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11 E Broadway

Salem, NY 12865

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$499,000

Listing by:
Penny M Spiezio
PennyDot Realty
518-321-9767

A rare opportunity to own this Pre-Revolutionary building while continuing to shape its future. Fort Salem Theater is one of Washington County's oldest & most recognizable performing arts venues dating back to the late 1700's, offering approximately 6,479 sq ft in the heart of Salem. Lovingly restored and thoughtfully improved since 2020, this fully operational theater blends historic character with modern functionality, creating a truly turnkey opportunity. Inside, guests are welcomed by the warmth and charm that only a historic theater can provide, including authentic audience seating from Broadway's legendary Helen Hayes Theatre, adding a unique connection to New York City's rich theatrical heritage. A professional proscenium stage, a secondary ''black box'' space, backstage dressing rooms, lobby, administrative space, and extensive theater infrastructure are all in place, allowing the next owner to continue operations from day one. The property has benefited from extensive capital improvements and growing attendance, reflecting strong community support and careful stewardship. Included in the sale is a substantial inventory of theater equipment and operational assets, providing exceptional value and minimizing startup costs. Since 2021 the theater has welcomed around 30,000 patrons, with year round, monthly events. While perfectly suited for continued live theater productions, Fort Salem Theater also lends itself to concerts, comedy performances, lectures, educational programming, weddings, private events, community gatherings, nonprofit organizations, houses of worship, and other assembly uses. Conveniently located within easy reach of New York's Capital Region, Southern Vermont, the Berkshires, and Saratoga Springs, Fort Salem Theater represents a rare opportunity to own an established regional destination where history, creativity, and community continue to take center stage. The history of Fort Salem Theater is attached in documents

$499,000
0.0
Bedroom
0
Bathroom
6,479
Sq. Ft.
$ 77
$/Sq. Ft.
0.61
Acres
Year Built:
1780
County:
Washington
School District:
Salem
Acres:
0.61
Listing Agent:
Penny M Spiezio
Listing Office:
PennyDot Realty
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Features

Square Feet: 6,479
Town: Salem
Bedrooms: 0
Full Bathrooms: 0
Estimated Taxes: $6,932
Water: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heat: Forced Air, Propane Tank Leased
Garage: 0
Property Style: Other
Exterior: Brick
Cooling: Central Air
Parking Spaces: 30
Zoning: Commercial

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