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    259 Post Road, Wells, ME 04090

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    For Sale
    $975,000

    High-visibility retail building with expansion and development opportunities.

    Type:Commercial/Industrial
    Property size:
    18,324 SF
    Lot size:
    1.00 Acre
    Price / SF:
    $53/SF
    Added:
    Mar 12, 2026
    Days on Market:
    69
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 10:23 pm

    Property Features for 259 Post Road

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    18,324 SF
    Lot size
    1.00 Acre
    Property subtype
    Commercial/Industrial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1976

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    Listing Contact
    Zachary Pappas

    Listing agent Zachary Pappas

    Listing office Keller Williams Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty

    Listing date Mar 12, 2026

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    HighLights

    • High‑visibility location on Route 1 with expansive frontage and ample parking, benefiting from astronomic traffic count.
    • Established retail building with a 50‑year history as the Wine and Cheese shop, a recognizable landmark.
    • Large barn space (over 5,000 sq ft) offering endless expansion and development opportunities for various businesses (brewery, bar, steakhouse, etc.).
    • Versatile property suitable for retail, light manufacturing with distribution, or multi‑tenant leasing for cash flow.
    • Includes a large, two‑story apartment with separate access.
    • Features a 35'x50' refrigerated room and multiple storage rooms.

    Overview

    This retail building, known for its unique architecture, has been a local landmark for over 50 years. The property, situated on approximately 1 acre, offers expansion and development opportunities. The retail shop connects to a barn with over 5,000 square feet of space. A second level surrounds the center of the barn, overlooking the space below. The property is suitable for various business ventures, including a brewery, bar, or steakhouse, and could also accommodate light manufacturing with distribution and retail. The rear of the property includes a refrigerated room approximately 35'x50', along with multiple storage rooms. The front of the property features a small retail or office space, and a large, two-story apartment with separate access. The property could also be leased to multiple tenants. With high traffic volume, visibility, frontage on Route 1, and ample parking, this property offers potential for success.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Wine & Cheese Shop ... Specialty Food Shop Skin's Scoop Ice ... Grocery & Convenience Store

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Auto Parts Store Department Store Hotel & Motel

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

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Wells
    County
    York
    State
    Maine
    Longitude
    -70.5948
    Latitude
    43.2793

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Grocery and convenience store - High-visibility retail building with expansion and development opportunities.
    Where is this grocery and convenience store located?
    The property is located at 259 Post Road Wells, ME.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $975,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: High‑visibility location on Route 1 with expansive frontage and ample parking, benefiting from astronomic traffic count.; Established retail building with a 50‑year history as the Wine and Cheese shop, a recognizable landmark.; **Large barn space (over 5,000 sq ft) offering endless expansion and development opportunities** for various businesses (brewery, bar, steakhouse, etc.).
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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

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    • 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
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    • 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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