Historic Theater with Street-Front
For Sale
$870,000
25 + 27 Railroad Street, North Canaan, CT 06018
COMMERCIAL - North Canaan, CT
Property Size10,383 SF
Lot Size0.42 Acres
Price / SF$83.79
Days on Market47
Property Features for 25 + 27 Railroad Street
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
3
Interior features
Window Display
Lot features
Dry, Cleared
Directions
From Route 44, Railroad St, to #25. Park in gravel lot labeled "private"
Standard status
Active
Size
10,383 SF
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2026
Tax Annual Amount
8673
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Cooling system
Central Air
Water source
Public
Amenities
retro marquee
neon lights
custom mural
vintage ticket booth
concession stand
Building Details
Year built
1923
Listing Agency:
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l · Sotheby's International Realty
(860) 435-2400
Listed By:
Lenore Mallett · License #RES.0803183
(203) 209-1777
Added: Jun 22
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 7 at 3:06AM
MLS# 24183458
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
A landmark three-level entertainment center built in 1923, the Colonial Theatre offers a massive main theatre with flat tiered flooring and structural seating for approximately 120 guests. The property also includes custom interior details such as a large custom mural and a vintage ticket booth and concession stand. Across its two primary floors, the building houses approximately 400 guests, and includes completely separate, high-visibility commercial retail units along the street-front facade. Additional interior features include window display space, and the building has central air cooling.
Set on a 0.42-acre lot, the property is served by public water and public sewer. Located at 25 + 27 Railroad Street in North Canaan, it provides both entertainment space and street-facing retail storefront exposure in a downtown setting.
With its combination of theatre capacity and dedicated street-front retail units, the building is well suited for users looking to operate the performance venue while maintaining separate commercial storefront space.
Set on a 0.42-acre lot, the property is served by public water and public sewer. Located at 25 + 27 Railroad Street in North Canaan, it provides both entertainment space and street-facing retail storefront exposure in a downtown setting.
With its combination of theatre capacity and dedicated street-front retail units, the building is well suited for users looking to operate the performance venue while maintaining separate commercial storefront space.
Key Highlights
- Built in 1923 with structural seating for approximately 120 guests in the main theatre
- Approximately 400 guests across two primary floors
- Separate, high‑visibility street‑front commercial retail units along the facade
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
247
Businesses Nearby
54k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Dining 47%
Groceries 37%
Shops & Services 10%
Home Improvements & Furnishings 6%
Stop & Shop
Groceries
19,823 visits/mo
0.5 miles
Dunkin' Donuts
Dining
13,237 visits/mo
0.4 miles
McDonald's
Dining
11,860 visits/mo
0.3 miles
C A Lindell Ace Hardware
Home Improvements & Furnishings
3,377 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Mobil
Shops & Services
2,805 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Demographics for 06018, CT
2,610
Population
1,240
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
13.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
196
Density / Sq Mi
$56,328
Median Household Income
$43,724
Median Earnings
$1,270
Median Rent
$256,800
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Theater & concert hall - Historic three-level theater built in 1923 with street-front retail units and central air, on a 0.42-acre site.
Where is this theater & concert hall located?
The property is located at 25 + 27 Railroad Street North Canaan, CT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $870,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Built in 1923 with structural seating for approximately 120 guests in the main theatre; Approximately 400 guests across two primary floors; Separate, high‑visibility street‑front commercial retail units along the facade
