85 E Main Street, Newark, OH 43055

New Listing
$850,000
Property Type: Commercial Square Footage: 24,256 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 17,424 Status: Active
Current Price: $850,000 List Date: 6/25/2026 Last Modified: 6/25/2026

Overview

Description

This impressive 10,642± SF building, constructed in 1916 as Newark's main post office, blends historic character with modern versatility. Designed under James A. Wetmore, its classic architecture reflects early 20th-century civic pride. Most recently used as an event venue for private parties and church services, the property features spacious interiors and high ceilings, offering flexible options for continued event use or conversion to office or retail space. Included in the sale are D-1, D-2, D-3, and D-6 liquor licenses, providing additional opportunities for hospitality or entertainment operations while preserving a landmark piece of Newark's history.

Listing Details MLS# 226023483

Location Property Info

Original List Price
850000
Property Sub Type
Entertainment
Street #
85
Street PreDirection
E
Street Name
Main
Street Suffix
Street
County
Licking
State
OH
Zip Code
43055
Township
None

OfficeContract Info

MLS Entry Date
2026-06-25

General Property Info

Total SqFt Available
24256
Bldg Sq Ft
24256
Max Cont Sqft Avail
24256
Minimum Sqft Avail
24256
# of Floors Above Gr
Yes
Year Built
1890
Lot Size (Side)
198
Acreage
0.4
# of Docks
0

Tax Info

Parcel #
054-187000-00.000
Zoning
DC
Mult Parcels/Sch Dis
No
Tax Year
2025
Tax Abatement
No
Taxes (Yrly)
5625

Auction Info

Auction/Online Bidding Y/N
No

Location & Property Info

List Price/SqFt
35.04
City (Mailing Addr)
Newark
Corp LimitPerAuditor
Newark

More Information

Office/Contract Info

For Sale
Yes
Exchange
No
For Lease
No
Lease Rate $/Sq Ft
0

Remarks & Misc

Property Description
This impressive 10,642± SF building, constructed in 1916 as Newark's main post office, blends historic character with modern versatility. Designed under James A. Wetmore, its classic architecture reflects early 20th-century civic pride. Most recently used as an event venue for private parties and church services, the property features spacious interiors and high ceilings, offering flexible options for continued event use or conversion to office or retail space. Included in the sale are D-1, D-2, D-3, and D-6 liquor licenses, providing additional opportunities for hospitality or entertainment operations while preserving a landmark piece of Newark's history.

Income/Expenses

Gross Income
0
Net Operating Income
0
Total Expenses
0

Addl Acceptance Cond

None Known
Yes

T Reimburses L

Curr Yr Est $/SF TRL
0

MLS Primary PhotoSrc

Realtor Provided
Yes

Property Features

Addl Acceptance Cond: None Known MLS Primary PhotoSrc: Realtor Provided
Listing Office: Shai-Hess Commerical Real Estate, LLC
Listing Agent: Joseph Gebhart
Last Updated: June - 25 - 2026
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