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Historic Theater with Street-Front Retail
For Sale
$695,000

27 Railroad Street, North Canaan, CT 06018

COMMERCIAL - North Canaan, CT

Property Size10,383 SF
Lot Size0.24 Acres
Price / SF$66.94
Days on Market47

Property Features for 27 Railroad Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning 3
Directions From Route 44 to Railroad St. Park in #25 parking lot (private lot, gravel)
Standard status Active
Size 10,383 SF
Lot size 0.24 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2026
Tax Annual Amount 7523

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Cooling system Central Air
Water source Public

Amenities

retro marquee
custom mural
vintage ticket booth
concession stand

Building Details

Year built 1923
Listing Agency: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l · Sotheby's International Realty
Listed By: Lenore Mallett · License #RES.0803183
Added: Jun 22 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 7 at 4:06AM
MLS# 24178306

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at 27 Railroad Street in North Canaan, CT, this historic three-level theater building dates to 1923 and was designed as a landmark entertainment venue. The property includes a main theater with structural seating for approximately 120 guests, with additional room to add seating. Across its two primary floors, the building houses approximately 400 guests. A custom mural, vintage ticket booth, and concession stand connect to the main theatre experience, and the exterior features an iconic retro marquee.

In the early 2000s, the building underwent a comprehensive restoration that revived its original Art Deco details. The street-front facade also includes completely separate, high-visibility commercial retail units. The property is served by public water and public sewer, with central air for cooling.

With its theater configuration and attached retail frontage, the building offers an entertainment-focused footprint paired with street-level commercial space.

Key Highlights

  • Historic three‑level theater building built in 1923
  • Approximately 400 guests across two primary floors
  • Main theatre has structural seating for approximately 120 guests

Property Analytics

Current Use

Stunning Styles Hair Hair Salon Canaan Colonial Theatre Cinema

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Electrical Service Plumbing Service Storage Facility Pharmacy (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

247
Businesses Nearby
54k
Monthly Visits Nearby

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

6% 2019
7.1% 2020
6.5% 2021
6% 2022
5.7% 2023
5.6% 2024
6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Theater & concert hall - Three-level theater building with central air, 0.24-acre lot, and separate street-front retail units.
Where is this theater & concert hall located?
The property is located at 27 Railroad Street North Canaan, CT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $695,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic three‑level theater building built in 1923; Approximately 400 guests across two primary floors; Main theatre has structural seating for approximately 120 guests
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