8-10 East Hoosac Street

8-10 East Hoosac Street, Adams, MA, a remarkable investment opportunity in the heart of the East Village.​ Positioned near Summer Street, this building has two addresses under one deed, boasting two unique floors, each offering separate opportunities, including a theater, a restaurant (formerly the Adams Ale House), and a former bowling alley now storage, spanning an approximate area of 12,400 square feet.​ The building is approximately 90’ in width x 95’ in length and sits on an irregular lot totaling 16,349 square feet (Tax Map: 112, Lot: 143).​ The property is zoned for B-2 (extensive business).​ It hosts a rubber roof newly installed in 2018.​ It also hosts a wet & dry fire suppression system which passed inspection on September 25th, 2024.​ The rubber roof was recently installed in 2018.​ New HVACs, boilers, and renovations have occurred in the past six months.​ The commercial opportunities with this property are varied.​

Diverse Unit Mix

This two-story, mixed-use building contains commercial units previously furnished as a popular bar & restaurant boasting an upstairs theater with a community-sized capacity that previously served as Adam’s local community.​ All floors in the building have been equipped with a wet and dry fire suppression system, which last passed inspection on September 25th, 2024, with a complete fire escape from the second floor.​

Features

This property features a 16-camera hardwired security system, motion sensors, a wet & dry fire suppression system, and huge storage potential to elevate its stature.​ The building has two floors and an unfinished attic space equipped with solid foundations and charm.​ It hosts new boilers, five new HVAC systems, multiple kitchens, an event room, multi-stall restrooms, a locker room with shower, multiple kitchens, a cold cellar with compression system, a walk-in freezer, storm doors, magnets on exterior doors, a grandfathered liquor license, and more.​ 

Location & Transportation

Located just off of Summer Street, a popular shopping and residential mixed-use street in Adams, 8-10 East Hoosac Street has a naturally strong demand due to being near the center of town.​ The enduring proximity of a commercial district, parks, and parking creates a strong demand for tenants.​ Nearby attractions include Susan B.​ Anthony’s Home, Williams College, MCLA, MASS MOCA, and The Clark Art Institute.​ Adjacent to many nearby, including a 19-minute drive to Williams College, 2 minutes to the Berkshire Arts & Tech Charter School, 11 minutes to North Adam’s Mass Moca or MCLA, and 26 minutes to downtown Pittsfield.​

Property Facts

Price

$549,999

Style

Low Rise

Price Per Unit

$274,999.50

Zoning

B-2

Sale Type

Commercial Investment

Lot Size

0.55 AC

Cap Rate

-

Building Size

12,400 sq.​ ft.​

Gross Rent Multiplier

-

Current Occupancy

0%

No.​ Units

2 (Theater / Restaraunt&Bar)

No.​ Stories

2 w/ attic

Property Type

Extensive Business

Year Built (per    public record)

1919

Residential Conversion Disclaimer: The Town of Adams can provide a special permit for the residential conversion of the upper level of this property as it is B-2 extensive business zoning.​ The pdf file provides a draft plan (not approved by an architect) and gives a potential plan for four residential units upstairs: two three-bedroom units and two one-bedroom units, with the existing commercial space remaining on the ground floor.​

Please note that while architectural plans were created, they were not officially stamped or finalized.​ Any buyer intending to proceed with the conversion must complete their due diligence, including securing the necessary building permits and ensuring compliance with all zoning and construction requirements.​ All information provided is subject to buyer verification and should not be construed as a guarantee of final approvals beyond the special permit already granted.​