Listing Agency: McDermott & McDermott Real Estate, Inc. p***@gmail.com Show Phone

Listed By: Tracy L. McDermott · License #RM419093 Show Phone

Source: Exprealty

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This remodeled 19th-century fire house offers distinctive character and flexible space. The first floor includes two commercial retail units, each described at 1,600 square feet. On the second floor, there is a four-bedroom loft space described at 3,400 square feet, with wiring, plumbing, and heating installed to support a loft conversion into two separate apartments if desired. Interior features include a formal 24x45 hardwood dining area, along with two sun porches.

Outside, the property includes a 24x20-foot deck and panoramic views. The building is located at 234 Kidder St in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

The configuration supports multiple income or occupancy approaches by combining street-level retail space with a second-floor loft that has conversion-ready utilities.

Key Highlights

• Completely remodeled 19th‑century firehouse featuring two 1st‑floor commercial units (1600 SF each)
• Second‑floor living space includes a 4‑bedroom loft with 3400 SF
• Formal 24x45 hardwood dining area

Property Analytics

Property Profile

Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Veterinary Clinic Catering Service Tanning Salon

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

784

Businesses Nearby

142k

Monthly Visits Nearby

Explore this area Business Placement

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 32% Home Improvements & Furnishings 30% Shops & Services 29% Groceries 7%

The Home Depot Home Improvements & Furnishings

40,896 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Gabe's Shops & Services

28,668 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Dunkin' Donuts Dining

14,696 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Wendy's Dining

12,393 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Restaurant Depot Groceries

10,446 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 18702, PA

42,133

Population

19,738

Households

2.1

Avg Household Size

40

Median Age

23%

College-Educated

87%

High-School Grad

78.1 sq mi

ZIP Area

539

Density / Sq Mi

$54,892

Median Household Income

$36,911

Median Earnings

$971

Median Rent

$115,700

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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What type of property is this?

Retail space - Remodeled 19th-century fire house featuring two first-floor retail units and a second-floor four-bedroom loft.

Where is this retail space located?

The property is located at 234 Kidder St City Of Wilkes Barre, PA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $649,900.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Completely remodeled 19th‑century firehouse featuring two 1st‑floor commercial units (1600 SF each); Second‑floor living space includes a 4‑bedroom loft with 3400 SF; Formal 24x45 hardwood dining area