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Historic Restaurant and Tavern
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101 S STATE STREET, Newtown, PA 18940

COMMERCIAL - NEWTOWN, PA

Property Size4,500 SF
Days on Market191

Property Features for 101 S STATE STREET

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Standard status Pending
Size 4,500 SF

Building Details

Year built 1747
Listing Agency: BHHS Fox & Roach New Hope · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Listed By: Stephen Darlington · License #AB-047707L
Added: Jan 22 Changed: Jul 23 Last Checked: Aug 1 at 2:06AM
MLS# PABU2112898

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic restaurant and tavern building is set up for immediate food and beverage operations, with a turn-key working kitchen, two dining rooms, and bar rooms on both the first and second floors with a dedicated service area. The property includes five bathrooms and 1,000+ square feet of storage space, including two walk-in refrigerators.

The building is located in the center of downtown historic Newtown on a main downtown street, described as a prime corner location with exposure for both foot and vehicles. It is across from Starbucks and adjacent to a thriving historic residential neighborhood.

Additional features include an approved 1,200-square-foot outdoor patio and included historic furnishings, equipment, and fully operational kitchen equipment. The building is described as being in great condition, with new HVAC, roofs, and exterior paint installed in 2025.

Key Highlights

  • Restaurant/tavern known as the Thorton House, built in 1747, with a full liquor license in downtown Newtown, PA.
  • Seats 100+ inside with 2 dining rooms plus 1st‑floor bar room and 2nd‑floor bar room with dedicated service area.
  • Includes a working turn‑key kitchen with fully operational kitchen equipment and misc glassware, historic furnishings, and historic equipment.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Grocery & Convenience Store Locksmith Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Garden Center

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

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Liquor license

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,040
Businesses Nearby
24k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Groceries 63% Dining 12% Electronics 10% Shops & Services 9%
Fine Wine & Good Spirits Groceries
14,854 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Manhattan Bagel Dining
2,961 visits/mo 0.4 miles
T-Mobile Electronics
2,282 visits/mo 0.5 miles
The UPS Store Shops & Services
2,204 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Bluemercury Beauty & Spa
1,444 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 18940, PA

30,280
Population
11,763
Households
2.6
Avg Household Size
47
Median Age
67%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
34.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
875
Density / Sq Mi
$157,591
Median Household Income
$85,895
Median Earnings
$2,227
Median Rent
$623,300
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 - Restaurant space with two dining rooms and bar areas, plus a working kitchen, storage, and a borough-approved outdoor patio.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 101 S STATE STREET Newtown, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is Off market.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Restaurant/tavern known as the Thorton House, built in 1747, with a full liquor license in downtown Newtown, PA.; Seats 100+ inside with 2 dining rooms plus 1st‑floor bar room and 2nd‑floor bar room with dedicated service area.; Includes a working turn‑key kitchen with fully operational kitchen equipment and misc glassware, historic furnishings, and historic equipment.
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