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Restaurant and Event Venue Property
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$1,175,000

3939 STATE HIGHWAY 205, Hartwick, NY 13439

Owner-occupied restaurant with wedding and short-term rental use, featuring expansive indoor dining areas and two fireplaces.

Property Size6,168 SF
Price / SF$190.50
Days on Market134

Property Features for 3939 STATE HIGHWAY 205

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 6,168 SF
Property subtype General Commercial

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $4,598

Amenities

A/C - Other
3
Stone
Other
Asphalt, Shingle
50 Parking Spaces.
Rectangular
Rectangular.

Building Details

Year Built 1760
Listing Agency: River Hills Properties LLC Lf
Listed By: Brandon Mosher · License #10301224028
Source: Xome
Added: Apr 20 Changed: Aug 31 Last Checked: Aug 31 at 1:34PM

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 River Hills Properties LLC Lf

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This owner-occupied property is currently operating as a restaurant, wedding venue, and Airbnb destination. The building offers expansive indoor dining and event spaces with warm wood finishes and gathering areas centered on two wood-burning fireplaces and two propane inserts. The layout is described as flexible for large events, intimate dining, or short-term rentals.

The property is located along US Route 20, providing visibility and accessibility while maintaining a private, destination-style setting.

Recent upgrades referenced in the remarks include a full re-plumb, refinished flooring throughout, and a newly installed residential kitchen with custom cabinetry and quartz countertops. Outside, a newly constructed barn/garage provides additional storage and utility. Please note there is a restriction on closing: no closing prior to 11/01/2026.

Key Highlights

  • Owner‑occupied property operating as a restaurant, wedding venue, and Airbnb destination with expansive indoor dining and event spaces
  • Two wood‑burning fireplaces plus two propane inserts for a year‑round indoor ambiance
  • Recent upgrades include full re‑plumb, refinished flooring, and a newly installed residential kitchen with custom cabinetry and quartz countertops

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$85,429
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
7.27%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$1,708,580 $1.7M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,220,414 $1.2M
Cap Rate 9%
$949,211 $949.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 6,168 SF Vacancy — income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year, subtracted from gross rent. EGI (Effective Gross Income) — gross rent minus vacancy losses, the realistic income before paying operating costs. OpEx (Operating Expenses) — recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management); excludes financing and capital improvements. NOI (Net Operating Income) — income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
Gross rent
$116.9K $18.96/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.0K −$0.49/SF
EGI
$113.9K $18.47/SF
− OpEx
−$28.5K −$4.62/SF
NOI
$85.4K $13.85/SF
Area
Otsego County, NY
Vacancy
2.60%
Lease Rate
$18.96 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$1,708,580
Cap Rate 7%
$1,220,414
Cap Rate 9%
$949,211

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$1.22M
$1.07M – $1.42M (±1% cap)
NOI $85,429 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.27%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$718.2K
$628.4K – $837.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $50,275 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.28%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.70M
$1.49M – $1.98M (±1% cap)
NOI $119,018 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.13%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick Garden Center

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
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 13439, NY

3,681
Population
2,192
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
49
Median Age
30%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
87.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
42
Density / Sq Mi
$63,681
Median Household Income
$35,818
Median Earnings
$827
Median Rent
$184,300
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Owner-occupied restaurant with wedding and short-term rental use, featuring expansive indoor dining areas and two fireplaces.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 3939 STATE HIGHWAY 205 Hartwick, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,175,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Owner‑occupied property operating as a restaurant, wedding venue, and Airbnb destination with expansive indoor dining and event spaces; Two wood‑burning fireplaces plus two propane inserts for a year‑round indoor ambiance; Recent upgrades include full re‑plumb, refinished flooring, and a newly installed residential kitchen with custom cabinetry and quartz countertops
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