- 0 full · 6 half
- baths
- 22,856
- sqft
- 1870
- year built
- Status:
- Active
- MLS #:
- 24042091
- County:
- New Haven
- Listed By:
- Rachel Welch - William Raveis Real Estate
- Agent Phone:
- (860) 304-6896
- Agent Email:
- rachel.welch@raveis.com
Sponsoring Broker: Derek Eisenberg, Continental Real Estate Group, Inc
Built in 1870, this gable-roofed Romanesque Revival, 22,856 square foot, historic brownstone was designed by Henry Dudley of New York, known for Gothic Revival churches. Eagerly awaiting an outside-the-box thinker to recreate a new identity, this building has endless possibilities. Bring your own congregation and maintain its current use, or new opportunities await for a wedding venue, event space, beer hall, performance venue, retail space, municipal or medical offices, apartments and more! Move-in ready, this property features a bell tower, pews, stained glass windows, 1966 Austin pipe organ, full commercial kitchen, locked side entrance with offices, and several other room spaces. Typically associated with classical architectural styles, the Sanctuary is complete with custom architectural woodwork, arched beams and decorative iron supporting structures adding comfort and elegance. Neighboring are other similar brownstone landmarks including the Meriden Board of Ed, Town Hall, Holy Word Foundation, the Amtrak station, and the Meriden Town Green. Meticulous care is evident over the years with a new slate roof, preventative maintenance records, new sidewalks and waterproofing as a testament of the care and devotion to its rich history. A visit is a must to visualize and create new ideas for this space. Buyer to do all due diligence for zoning purposes.
Highlights
- Commercial Sale
- Built in 1870
- 0.5 Acre Lot
- 801 days on Market
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- Bathrooms
- 0 full · 6 half
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- Year Built
- 1870
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- Stories
- 2.0
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- Construction Materials
- Stone
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- Living Area
- 22856.0
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- Security Features
- Security System
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- Cooling
- Central Air
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- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Oil
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- Acres
- 0.5
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- Lot Features
- Corner Lot
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- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
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- Water
- Public
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- County
- New Haven
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- City
- Meriden
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- Zip Code
- 06450
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Nearby Schools
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Price History
| 09/01/2024 | Listed | $800,000 |
| Source: SmartMLS #24042091 | ||
Source: MLS Data
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This home is listed at $800,000 with 22,856 sqft of space—that comes out to approximately $35 per square foot.
How long has this property been on the market?
136 E Main St was listed on September 01, 2024, which means it's been on the market for 801 days.
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When was this house built?
This home was built in 1870, making it approximately 156 years old.
What is the lot size of this property?
136 E Main St sits on a 0.5-acre lot, which is 21,780 square feet.
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Last Updated: November 11, 2026 at 10:25AM | Source: SmartMLS | MLS#: 24042091
