Landmark Diner For
189 Claremont Ave, Tamaqua, PA 18252
Historical diner with property, business, and trade fixtures included.
Type:Retail
- Added:
- Mar 19, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 55
- Last Refresh:
- Mar 20 at 8:46 pm
Property Features for 189 Claremont Ave
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Property subtype
- Retail
Listing agent Rose Marie Beck License #AB068448
Listing office RE/MAX Of Reading
Listing date Mar 19, 2026
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HighLights
- Landmark historical diner operating successfully for 83 years, offered for sale for the first time.
- Includes property, business, trade fixtures, and intellectual property.
- High‑traffic location at the intersection of two main state highways (approximately 20,000 cars per day).
- Ample parking with recently resurfaced lot.
- New roof, gutters, and downspouts (installed in 2023).
- Two Carrier Rooftop Heating units replaced in 2015 and 2018.
Overview
A landmark historical diner, successfully operating, is available for sale for the first time. The sale encompasses the property, the business, trade fixtures, and intellectual property. Originally built as a Diner Car in 1941, it is considered the last prewar diner in the anthracite region still standing. The building has been remodeled and expanded to meet modern demands, with recent improvements. The property and business have been under the same family ownership since its establishment, owner-operated for over 83 years. Situated in the growing Tamaqua Area, it is located at the intersection of two main state highways. Traffic counts at this location average approximately 20,000 cars per day, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. A nearby farmers market increases traffic on Wednesdays. The building features a new roof installed in 2023, along with new gutters and downspouts. Additional improvements have been made, with details available in associated documents. Ample parking is available, and the lot has been recently resurfaced. Two Carrier Rooftop Heating units were replaced in 2015 and 2018. There are also 2 Fire Suppression systems and 3 Fire extinguishers on site. The parking lot was recently seal coated on 8/25. The property is intended for use as a diner. A liquor license is available for separate purchase and is not included in the listing's asking price.
Property Profile
Insight Report
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Breakfast & diners
Similar Places Nearby
- The Beacon Diner — 189 Claremont Ave, Tamaqua, PA 18252
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Tamaqua
- County
- Schuylkill
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Longitude
- -75.980464
- Latitude
- 40.823047
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Breakfast & diner - Historical diner with property, business, and trade fixtures included.
Where is this breakfast & diner located?
The property is located at 189 Claremont Ave Tamaqua, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $749,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Landmark historical diner operating successfully for 83 years, offered for sale for the first time.; Includes property, business, trade fixtures, and intellectual property.; High‑traffic location at the intersection of two main state highways (approximately 20,000 cars per day).
