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Country Inn Bar and Restaurant
For Sale
$569,000

298 Old Bowers Road, Mertztown, PA 19539

COMMERCIAL - Maxatawny Twp, PA

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market628

Property Features for 298 Old Bowers Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning comm
Parking features Parking Lot
Directions From 100 S,Turn R on Schantz Rd, Turn on Farmington Rd, Continue on Valley Rd, Turn L on Chestnut St, Turn R on Store St, Turn R on State St, Continue on E Weis St, Continue on State St, Continue on Main St , Slight right on Old Bowers Rd,
Subdivision Maxatawny
Standard status Active
APN 63-5452-12-86-4785

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 7212

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Natural Gas, Electric (Heating)
Cooling system Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1820
Building materials Brick, Frame, Masonry
Listing Agency: Howard Hanna TheFrederickGroup
Listed By: Doug Frederick
Added: Nov 22, 2024 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 12 at 1:06PM
MLS# 748518

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Country Inn with an operational bar and restaurant, featuring an updated full kitchen and supporting coolers and storage areas. The main level includes a charming bar area and restaurant seating, along with outside seating. Upper floors are currently available for an owner to use as-is or renovate to fit a chosen concept.

The property is located at 298 Old Bowers Road in Maxatawny Twp, Berks County, Pennsylvania, with public water and public sewer. Construction materials include brick, frame, and masonry. Heating is provided by natural gas and electric systems, and cooling includes wall, ceiling fan, and window unit options. Parking is available via a parking lot.

Built in 1820, this is a property designed for buyers seeking an operating food-and-beverage component today, with room to expand or reimagine the upper floors through renovation.

Key Highlights

  • Operational bar and restaurant with updated full kitchen equipment
  • Bar area, restaurant seating, and outside seating
  • Upper floors available to use as‑is or renovate

Property Analytics

Current Use

Hotels

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Building Supply Catering Service Electrical Service

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

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

28
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 19539, PA

4,488
Population
1,607
Households
2.8
Avg Household Size
48
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
21.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
208
Density / Sq Mi
$102,694
Median Household Income
$56,653
Median Earnings
$975
Median Rent
$264,300
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?
Hotel - Operational country inn offering a bar and restaurant with updated kitchen equipment and customer seating, plus potential for upper-floor use.
Where is this hotel located?
The property is located at 298 Old Bowers Road Mertztown, PA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $569,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Operational bar and restaurant with updated full kitchen equipment; Bar area, restaurant seating, and outside seating; Upper floors available to use as‑is or renovate
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