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Grocery and Convenience Store on Corner Lot
For Sale
$849,950

537 Railroad Street, St Johnsbury, VT 05819

Historic corner property with on-site parking for 20+ cars and street parking, plus storage space on upper floors.

Property Size10,826 SF
Price / SF$78.51
Days on Market386

Property Features for 537 Railroad Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 10,826 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Additional Details

Business Included Yes
Corner Location Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1851
Tenancy Single
Listing Agency: RE/Max Heritage
Listed By: Mathew Ghafoori
Source: Greenlight-realestate
Added: Aug 24, 2025 Changed: Sep 12 Last Checked: Sep 12 at 10:59AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This sale includes the building, land, business, and inventory for an established grocery and convenience store. The property is set on a corner lot described as high traffic and highly visible, and it features a unique historic building that was once a local church. The building dates to 1851 and includes original interior details such as woodwork and tin ceilings, along with cabinets and other architectural features.

On-site parking is provided for 20+ cars, with additional street parking to support convenient access for customers. The second and third floors are currently used for storage, and the retained architectural character could support an expansion of uses such as a meditation center, restaurant, local artisan space, event space, or other concepts.

The property is located in the town’s designated downtown district. The downtown designation may offer opportunities for special grants and financing for future owners.

Key Highlights

  • Includes building, land, business, and inventory
  • Historic building built in 1851 with original woodwork and tin ceilings
  • Corner lot described as high traffic and highly visible

Property Analytics

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Current Use

St. Johnsbury Country ... Department Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Electrical Service Bakery Barber Shop Catering Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pet Grooming 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

Single-tenant
Tenancy
Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

742
Businesses Nearby
42k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 46% Dining 31% Home Improvements & Furnishings 20% Electronics 3%
Mobil Shops & Services
10,548 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
7,750 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Aubuchon Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
6,376 visits/mo 0.5 miles
SUBWAY Dining
3,017 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Union Bank Shops & Services
2,863 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 05819, VT

9,040
Population
4,352
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
31%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
88.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
102
Density / Sq Mi
$59,844
Median Household Income
$37,437
Median Earnings
$902
Median Rent
$190,200
Median Home Value
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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?
Grocery and convenience store - Historic corner property with on-site parking for 20+ cars and street parking, plus storage space on upper floors.
Where is this grocery and convenience store located?
The property is located at 537 Railroad Street St Johnsbury, VT.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $849,950.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Includes building, land, business, and inventory; Historic building built in 1851 with original woodwork and tin ceilings; Corner lot described as high traffic and highly visible
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