Retail Store with On-Site
For Sale
$599,000
408 Elm Street, Biddeford, ME 04005
COMMERCIAL - Biddeford, ME
Property Size1,650 SF
Lot Size0.22 Acres
Price / SF$363.03
Days on Market27
Property Features for 408 Elm Street
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Retail
Zoning
B2
Lot features
Near Turnpike/ Interstate, Near Shopping
Standard status
Active
Size
1,650 SF
Lot size
0.22 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2026
Tax Annual Amount
5688
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Forced Air, Oil
Cooling system
Wall Unit(s)
Water source
Public
Amenities
wall-mounted coolers
small kitchen area
Building Details
Year built
1950
Roof type
Flat
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams Realty
(207) 879-9800
Listed By:
Zachary Resnikoff
(207) 606-9665
Added: Jul 17
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 12 at 9:06AM
MLS# 1655350
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 1,650± SF retail building offers a layout previously used as a convenience store with fuel service. The property includes wall-mounted coolers and a small kitchen area, providing existing infrastructure for light food or retail concepts. All remaining furniture, fixtures, and equipment will be removed prior to occupancy.
The site sits on 0.22± acres and includes a small on-site parking footprint. It is located within the B-2 Highway Business zone and is approximately 2 miles from the Maine Turnpike, supporting convenient regional access.
The seller notes that permitted uses and redevelopment potential, including underground tank use, should be confirmed directly with the City of Biddeford.
The site sits on 0.22± acres and includes a small on-site parking footprint. It is located within the B-2 Highway Business zone and is approximately 2 miles from the Maine Turnpike, supporting convenient regional access.
The seller notes that permitted uses and redevelopment potential, including underground tank use, should be confirmed directly with the City of Biddeford.
Key Highlights
- 1,650± SF retail building on 0.22± acres with a small on‑site parking footprint
- B‑2 Highway Business zoning; encouraged buyers to confirm permitted uses with the City of Biddeford
- Former convenience store with fuel service; includes wall‑mounted coolers and a small kitchen area
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$20,037
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
3.35%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$400,740
$400.7K
Cap Rate 7%
$286,243
$286.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$222,633
$222.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,650 SF
Vacancy — income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year, subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income) — gross rent minus vacancy losses, the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses) — recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management); excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income) — income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
Gross rent
$31.3K $18.96/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.7K −$1.61/SF
EGI
$28.6K $17.35/SF
− OpEx
−$8.6K −$5.20/SF
NOI
$20.0K $12.14/SF
Area
York County, ME
Vacancy
8.50%
Lease Rate
$18.96 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$400,740
Cap Rate 7%
$286,243
Cap Rate 9%
$222,633
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Retail
$286.2K
$250.5K – $334.0K
NOI $20,037 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.35%
Second Best
Specialty Retail
$285.1K
$249.5K – $332.6K
NOI $19,956 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.33%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$523.0K
$457.7K – $610.2K
NOI $36,613 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.11%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Highway access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
432
Businesses Nearby
117k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Dining 72%
Shops & Services 20%
Apparel 7%
Home Improvements & Furnishings 1%
McDonald's
Dining
25,415 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Burger King
Dining
18,059 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Dollar Tree
Shops & Services
17,827 visits/mo
0.1 miles
Starbucks
Dining
14,664 visits/mo
0.1 miles
Ninety Nine Restaurants
Dining
8,648 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Demographics for 04005, ME
24,581
Population
11,001
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
47.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
513
Density / Sq Mi
$71,268
Median Household Income
$39,176
Median Earnings
$1,186
Median Rent
$351,700
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Grocery and convenience store - Retail building in a B-2 Highway Business zone with small on-site parking and existing wall-mounted coolers.
Where is this grocery and convenience store located?
The property is located at 408 Elm Street Biddeford, ME.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $599,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1,650± SF retail building on 0.22± acres with a small on‑site parking footprint; B‑2 Highway Business zoning; encouraged buyers to confirm permitted uses with the City of Biddeford; Former convenience store with fuel service; includes wall‑mounted coolers and a small kitchen area
