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Executive Summary

Currently operating as the iconic Crafty Crab, the property is fully built out with a commercial kitchen, dining areas across multiple levels, and lower-level storage and freezer space. The building is ideal for an owner-operator, restaurant group, or investor seeking a flagship downtown location.
Key Features Include:
• Full commercial kitchen with hood system and equipment
• Lower-level freezers and storage
• Furniture and Class B liquor license available
• Two (2) separate HVAC systems
• Distinctive historic architecture with high ceilings and mezzanine level
INVESTMENT & REPOSITIONING UPSIDE
This property presents multiple exit strategies:
• Continue as a high-volume restaurant/bar
• Reposition as a chef-driven concept, nightlife venue, or entertainment space
• Long-term redevelopment or mixed-use potential under favorable downtown zoning
Downtown Baltimore continues to benefit from tourism, residential growth, and institutional demand, making this a compelling opportunity for both cash-flow and appreciation-focused buyers.

Property Facts

Sale Type
Owner User
Property Type
Retail
Property Subtype
Storefront Retail/Office
Building Size
5,950 SF
Building Class
C
Year Built
1905
Price
$1,700,000
Price Per SF
$285.71
Tenancy
Single
Building Height
3 Stories
Slab To Slab
10’
Building FAR
1.37
Lot Size
0.10 AC
Opportunity Zone
Yes
Zoning
C-5DC
Frontage
45’ on South St

Amenities

  • Restaurant
Exceptionally walkable
100/100
Fairly drivable
50/100
Exceptional public transit
100/100
Moderately bikeable
70/100

Nearby Major Retailers

Truist
The Cheesecake Factory
The Halal Guys
The Capital Grille
McAlister's Deli
IHOP
Cosi
Kona Grill
PNC Bank
Wells Fargo Advisors

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Number
0662-004
Land Assessment
$0
Improvements Assessment
$0
Total Assessment
$1,008,400
  • Listing ID: 39366378

  • Date on Market: 2/7/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 44 South St, Baltimore, MD 21202

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