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Historic Sengelmann Hall For Sale

531 N Main St Schulenburg, TX 78956

531 N Main St, Schulenburg, TX, 78956
$1,795,500
For Sale
$1,795,500

Iconic 1894 Schulenburg dance hall with versatile commercial space.

Property Size10,000 SF
Lot Size0.25 Acres
Price / SF$179.55
Days on Market129

Property Features for 531 N Main St

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
10,000 SF
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Property subtype
Commercial

Building Details

Year Built
1894
Listing Agency Bubela & Associates, Inc.
Listed by Chip Bubela · License #0566009
Source Elliman
Added: Mar 12 Checked: Jul 17 at 6:12 am

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Sengelmann Hall, a property on the National Register of Historic Places, is located in Schulenburg, Texas. Dating back to 1894, this building offers an opportunity to own a piece of Texas history. Originally established as a social hall and beer garden, Sengelmann Hall has been maintained and restored, showcasing its original charm and character, including a 4,000 square foot dance floor and Victorian interiors. The two-story building features a main hall with ceilings, a 2nd floor balcony, a full-service commercial kitchen, a stage for live performances, a beer garden, and private dining and event spaces. The upstairs hall has a maximum occupancy of 400. The property's location on Main Street provides visibility and access, making it suitable for a restaurant, brewery, or event venue. The surrounding area is known for its cultural heritage, attracting visitors, and the property is within proximity to local attractions, shops, and amenities. The building offers over 10,000 square feet of versatile space with potential for a variety of commercial uses. The property includes a professional sound system and two stages. Originally the 4 Main Street storefronts were a barber shop, a Saloon & restaurant, café & meat market.

Key Highlights

  • Iconic, historically significant property on the National Register of Historic Places, dating back to 1894.
  • Versatile 10,000+ sq ft space suitable for various commercial uses.
  • Prime Main Street location in Schulenburg with excellent visibility and accessibility.

Local Financial Insights For Specialty Retail

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
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.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $204.0k $20.40
− Vacancy −$11.2k −$1.12
EGI $192.8k $19.28
− OpEx −$48.2k −$4.82
NOI $144.6k $14.46
10,000 SF · lease $20.40/SF/yr · vacancy 5.50% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$2.07M
$1.81M – $2.41M (±1% cap)
NOI $144,585 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.05%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$112.11M
$98.10M – $130.80M (±1% cap)
NOI $7,848,036 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 437.09%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Theaters & concert halls

Suggested Use

Dental Office Parking Lot & Garage Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Real Estate Agency (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pharmacy Cafe & Coffee Shop (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Computer & Electronic Repair

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Theater & concert hall - Iconic 1894 Schulenburg dance hall with versatile commercial space.
Where is this theater & concert hall located?
The property is located at 531 N Main St Schulenburg, TX.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,795,500.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Iconic, historically significant property on the National Register of Historic Places, dating back to 1894.; Versatile 10,000+ sq ft space suitable for various commercial uses.; Prime Main Street location in Schulenburg with excellent visibility and accessibility.
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