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Iconic Restaurant and Wharf For Sale
For Sale
$3,150,000

12712981 131 132 State Route 32, Bristol, ME 04554

Established restaurant and wharf with diverse income streams.

Property Size7,084 SF
Price / SF$444.66
Days on Market626

Property Features for 12712981 131 132 State Route 32

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 7,084 SF
Property subtype General Commercial

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $21,512

Amenities

3
Parking.
On Site, Assigned Parking Space, Off Street.
3.06
Ocean
Harbor, Ocean, Extra Storage.

Building Details

Year Built 1940
Listing Agency: Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Listed By: Deborah Fox
Source: Xome
Added: Nov 24, 2024 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 11 at 5:42AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

For over 30 years, Shaw's Wharf and Lobster has been a fixture and is now available for purchase. The property features a restaurant with seating for over 300 patrons both indoors and outdoors, complemented by a lively bar area that hosts weekly bands. A 13,000 square foot commercial wharf is included, facilitating lobster sales to both retail customers and wholesale clients. The property also leases space to a tour boat operator providing excursions to Monhegan and other destinations. Additional structures include a lobster pound, bait shed, and office space, alongside a year-round house offering water views and the potential for a replacement dock. Two parking areas are included, one of which generates substantial income. The property, totaling 7,084 square feet, has diverse income streams. The location was notably used in the filming of the movie 'Message in a Bottle'.

Key Highlights

  • Established, high‑income restaurant seating 300+ with a lively bar and weekly bands.
  • 13,000 sq ft Commercial Wharf for retail and wholesale lobster sales.
  • Leased space to a tour boat company providing consistent income.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Isalis (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Party City Party Supply Store Skunk Funk Big Box & Wholesale Store Carl's Trading Co Hat Shop Bushka's Kitchen LLC (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Repair Shop (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

12
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 04554, ME

649
Population
964
Households
0.7
Avg Household Size
64
Median Age
59%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
4.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
158
Density / Sq Mi
$76,932
Median Household Income
$49,167
Median Earnings
$500,000
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?
Restaurant - Established restaurant and wharf with diverse income streams.
Where is this restaurant located?
The property is located at 12712981 131 132 State Route 32 Bristol, ME.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,150,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Established, high‑income restaurant seating 300+ with a lively bar and weekly bands.; 13,000 sq ft Commercial Wharf for retail and wholesale lobster sales.; Leased space to a tour boat company providing consistent income.
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