189 CLAREMONT AVE
TAMAQUA, PA 18252

$950,000

Sq. Ft.: N/A
Type: Commercial
Listing #PASK2021830
A LANDMARK HISTORICAL and SUCCESSFUL CURRENTLY OPERATING DINER is being offered FOR SALE for the VERY FIRST TIME! The sale includes the property, the business, a liquor license, trade fixtures, and intellectual property. Originally constructed as a Diner Car in 1941, and is said to be the last prewar diner brought to the anthracite region that still stands today! The building has been remodeled and added to through modern day to accommodate the ever changing demands of the times, with several recent improvements having been done. This property and business have been in the same family since its inception and has been owner-operated for over 83 successful years. It is located in the desirable and growing Tamaqua Area, at the intersection of two main state highways. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, typical traffic counts at this location are approximately 20,000 cars per day. A nearby farmers market also significantly increases traffic on Wednesdays. The building has a new roof (installed in 2023), as well as new gutters and downspouts. Further improvements have been made, and details are available in the associated documents. The property has ample parking to accommodate a large clientele, and the lot has recently been resurfaced. Two Carrier Rooftop Heating units were replaced in 2015 and 2018. There are also 2 Fire Suppression systems and 3 Fire extinguishers on site. Parking lot recently seal coated-8/25. Please call the broker for more information. Serious inquiries only.
Listing Courtesy of: RE/MAX Of Reading (610) 670-2770
Property Features
Location Information
County: SCHUYLKILL-PA
Municipality: RUSH TWP
Latitude: 40.82304764
Longitude: -75.98046112
MLS Area: Rush Twp (13325)
Subdivision: HOMETOWN
Directions: GPS Best-Located at the corner of SR 309 & SR 54 in Hometown/Tamaqua
Interior Features
Heating: Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Owned
Cooling: Central A/C, Electric
Water Heater: Electric
Total Number of Units: 1
Accessibility: 2+ Access Exits
Exterior Features
Is New Construction: No
Construction: Other
Roof: Rubber
Septic or Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 3 Phases, Single Phase, Circuit Breakers
Utilities: Electric Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Has Garage: No
Parking Spaces: 48
Site Description: Highway
Lot Features: Cleared, Not In Development, Corner
Topography: Flat
Lot Size in Acres: 0.64
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.: 27,878
Dimensions: See legal description
Zoning: HC
Condition: Very Good
Building Total Area (Sq. Ft.): 3,140
Road Description: Black Top, Paved
Has Waterfront: No
Has Water Access: No
School
School District: TAMAQUA AREA
Additional Information
ListDate: 2025-06-14 00:00:00.0
Possession: Negotiable, Settlement
Property Type: COM
Property SubType: Commercial Sale
Year Built: 1941
Status: Active
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Amount: $5,546
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Inclusions: Equipment, Land, Building, Intellectual Property, Liquor License. Call for more information
Exclusions: Decorative items/Wall Art. Coffee & Dish machines-leased
Available For Lease: No
Business Type: Restaurant/Bar


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