50A Franklin Street, Worcester MA 01608

Worcester, MA 01608 • Downtown
$25/mo
241,766
Sq Ft
0.78
Acres
1912
Year Built
4 hours 51 minutes
Time on Market
For Rent Listed Aug 19, 2026 • MLS# 73565399 Copied! • Updated Aug 19, 2026

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About this home

Prime Downtown Worcester Event & Entertainment Venue. A Rare Turn-Key Opportunity for an Experienced Hospitality, Events or Entertainment Operator. Position your concept in the heart of Downtown Worcester on Franklin Street at Franklin & Portland Streets overlooking Worcester Common. This exceptional second-generation space offers up to approximately 6,818 SF with subdivision flexibility and the infrastructure to support multiple revenue streams. The space features a fully built-out commercial kitchen, state of the art pizza oven with open/prep kitchen, bar with approximately 40 tap lines, dedicated event space, and a separate state-of-the-art theater/entertainment component. The venue is positioned to generate revenue through food and beverage, weddings, corporate events, conferences, private celebrations, ticketed entertainment, brand activations, and full or partial buyouts—creating the potential for diversified and recurring cash flow. Ideal for an upscale event and conference center, cocktail lounge, members-style club, theater and entertainment venue, or hybrid restaurant and entertainment concept, the existing infrastructure can significantly reduce the time and expense of building a hospitality destination from the ground up. The property is part of a prominent mixed-use building featuring approximately 250 residential units, office space, and an on-site entertainment component, restaurant, and within proximity to Worcester's theatre district providing built-in activity and a strong downtown customer base. High visibility, nearby public parking and substantial existing hospitality infrastructure further strengthen the opportunity. For the right experienced operator, this is more than a restaurant space—it is a venue-ready platform with multiple avenues for revenue, repeat business and cash flow, offering the opportunity to create Downtown Worcester’s next premier event, entertainment, food and beverage destination.

Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Rent
Aug 19, 2026
$25
Original listing
Agent: Fionnula Bohan Office: Centre Realty Group

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $287,129

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$287,129
Tax Year 2025

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Commercial Lease
Year Built 1912
Living Area 241,766 sq ft
Lot Size 0.78 acres

Rental Details

Rent Includes None
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
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Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
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Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
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Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other Public Water, Public Sewer, Natural Gas Available, 220 Volts

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Documents None
County Worcester

Property Overview

Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1912
Living Area
241,766 sq ft

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School District
Worcester School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
51% attend college
35% 4-Year 16% 2-Year 4% Out of State 4% Working
School Safety 2024-25
4.1% Above Average
3.3% Suspensions 1.7% In-School 0.8% Emergency
1.4% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
F
Chandler Elementary Community School
0.5 mi | #805 of 824 | Score: 26.6
Dropped 59 spots from last year
-31.6 below state avg
402 students Diverse
Grades K-06
C-
Jacob Hiatt Magnet School
0.6 mi | #691 of 824 | Score: 36.2
Dropped 136 spots from last year
-22 below state avg
367 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Elm Park Community School
0.6 mi | #779 of 824 | Score: 30.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-27.6 below state avg
478 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-06
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
The Nativity School of Worcester
0.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C-
Worcester East Middle School
1.1 mi | #298 of 352 | Score: 31.5
Improved 55 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
731 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Worcester Academy
0.8 mi
Grades 06-12
B+
Claremont Academy
1.0 mi | #9 of 25 | Score: 38.3
Improved 317 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
474 students Moderate
10 sports • 216 athletes
Early College Program Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 07-12
A+
Massachusetts Academy of Math and Science at WPI
1.0 mi | #2 of 346 | Score: 91.7
Same rank as last year
99 students Diverse
Strong AP Program College Ready Curriculum Strong Attendance
Grades 11-12
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Neighborhood

Downtown

50A Franklin Street, Worcester MA 01608

Worcester, MA 01608

Listing Information

Listing Agent Fionnula Bohan
Listing Office Centre Realty Group
Office Phone 617-332-0077
Agent MLS ID CN229576
Office MLS ID BB5200
Listing Data Updated Aug 19, 2026 12:00 PM 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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