Property

33 Main Street • Town

$10,000,000

1 bd · 2.5 ba

A rare opportunity to own 33 Main Street—an iconic mixed-use building commanding the premier corner of Main and Federal Streets in the heart of Nantucket’s most coveted retail corridor. This unparalleled location offers exceptional visibility, dual frontage, oversized display windows, and constant pedestrian traffic among the island’s most affluent clientele. Originally built in 1847, the property blends timeless historic character with thoughtful modern upgrades, including central HVAC, sprinkler and fire systems, CCTV, and elevator access. The interiors showcase classic hardwood floors and refined finishes, creating an inviting and highly functional environment for both retail and office use. The building offers a versatile multi-level layout, including highly visible ground-floor retail, a full-height lower-level commercial space with Federal Street access, second-floor office space, and a third-floor one-bedroom apartment with sweeping views over downtown Nantucket. This configuration provides exceptional flexibility for investors or owner-users alike. With strong in-place or potential income, long-term appreciation, and the ability to retain or restructure existing tenancies, 33 Main Street represents a premier investment opportunity in one of the most exclusive and tightly held markets in the country. Ideal for buyers seeking a trophy asset with both immediate cash flow and enduring value or end-users seeking a strategic location.

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MLS Data

Status
Active
List price
$10,000,000
Beds / baths
1 bd · 2.5 ba
Living area
4,799 sq ft
Days on market
114
Listing office
Maury People Sotheby's International Realty

A rare opportunity to own 33 Main Street—an iconic mixed-use building commanding the premier corner of Main and Federal Streets in the heart of Nantucket’s most coveted retail corridor. This unparalleled location offers exceptional visibility, dual frontage, oversized display windows, and constant pedestrian traffic among the island’s most affluent clientele. Originally built in 1847, the property blends timeless historic character with thoughtful modern upgrades, including central HVAC, sprinkler and fire systems, CCTV, and elevator access. The interiors showcase classic hardwood floors and refined finishes, creating an inviting and highly functional environment for both retail and office use. The building offers a versatile multi-level layout, including highly visible ground-floor retail, a full-height lower-level commercial space with Federal Street access, second-floor office space, and a third-floor one-bedroom apartment with sweeping views over downtown Nantucket. This configuration provides exceptional flexibility for investors or owner-users alike. With strong in-place or potential income, long-term appreciation, and the ability to retain or restructure existing tenancies, 33 Main Street represents a premier investment opportunity in one of the most exclusive and tightly held markets in the country. Ideal for buyers seeking a trophy asset with both immediate cash flow and enduring value or end-users seeking a strategic location.

Assessor Record

Location
33 MAIN ST
Primary use
STORE/SHP M94
Zoning
CDT
Assessed total
$8,383,100
Acreage
0.03 ac
Building area
3,150 sq ft
Year built
1847

Registry Record

Latest deed reference: 01350/0219

  • $4,500,000

    10/26/2012 · Book / Page 01350/0219

  • $4,500,000

    2008-02-08 · Book / Page 01124/0312

  • Recorded transfer

    1995-04-21 · Book / Page 00470/0090

  • Recorded transfer

    1976-12-03 · Book / Page 00156/0233

Zoning Context

District code
CDT
District name
Commercial Downtown

Sample allowable uses

  • Primary Dwelling
  • Secondary dwelling
  • Accessory dwelling
  • Tertiary Dwelling — conditional / restricted
  • Apartment
  • Apartment building — conditional / restricted

Data Sources & Freshness

Listing data
MLS / LINKon market since 2026-04-06
Assessment data
Nantucket Assessorannual cycle
Deed history
Nantucket Registry of Deedsas recorded
Zoning context
Town of Nantucket zoning dataofficial reference
Market analysis
Nantucket Houses / Stephen Maury interpretationongoing