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Turnkey Restaurant and Market Building

237 E Main Street Searsport, ME 04974

237 E Main Street, Searsport, ME, 04974
$999,900
For Sale
$999,900

COMMERCIAL - Searsport, ME

Property Size4,000 SF
Lot Size1.50 Acres
Price / SF$249.98
Days on Market11

Property Features for 237 E Main Street

General Information

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Retail
Rooms
Basement
Basement
Walk-Out Access, Full, Finished
Standard status
Active
Size
4,000 SF
Lot size
1.50 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
4429

Utilities

Sewer type
Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Heating system
Forced Air, Electric (Heating), Heat Pump (Heating), Oil
Cooling system
Heat Pump
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1910
Flooring type
Wood
Building materials
Steel Frame, Wood Frame, Clapboard, Wood Siding, Other Exterior
Roof type
Composition, Shingle
Listing Agency Maine Country and Coast Real Estate
9A Beaver Street, Waldo, ME
Listed by Judson Colby · License #ME 923128
Added: Jul 7 Checked: Jul 17 at 8:06 pm
MLS# 1670573

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This property is a renovated historic 1910 train station building designed for a turnkey food and hospitality operation. The layout supports multiple concepts, including restaurant and bakery service, a gourmet market/retail component, and culinary events. On-site features include a commercial kitchen and retail areas configured for artisan breads, pastries, prepared meals, specialty foods, and gourmet products. There is also a privately oriented studio space for chef’s table-style experiences, cooking workshops, tasting events, intimate dinners, and special celebrations. The culinary centerpiece is a custom Italian chef’s station with a marble work surface and induction cooking, built with a modular design that can be reconfigured for demonstrations, retail displays, or hands-on instruction. The property also incorporates a beautifully restored vintage railcar for an additional dining experience.

Located at 237 E Main Street in Searsport, Maine (Waldo County), the offering includes approximately 1.5 acres and about 4,000 square feet of building area, providing a dedicated setting for food-focused retail, dining, and programmed events.

This is a strong fit for an operator seeking an already-built, food-forward environment that can support restaurant service while combining retail sales and programming. Because the layout and equipment are described as ready for a range of culinary formats, it may appeal to buyers planning an artisan café, bakery, specialty market, culinary school-style instruction, or destination dining centered on events and workshops.

Key Highlights

  • Historic 1910 train station building renovated for commercial food use, including restaurant, bakery, gourmet market, and culinary event space
  • Flooring includes wood; exterior features steel frame and wood frame construction with clapboard and wood siding
  • Heating includes electric, forced air, heat pump, and oil; cooling is provided by a heat pump

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Massimo's Restaurant Studio ... Restaurant

Suggested Use

Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Storage Facility Furniture & Home Goods Grocery & Convenience Store Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Big Box & Wholesale Store Pharmacy

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Turnkey food and hospitality facility in a renovated 1910 train station with an equipped kitchen, market space, and event studio.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 237 E Main Street Searsport, ME.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $999,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic 1910 train station building renovated for commercial food use, including restaurant, bakery, gourmet market, and culinary event space; Flooring includes wood; exterior features steel frame and wood frame construction with clapboard and wood siding; Heating includes electric, forced air, heat pump, and oil; cooling is provided by a heat pump
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