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Historic Train Station Restaurant
For Sale
$999,900

237 E Main Street, Searsport, ME 04974

Commercial Sale, Searsport, ME

Property Size4,000 SF
Lot Size1.50 Acres
Price / SF$249.98
Days on Market57

Property Features for 237 E Main Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Rooms Basement
Basement Full, Walk-Out Access, Finished
Lot features Business District, Near Shopping
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 Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Heating system Electric (Heating), Forced Air, Heat Pump (Heating), Oil
Cooling system Heat Pump
Water source Public

Amenities

vintage railcar

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
Listed By: Judson Colby · License #923128
Added: Jul 7 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Sep 1 at 2:06AM
MLS# 1670573

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 4,000-square-foot restaurant property occupies a renovated 1910 train station on 1.5 acres. The building includes dining areas, a commercial kitchen, retail space, and a private culinary studio suited to demonstrations, workshops, tastings, dinners, and celebrations. A restored vintage railcar adds a separate dining setting, while the interior incorporates wood flooring and a custom Italian chef’s station with marble work surface, induction cooking, and modular components.

The layout supports several complementary food and hospitality functions, including restaurant service, baking, prepared foods, specialty retail, and culinary programming. Public water serves the property, with septic tank and private sewer systems identified. Heating includes electric, forced air, heat pump, and oil systems, with heat pump cooling. The property is located at 237 E Main Street in Searsport, Maine.

Key Highlights

  • 4,000‑square‑foot renovated restaurant property on 1.5 acres
  • 1910 train station with a restored vintage railcar dining setting
  • Commercial kitchen, dining areas, retail space, and private culinary studio

Property Analytics

Current Use

Massimo's Restaurant Studio ... Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Storage Facility Furniture & Home Goods Grocery & Convenience Store Carpet & Flooring Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

38
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 04974, ME

2,649
Population
1,628
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
50
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
28.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
92
Density / Sq Mi
$61,283
Median Household Income
$42,955
Median Earnings
$891
Median Rent
$242,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region

6% 2019
7.1% 2020
6.5% 2021
6% 2022
5.7% 2023
5.6% 2024
6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Renovated facility combines dining, bakery, gourmet market, and culinary event functions within a flexible food-service layout.
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: 4,000‑square‑foot renovated restaurant property on 1.5 acres; 1910 train station with a restored vintage railcar dining setting; Commercial kitchen, dining areas, retail space, and private culinary studio
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