF
    Added:
    Jul 18, 2025
    Days on Market:
    306
    Last Refresh:
    May 19 at 3:06 pm

    Property Features for 131 Cottage Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Business
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    4,793 SF
    Lot size
    9,148.00 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Annual Amount
    6802

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Baseboard, Hot Water (Heating)

    Building Details

    Year built
    1920
    Flooring type
    Carpet, Tile, Wood
    Roof type
    Composition, Fiberglass
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Julie Tilden

    Listing agent Julie Tilden

    Listing office Ellsworth, Maine 193 Main Street, Keene, ME

    Listing date Jul 18, 2025

    MLS# 1630924 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Better Homes and Gardens-The Masiello Group. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Prime location in the heart of historic downtown Bar Harbor.
    • Thriving restaurant/bar currently operating on the main level.
    • Generously sized lot offering potential for future use or investment.
    • Well‑maintained building with historical significance (built in 1920).
    • Lower level includes two walk‑in freezers, a prep room, and an office.
    • Ample storage space in the lower level, ideal for commercial operations.

    Overview

    This well-maintained commercial property, a cornerstone of the Bar Harbor community since 1920, presents a rare opportunity in the heart of historic downtown. Situated on a lot of 0.21 acres, the 4793 square foot building currently houses a thriving restaurant and bar on the main level. The lower level is equipped with two walk-in freezers, a prep room, an office, and ample storage space, ideally suited for supporting food service or other commercial operations. This property offers a wealth of potential for future use or investment.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Aloha Restaurant Aloha - Poke Bowl ... Bar & Pub Pizzeria 131 Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Building Supply Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Leary's Landing Irish Pub — 156 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
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    • The Bar — 2 Mt Desert St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
    • Garden Lounge — 194 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
    • Dude Set! — 10 Myrtle Ave Apt B, Bar Harbor, ME 04609

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    City
    Bar Harbor
    County
    Hancock
    State
    Maine
    Longitude
    -68.213717
    Latitude
    44.388741

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Bar & Pub - Landmark commercial property with thriving restaurant/bar in downtown Bar Harbor.
    Where is this bar & pub located?
    The property is located at 131 Cottage Street Bar Harbor, ME.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,400,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in the heart of historic downtown Bar Harbor.; Thriving restaurant/bar currently operating on the main level.; Generously sized lot offering potential for future use or investment.
    (207) 667-7423
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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