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Multi-Level Restaurant & Bar
For Sale
$600,000

16 School Street, Sanford, ME 04073

COMMERCIAL - Sanford, ME

Property Size6,921 SF
Lot Size0.10 Acres
Price / SF$86.69
Days on Market51

Property Features for 16 School Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning Urban Business
Rooms Basement
Parking features On Street, Other, Off Street
Basement Finished, Full
Accessibility Accessible Approach with Ramp
Lot features Downtown, Near Shopping
Standard status Active
Size 6,921 SF
Lot size 0.10 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 5335

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Heat Pump (Heating), Hot Water(Heating), Electric (Heating), Oil
Cooling system Heat Pump
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1973
Flooring type Concrete, Carpet, Vinyl, Tile
Building materials Masonry, Brick
Roof type Flat, Membrane
Listing Agency: EXP Realty
Listed By: Melissa Rioux
Added: Jul 3 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 22 at 9:06AM
MLS# 1661483

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Multi-level turnkey restaurant and bar at 16 School Street offering approximately 150 seats across three functional levels. The first floor features a spacious main dining area with approximately 16 tables and a fully equipped commercial kitchen built for high-volume service. The second level includes a 22-seat horseshoe sports bar with additional seating and an entertainment-focused layout supported by six TVs. The finished lower level supports day-to-day operations with two walk-in coolers, a walk-in freezer, prep space, storage, and back-of-house support areas.

The property was extensively renovated in 2019 and includes updated finishes and strong existing infrastructure throughout. Constructed with masonry brick materials, it has flooring including carpet, concrete, vinyl, and tile. Heating options include hot water, electric, heat pump, and oil, and cooling is provided by a heat pump. The roof is flat with membrane roofing, and the building includes accessible approach with a ramp.

Served by public water and public sewer, the site also offers off-street parking with on-street parking available, plus a large public parking lot conveniently located next door. It is located within Sanford’s Urban Business zoning district.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 150 seats across three levels with dining, sports bar, and a finished lower‑level support area
  • 2019 extensive renovation with turnkey sale including furniture, fixtures, equipment, and full kitchen setup
  • First floor includes main dining area with approximately 16 tables and a fully equipped commercial kitchen

Property Analytics

Current Use

Guerrero Maya Restaurant Back Street Sanford Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Bakery Garden Center Catering Service Skin Care Clinic Plumbing Service

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

Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

503
Businesses Nearby
53k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 81% Shops & Services 17% Electronics 2%
McDonald's Dining
21,370 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
16,146 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Sunoco Shops & Services
4,542 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Dairy Queen Dining
4,500 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Family Dollar Shops & Services
2,968 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 04073, ME

17,283
Population
7,772
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
37.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
458
Density / Sq Mi
$69,135
Median Household Income
$42,758
Median Earnings
$1,145
Median Rent
$259,500
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 - Multi-level restaurant and bar with a fully equipped kitchen, 150-seat capacity, and public water and sewer services.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 16 School Street Sanford, ME.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $600,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 150 seats across three levels with dining, sports bar, and a finished lower‑level support area; 2019 extensive renovation with turnkey sale including furniture, fixtures, equipment, and full kitchen setup; First floor includes main dining area with approximately 16 tables and a fully equipped commercial kitchen
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