High visibility retail building on Route 1 available for sale. Perfect for automotive or other retail uses. Great signage opportunity and an average daily traffic count of 41,147± (north & south on Route 1). In close proximity to Bath Iron Works and nearby retailers including Shaw's, Aroma Joe's, Cumberland Farms and more.
Rarely does an opportunity arise to own a piece of Bath's vibrant, historic core with this level of versatility and exposure. Situated in the heart of Bath's thriving Central Business District, 5 School Street offers a prime location with high visibility and heavy foot traffic year-round. This property stands as an exceptional find for savvy investors, builders, or entrepreneurs looking to trade a little sweat equity for a premier piece of coastal real estate. Strong Bones & Tremendous Upside While the property requires some TLC and has areas of deferred maintenance, it boasts incredibly solid bones and a timeless structure. For the right buyer, this represents the perfect canvas to refresh, remodel, and customize a landmark downtown space to perfectly match your vision while building instant equity. The building features a classic, highly functional layout that maximizes both commercial returns and residential comfort: Downstairs Commercial Space: Traditionally operated as a successful restaurant, the ground floor offers a welcoming storefront footprint with high-impact visual displays. It features excellent street presence and a layout adaptable to continued food and beverage operations, boutique retail, or professional office space. Residential Quarters Upstairs: The upper level hosts a private residential space with great natural light and classic architectural character. This setup presents an incredible live-work opportunity for an owner-operator, or it can be renovated into a high-demand rental unit to provide a strong secondary income stream. The Location Advantage Located just steps from the Kennebec River, iconic local storefronts, and the bustling waterfront district, this property benefits from Bath's distinct mix of tight-knit community loyalty and robust seasonal tourism. Bring your vision, tools, and design ideas to 'The City of Ships' and unlock the massive potential of this rock-solid building in a premier coastal location.
Spectacular waterfront mixed-use multi-family and commercial building with condo-style apartments in downtown Bath. This building is right on the water but has never been impacted by flooding. Additionally, the building has more than 40 parking spaces in the highly coveted downtown. Perfectly positioned in a high-traffic, vibrant pedestrian zone abutting the Bath Riverwalk and Linwood Temple Waterfront Park. This multi-use building offers a harmonious blend of modern luxury and commercial functionality, featuring: - **Four Condo-Style Apartments with Stunning Views** Each unit boasts spacious layouts with large windows over the Kennebec River, and private entries. Ideal for long or short-term rentals. - **Versatile Commercial Spaces** The first and second floors house a mix of retail, restaurant, and office units, catering to a variety of business needs. Perfect for high-end retail boutiques, trendy restaurants, and professional offices, the spaces are designed for maximum visibility and convenience. - **Waterfront Location:** Set on the picturesque Kennebec River shore, this 1976 property is built closer to the water than modern zoning allows. Additionally, a future owner may be able to install a wharf and marina in front of this property, adding tremendous value. Whether you're an investor or owner-occupant, this building combines high-demand residential space in a thriving commercial district in this fabulous waterfront location. Don't miss the chance to own this prime property! Neighboring building at 97 Commercial recently appraised for $205/SF with CAP rate of 6%, proving the strong value of this investment. Current owner has left room for growth in the residential rent roll and is open to a small portion of seller financing for a well qualified buyer with a strong offer.
Prime Waterfront Investment Opportunity in Historic Bath, Maine. The Kennebec Tavern and Marina is a well-established, multi-revenue property ideally situated on the scenic Kennebec River. This rare offering includes 60± boat slip marina with a fuel dock; full-service restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining and bar areas; banquet hall and event space; buildings and land with 175 feet of waterfront; and one of the largest parking lots in the city. Strategically located on Commercial Street, which runs parallel to both the Kennebec River and Front Street—the heart of Bath's downtown business district—this property is just a short walk from shops, restaurants, galleries, parks, and municipal offices. Its prime location offers both real estate ownership and diverse income streams. Expansion & Upside Potential: A 30-slip marina expansion has already been approved by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and additional upside exists through the renewal of the mooring field. Why Bath? Known as The City of Ships, Bath boasts a rich maritime heritage and is home to Bath Iron Works, Maine's largest manufacturing employer and a cornerstone of U.S. naval shipbuilding for over 140 years. The city's deepwater port, just 10 miles from the Gulf of Maine, provides direct access to both coastal and inland waterways. As investment continues to move north along Maine's Mid Coast, Bath stands out with its growing population, vibrant community, and attractive entry fundamentals for investors.


Bath is located in Maine. Bath, Maine has a population of 8,718. Bath is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 26.61% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.95%.
The median household income in Bath, Maine is $60,838. The median household income for the surrounding county is $73,343 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Bath is 42.2 years.
The average high temperature in July is 77.8 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 10.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 49.7 inches per year, with 66.3 inches of snow per year.