Introducing The Commons, an elegantly restored 2-story brick commercial building in the heart of Eastport's historic waterfront district, now available for new ownership. The building underwent a comprehensive restoration guided by a respected architect & expert in historic rehabilitations, including the recent complete rebuilding of its south exterior wall. This cherished landmark is poised to remain a vital part of Eastport's future. Originally rebuilt in 2003-04, The Commons has been meticulously maintained with recent upgrades: a new membrane roof, electrical improvements, two new boilers (2021), and fresh exterior paint. Affectionately named 'The Commons' by the six women who acquired it 2 decades ago, the 1886 landmark embodies resilience & dedication to the community. It is part of the 31 structures that make up Eastport's National Historic District. Spanning 4,313 sq. ft., the building offers four distinct commercial spaces, including two charming short-term rental suites on the second floor. Each suite offers stunning water views, complete with decks, two bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room, laundry facilities, & tasteful furnishings. The first floor is home to three businesses: an art gallery & online shop showcasing local artists, a street-level commercial office space with an ongoing multi-year lease, plus additional office space, & a shared kitchenette and bathroom. Currently operating as a break-even venture, The Commons provides a blank canvas with immense potential for enterprising individuals. Whether you choose to reside in one suite while renting out the other, continue to lease the suites, or run your own business on the 1st floor, the opportunities are endless. Bring your vision, determination, & aspirations for the city's bright future to this idyllic location, where commercial spaces are embraced by breathtaking water vistas stretching across the deep water harbor & working waterfront, reaching out to Campobello & the western isles of Canada.
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Price cut: $100K (2/4)
$750,000
49-55 Water Street, Eastport, ME 04631
4beds
4,312sqft
Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1886
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$174/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Working waterfrontStreet-level commercial office spaceNew membrane roofShared kitchenette and bathroomHistoric waterfront districtFresh exterior paintStunning water views
- 101 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 15, 2025 at 09:01am
Listed by:
Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1511024

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Primary Bedroom w/Bath
- Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Carpet
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,312
- Total interior livable area: 4,312 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,151
- Finished area below ground: 2,161
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Driveway, Other
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic
- Waterfront features: Bay, Harbor
- Body of water: Eastport Harbor; Passamaquoddy Bay
Lot
- Size: 2,613.6 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Sidewalks, Historic District, City Lot, Near Shopping
Details
- Zoning: GSD. B1
- Other equipment: Internet Access Available
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Brick, Masonry, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Gravel/Pad, Pillar/Post/Pier, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Membrane,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1886
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Eastport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $174/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $4,667
- Date on market: 1/15/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
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