About 5153 Old Post Rd
c. 1739 The Historic Wilcox Tavern has been a staple in Charlestown for generations. With potential for a 200 seat, full service restaurant offering over 7000sf, large kitchen and bar area, the property currently has a yoga studio tenant. With a newly built hardscaped exterior patio and ample parking, opportunities are endless. The 2.71 acre lot sits directly above Route 1, with over 17,000 vehicles on average traveling by daily, and adjacent to a traffic light for easy on/off access. In addition to the restaurant, the sale includes a separate, legal 4 unit, 7 bedroom, 2688sf income producing apartment building.
Features of 5153 Old Post Rd
| MLS® # | 1419106 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,950,000 |
| Bathrooms | 0.00 |
| Square Footage | 2,688 |
| Square Footage | 118047 |
| Acres | 2.71 |
| Year Built | 1739 |
| Type | Commercial Sale |
| Sub-Type | Commercial |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
Community Information
| Address | 5153 Old Post Rd |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Route 1 |
| City | Charlestown |
| County | Washington |
| State | RI |
| Zip Code | 02813 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Electricity Available, Natural Gas Not Available, Water Available |
| Features | Historic District, Wooded |
| Parking Spaces | 70 |
| View | Water |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
Interior
| Heating | Baseboard |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Stories | 3 |
| Stories | 3 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full |
Exterior
| Exterior | Frame |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Historic District, Wooded |
| Construction | Frame |
| Foundation | Stone |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 28th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | C3 |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Gustave White Sotheby's Realty |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | 401-849-3000 |
| Contact Info | 401-849-3000 |
