279 S Main Street, Winterport, ME 04496

$575,000
Property Type: Commercial Square Footage: 5,600 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 41,818 Status: Active
Current Price: $575,000 List Date: 2/25/2026 Last Modified: 5/13/2026

Description

Position your business for success in this high-visibility, multi-purpose commercial building ideally located on Main Street in the heart of Winterport, offering scenic views of the Penobscot River. With prominent street frontage, strong daily traffic, and excellent signage potential, this property delivers exceptional exposure year-round in one of coastal Maine's most charming communities. The building is currently configured for a restaurant and event center as well as a tasting room, and brewery/winery production facility, making it a rare opportunity for food, beverage, and hospitality operators. The layout also supports private events, live entertainment, and destination-style experiences, capitalizing on both local and seasonal traffic. With ample square footage and an adaptable floor plan, the property offers endless potential beyond its current use. Ideal for retail, professional offices, medical or wellness services, studio space, mixed-use concepts, or creative redevelopment, this space can easily be reimagined to meet a wide range of commercial or investment goals. Winterport's walkable downtown, proximity to Route 1, and riverfront setting create a strategic and visually appealing location for businesses serving both local residents and regional visitors. The combination of Main Street visibility and river views provides a unique competitive advantage rarely found in comparable properties. Whether you're expanding an established operation, launching a destination business, or investing in a flexible commercial asset, this Main Street property offers location, views, versatility, and long-term value in the heart of Winterport.

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More Information MLS# 1652717

Location Information

Street #: 279 Pre Direction: S Street Name: Main Street Type: Street County: Waldo Town: Winterport State/Province: ME Zip Code: 04496 Zip +4: 3000 Leased Land: No Book: 4722 Page: 7 Map: U02 Lot: 022 Zoning: Commercial Zoning Overlay: No Full Tax Amount $: 3273 Tax Year: 2025 Tree Growth Y/N: No Association Y/N: No Geo Lat: 44.633453 Geo Lon: -68.849067

Contract Information

Status: Active Original List Price: 575000 List Price: $575,000 Current Price: $575,000

Property Information

Primary Use: General Commercial Surveyed: No Deed/Conveyance Type Offered: Quit Claim w/Covenant Deed: All Deed Restrictions: Unknown Bank Owned REO: No Year Built: 1970 Leases: No Total # Floors: 2 SqFt Finished Total: 5600 Lot Size Acres +/-: 0.96

Water Info

Water View: Yes

Utilities

Utilities On: Yes

Property Features

Location: Business District; Water View Water Body Type: River Recreational Water: Nearby Construction: Wood Frame Property Uses: Bar/Tavern/Lounge; Child Care; Commercial; Convenience Store; Executive Suites; Medical; Office Building; Restaurant; Retail Basement: Full Foundation Materials: Poured Concrete Exterior: Wood Siding Roof: Shingle Heat System: Baseboard; Heat Pump Heat Fuel: Gas Bottled; Oil Cooling: Heat Pump Floors: Cork Building Features: Loading Docks 1 - 4 Parking: 21+ Spaces; Paved Electric: Circuit Breakers; Three Phase Sewer: Public Sewer Water: Public
Listing Office: Realty of Maine
Last Updated: May - 13 - 2026
279 S Main Street, Winterport, ME 04496- MLS# 1652717
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