Search
Historic Theater with Retail, Apartments
For Sale
$3,750,000

39 W Black Well St Abcde, Dover, NJ 07801

Historic 1200-seat theater with retail space and apartments.

Property Size5,413 SF
Lot Size0.46 Acres
Days on Market268

Property Features for 39 W Black Well St Abcde

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 5,413 SF
Lot size 0.46 Acres
Property subtype Commercial

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $18,002

Building Details

Building Size 5,413 SF
Year Built 1906
Stories 3
Units 5
Listing Agency:
Listed By: MARY E. DOUGHERTY
Source: Elliman
Added: Nov 27, 2025 Changed: Aug 10 Last Checked: Aug 21 at 1:32PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of MARY E. DOUGHERTY

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Baker Theater, a historic 1200-seat theater constructed in 1906, is located in downtown Dover, offering convenient access to transportation, local shops, and restaurants. The property includes three classrooms, along with office space, entertainment areas, a kitchen, and dressing rooms located behind the stage, with outdoor access. The theater features a balcony, original marble concession bars, ample restrooms, and high, ornate ceilings. Attached to the theater is a storefront retail space with front and back entrances, previously used as a restaurant. Additionally, the property includes five one-bedroom apartments for supplemental income.

Key Highlights

  • Historic 1200‑seat theater in downtown Dover
  • Includes 5 one‑bedroom apartments for additional income
  • Attached storefront retail space suitable for a restaurant

Property Analytics

Current Use

Theaters & concert halls

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

35
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 07801, NJ

25,935
Population
9,442
Households
2.7
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
81%
High-School Grad
13.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,995
Density / Sq Mi
$78,053
Median Household Income
$37,316
Median Earnings
$1,747
Median Rent
$369,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
Rey
Questions? Ask Rey
Realmo’s AI knows this listing — price, zoning, demand, history. Ask anything.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Theater & concert hall - Historic 1200-seat theater with retail space and apartments.
Where is this theater & concert hall located?
The property is located at 39 W Black Well St Abcde Dover, NJ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,750,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic 1200‑seat theater in downtown Dover; Includes 5 one‑bedroom apartments for additional income; Attached storefront retail space suitable for a restaurant
More about this property
Thanks! Your message was sent.
Error! Your message wasn't sent.
Please enter your name
Please enter email
Please enter the email in the correct format
Please enter phone
Please enter the number in the correct format
Please enter message