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    138 Cross St Brighton, VT 05846

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    $775,000

    Turnkey Restaurant/Inn, 8,170 sq ft

    Property size:
    8,170 SF

    Description

    Added:
    Feb 3, 2025
    Days on Market:
    365
    Prime opportunity to acquire a thriving restaurant and inn in Brighton, Vermont. This 8,170 square foot historic building, located at 138 Cross Street, boasts a rich history tied to the area's railroad heritage, retaining much of its original charm while featuring modern updates. The Essex House and Tavern offers a 48-seat tavern with a full bar, POS system, and multiple desktop stations. A fully equipped kitchen includes a 16' vent hood, walk-in cooler, and ample dry/liquor storage. A separate dining room with a dry bar can accommodate an additional 65 guests, ideal for events. An enclosed 20' x 36' pavilion overlooks the Clyde River and features infrared heaters for year-round use. The property also includes eleven renovated guest rooms with modern amenities and multiple suites, supported by on-site laundry facilities. The property sits on one acre of land with parking near the VAST trail system, attracting a loyal customer base of boaters, snowmobilers, seasonal visitors, and second-home owners due to its proximity to the lake, Brighton State Park, and Bluff Mountain. This turnkey operation comes with experienced staff, ensuring a seamless transition for the new owner. The property is priced at $775,000.

    Property Features for 138 Cross St

    General Information

    Property type
    Other commercial real estate
    Square Feet
    8,170 SF
    Lot Size
    43,560 SF

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1866

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    Current Use by Public Records

    Essex House and Tavern Hotel & Motel

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Law Firm Dental Office Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Auto Parts Store Hotel & Motel Food Market Bar & Pub

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Brighton
    County
    Essex
    State
    Vermont
    Longitude
    -71.88145
    Latitude
    44.81298

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    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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