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Investment Highlights

  • Operating concert venue
  • Operating bar with a kitchen

Executive Summary

Concert Venue + Bar/Restaurant
230 Main Street, Hobart, IN
1. Two Complementary Assets = One Ecosystem
* This is not just a concert venue—it is a **fully integrated entertainment ecosystem**.
* The theatre and adjacent bar/restaurant function together, capturing revenue **before, during, and after events**.
* Buyers are acquiring **control of the entire customer experience**, not relying on third-party operators to monetize foot traffic.
2. Built-In Demand Generator
* The concert venue is a **consistent demand engine** that feeds the bar and restaurant.
* Every show night creates predictable surges in food and beverage sales with **near-zero marketing cost**.
* Unlike standalone restaurants, traffic here is **program-driven**, not weather- or trend-dependent.
3. Proven Transformation, Not a Concept
* Since 2019, ownership has already absorbed the execution risk:
* Professional-grade lighting, sound, staging, and backstage systems are in place
* The venue is fully capable of hosting national touring acts and well-known comedians
* A buyer is stepping into a **stabilized, operationally proven model**, not a turnaround.
4. Scarcity of Product
* Purpose-built, mid-size (˜500 capacity) historic theatres are **extremely rare**—especially those already modernized.
* Venues of this size are in high demand by touring acts that are “too big for bars, too small for arenas.”
* Replacement cost would be **significantly higher than acquisition cost**, with zoning, construction, and timeline risk.
5. Intimate Scale with National Reach
* The 500-person capacity creates:
* Strong ticket pricing power
* High artist satisfaction
* A premium guest experience that larger venues cannot replicate
* This size consistently attracts touring performers seeking intimate rooms with professional infrastructure.
6. Multiple Revenue Streams
* Concert ticket sales
* Bar and restaurant food & beverage
* Private events, rentals, and corporate bookings
* Sponsorships and branded programming opportunities
* Merchandising and VIP experiences
This is a **diversified income profile**, not a single-line business.
7. Downtown Anchor Asset
* The property is a recognized cultural anchor in downtown Hobart.
* Event nights visibly activate Main Street, benefiting surrounding businesses and reinforcing the venue’s civic importance.
* Municipalities support assets like this—politically, culturally, and economically.
8. Transferable Brand & Reputation
* The theatre has already established:
* Market credibility
* Performer trust
* Audience loyalty
* A new owner benefits from **brand equity built over years**, not starting from zero.
9. Operational Upside for the Next Owner
* Opportunities for expanded programming:
* Additional weekday events
* Brunch, daytime, or themed food programming tied to shows
* Festivals, comedy series, and touring partnerships
* Margin expansion through refined bar concepts, sponsorships, and premium seating/VIP experiences.
10. Defensive Asset in an Experiential Economy
* Consumers are spending less on goods and more on **experiences**.
* Live entertainment paired with food and beverage is one of the most resilient discretionary categories.
* This asset directly benefits from long-term behavioral trends favoring social, live, and local experiences.
11. Clean Exit Logic
* Clear buyer profiles:
* Owner-operators
* Hospitality groups
* Entertainment venue operators
* Strategic investors seeking experiential assets
* The combined venue + restaurant configuration **broadens the buyer pool** and supports future resale.
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Property Facts

Price $2,000,000
Price Per SF $258.16
Sale Type Investment
Cap Rate 6%
Property Type Specialty
Property Subtype Movie/Radio/TV Studio
Building Class C
Lot Size 0.20 AC
Building Size 7,747 SF
No. Stories 1
Year Built 1940
Walk Score®
Very Walkable (74)
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Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Number
45-09-32-152-026.000-018
Land Assessment
$31,800
Improvements Assessment
$298,300
Total Assessment
$330,100
  • Listing ID: 38421204

  • Date on Market: 11/12/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 230 Main St, Hobart, IN 46342

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