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    185 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

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    For Sale
    $109,900

    Turnkey ice cream shop in high-traffic Gloucester location.

    Added:
    Jul 14, 2025
    Days on Market:
    313
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 16 at 9:09 am

    Property Features for 185 Washington Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1930

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    Mark T. Vadala

    Listing agent Mark T. Vadala

    Listing office Vadala Real Estate

    Listing date Jul 14, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Turnkey ice cream shop (Carl's Cones) with all inventory and equipment included.
    • Well‑established, year‑round business operation.
    • High‑traffic, high‑visibility location.
    • Conveniently located near highway and commuter rail.
    • Close proximity to Gloucester's historic downtown.
    • Year Built: 1930

    Overview

    This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a well-established, year-round ice cream shop known as Carl's Cones. The business is in turnkey condition and is offered together with all inventory and equipment. The property is located in a high-traffic, high-visibility location near the highway and commuter rail, and close to Gloucester's historic downtown.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Carl's Cones Grocery & Convenience Store

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

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

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Audrey's Flower Shop — 38 Railroad Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930
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    Location Insight

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    City
    Gloucester
    County
    Essex
    State
    Massachusetts
    Longitude
    -70.6722
    Latitude
    42.6189

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Storefront property - Turnkey ice cream shop in high-traffic Gloucester location.
    Where is this storefront property located?
    The property is located at 185 Washington Street Gloucester, MA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $109,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Turnkey ice cream shop (Carl's Cones) with all inventory and equipment included.; Well‑established, year‑round business operation.; High‑traffic, high‑visibility location.
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    Mark T. Vadala
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    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    • 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
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    • 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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    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
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