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    189 Main Street, Thomaston, ME 04861

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    $697,500

    COMMERCIAL - Thomaston, ME

    Property size:
    4,498 SF
    Lot size:
    0.15 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $155/SF
    Added:
    Apr 6, 2026
    Days on Market:
    39
    Last Refresh:
    May 14 at 8:06 pm

    Property Features for 189 Main Street

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    VC
    Rooms
    Basement
    Parking features
    On Street
    Basement
    Unfinished
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    4,498 SF
    Lot size
    0.15 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2026
    Tax Annual Amount
    17575

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Baseboard, Other (Heating), Oil
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1874
    Flooring type
    Wood, Laminate, Carpet
    Building materials
    Wood Frame, Brick
    Roof type
    Membrane

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    Listing Contact
    Martin Cates

    Listing agent Martin Cates

    Listing office Cates Real Estate 313 Main Street, Rockland, ME

    Listing date Apr 6, 2026

    MLS# 1656698

    Copyright © 2026 Maine Listings. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Prime downtown location with Main Street frontage.
    • Mixed‑use property with two established commercial tenants.
    • Value‑add potential for second‑floor conversion (office, studio, residential).
    • Large, open layouts on both floors.
    • Unique original bank safe feature.
    • Brick construction and wood frame.

    Overview

    Located in downtown Thomaston, this mixed-use property presents a commercial investment opportunity. The building features two established commercial tenants on the first floor. The second floor offers value-add potential for office, studio, or residential conversion. The property includes large open layouts and two half baths per floor. It also features attractive Main Street frontage and an original bank safe. The lot size is 0.15 acres. The property size is 4498 square feet. The zoning is VC.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Element Furniture Furniture & Home Goods FlipSide Coffee Cafe & Coffee Shop

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Thomaston
    County
    Knox
    State
    Maine
    Longitude
    -69.183526
    Latitude
    44.0789629

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Mixed-use property with commercial tenants and conversion potential.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 189 Main Street Thomaston, ME.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $697,500.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime downtown location with Main Street frontage.; Mixed‑use property with two established commercial tenants.; Value‑add potential for second‑floor conversion (office, studio, residential).
    (207) 596-3380
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    Martin Cates
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • 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
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
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    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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