Historic Theater With Streetfront
For Sale
$695,000
27 Railroad Street, North Canaan, CT 06018
Commercial For Sale, North Canaan, CT
Property Size10,383 SF
Lot Size0.24 Acres
Price / SF$66.94
Days on Market74
Property Features for 27 Railroad Street
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
3
Directions
From Route 44 to Railroad St. Park in #25 parking lot (private lot, gravel)
Standard status
Active
Size
10,383 SF
Lot size
0.24 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2027
Tax Annual Amount
6909
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Cooling system
Central Air
Water source
Public
Amenities
marquee
neon lights
custom mural
vintage ticket booth
concession stand
massive movie screen
full performance stage
dance floor
waitress station
restrooms
ballroom
private balconies
Building Details
Year built
1923
Listing Agency:
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l · Sotheby's International Realty
(860) 435-2400
Listed By:
Lenore Mallett · License #RES.0803183
(203) 209-1777
Added: Jun 22
Changed: Aug 30
Last Checked: Sep 3 at 2:06PM
MLS# 24178306
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Built in 1923, this three-level theater property combines a restored Art Deco interior with multiple commercial components. The venue accommodates approximately 400 guests across its two primary floors and includes a main auditorium with removable seating for approximately 120, tiered flooring, a movie screen, performance stage, dance floor, concession stand, waitress station, and two multi-stall restrooms. The second floor adds the 1,500-square-foot Ballroom, another movie screen, two projection rooms, two private balconies, an en-suite bathroom, a secondary waitress station, and two additional multi-stall restrooms. A comprehensive restoration exceeding $1M was completed in the early 2000s.
Two freestanding storefront units face the street, each measuring approximately 1,000 square feet and equipped with a half bathroom plus dedicated heating and cooling. Both spaces are leased, with At Home in the Studio and Canaan Kids Art Space identified as current tenants. The property occupies 0.24 acres at 27 Railroad Street in downtown North Canaan, with frontage along State Route 7, public water and sewer, central air, and a prominent retro marquee.
Two freestanding storefront units face the street, each measuring approximately 1,000 square feet and equipped with a half bathroom plus dedicated heating and cooling. Both spaces are leased, with At Home in the Studio and Canaan Kids Art Space identified as current tenants. The property occupies 0.24 acres at 27 Railroad Street in downtown North Canaan, with frontage along State Route 7, public water and sewer, central air, and a prominent retro marquee.
Key Highlights
- 10,383‑square‑foot theater property built in 1923
- Main venue accommodates approximately 400 guests across two primary floors
- 1,500‑square‑foot second‑floor Ballroom with screen, projection rooms, balconies, and restrooms
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
247
Businesses Nearby
54k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Dining 47%
Groceries 37%
Shops & Services 10%
Home Improvements & Furnishings 6%
Stop & Shop
Groceries
19,823 visits/mo
0.5 miles
Dunkin' Donuts
Dining
13,237 visits/mo
0.4 miles
McDonald's
Dining
11,860 visits/mo
0.3 miles
C A Lindell Ace Hardware
Home Improvements & Furnishings
3,377 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Mobil
Shops & Services
2,805 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Demographics for 06018, CT
2,610
Population
1,240
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
13.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
196
Density / Sq Mi
$56,328
Median Household Income
$43,724
Median Earnings
$1,270
Median Rent
$256,800
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Theater & concert hall - Restored entertainment venue with flexible event areas, performance infrastructure, and separately leased storefront suites.
Where is this theater & concert hall located?
The property is located at 27 Railroad Street North Canaan, CT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $695,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 10,383‑square‑foot theater property built in 1923; Main venue accommodates approximately 400 guests across two primary floors; 1,500‑square‑foot second‑floor Ballroom with screen, projection rooms, balconies, and restrooms
