248 Main St, Hardwick MA 01031

Hardwick, MA 01031

$350,000

Est. $2,153/month

1,040

Sq Ft

$337

Price/Sq Ft

0.29

Acres

1900

Year Built

38 minutes

Time on Market

Active Listed May 11, 2026 • MLS# 73515940 Copied!

About this home

Unique investment opportunity: the landmark "Whistle Stop" restaurant in the Gilbertville section of Hardwick is now available for sale. This "railroad diner" style establishment is a local institution with a loyal following of residents and tourists alike. The sale includes the well-established, turnkey business, all contents, and the real estate. The property also features an ice cream service area that offers immediate growth potential for a new owner. Recent improvements to the property include: Electrical and plumbing upgrades - New Heating/AC unit - Handicap-accessible entrance with a Kleeberg metal ramp and railing and New A. Eagle gutters. Please note that while the business and real estate are included in the sale price, the liquor license is not transferable; the new owner will need to apply for a license through the Town of Hardwick.

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Property Overview

Listing Type

Commercial Sale

Year Built

1900

Living Area

1,040 sq ft

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Commercial Sale

Year Built 1900

Living Area 1,040 sq ft

Lot Size 0.29 acres

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Heating None

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Appliances None

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Basement None

Laundry None

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Roof Shingle

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Pool None

Spa None

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Electric None

Water None

Sewer None

Gas None

Other Public Water, Public Sewer

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Annual Tax $2,196

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248 Main St, Hardwick MA 01031

Hardwick, MA 01031

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Quabbin School District local

C-

✓ School Safety 2024-25

2.4% Average

2.2% Suspensions 3.0% In-School 0.2% Emergency

↓ 3.1% below state avg

Elementary Schools

2 schools

St. Aloysius Catholic School

0.5 mi

Grades PK-08

C-

Hardwick Elementary School

1.5 mi | #686 of 824 | Score: 36.3

Dropped 178 spots from last year

-21.9 below state avg

169 students Less Diverse

Grades PK-05

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Listed for Sale

May 11, 2026

$350,000

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Agent: Dorrinda O'Keefe Shea Office: Century 21 North East

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
05/11/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$350,000	-	-	Original listing

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Date	Event	Price	Change
May 11, 2026	New Listing Added	$350,000	—
May 11, 2026	Sold	$350,000	—

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Time on Market

38 minutes

Price per Sq Ft

$337

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$2,196	—

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Tax Year 2025

Listing Information

Listing Agent Dorrinda O'Keefe Shea

Listing Office Century 21 North East

Agent MLS ID K9503120

Office MLS ID AN4340

Listing Data Updated May 11, 2026 8:57 AM EDT

Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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