1126 Mill Street, Honesdale, PA 18431

$250,000
Property Type: Commercial Sale Square Footage: 35,000 Status: Active
Current Price: $250,000 List Date: 9/15/2025 Last Modified: 4/21/2026

Overview

Description

HISTORIC BIRDSALL KNITTING MILL WITH 500 FEET OF DIRECT LACKAWAXEN RIVER FRONTAGE ONLY 1 MILE FROM DOWNTOWN HONESDALE! Own a piece of history with the iconic Birdsall Knitting Mill, a remarkable historic warehouse brimming with potential! Located in Seelyville, just one mile west of Honesdale, this extraordinary property boasts 500 feet of direct Lackawaxen River frontage and breathtaking views of a cascading waterfall. The stunning natural setting combined with the building's historic charm makes this a rare investment opportunity with limitless possibilities. With multiple levels of usable space, this warehouse is ready for transformation into an incredible wedding venue, art gallery, brewery, market, event space, loft-style residences, or mixed-use commercial hub. Whether you envision a boutique hotel, creative workspace, or luxury riverfront retreat, this property offers a blank canvas for your entrepreneurial dreams. A true fixer-upper with historic architecture and industrial character, the Birdsall Knitting Mill exudes vintage appeal. Opportunities like this are rare! The combination of history, riverfront beauty, and prime location makes this property an exceptional investment. Bring your vision and restore this magnificent landmark to its former glory while creating something truly spectacular!

Listing Details MLS# PW-250575

General Property Information

Number Of Buildings
2
Number Of Units Total
2
Above Grade Finished Area
35000
Building Area Total
35000
Living Area
35000
Year Built
1860
Year Built Details
This is an estimate from county resources. Square footage and year built is approximate.
Building Name
Birdsdall Knitting Mill
Parking Total
20
Lot Size Acres
2
Lot Size Dimensions
211x330149476138
Waterfront YN
Yes
Water Body Name
Lackawaxen River
Stories
3
List Price/SqFt
7.14
Below Grade Finished Area
0

Property Features

Business Type: Warehouse Current Use: Vacant Lot Features: Cleared; Not In Development; Views; Waterfall Parking Features: Off Street Possible Use: Warehouse Road Surface Type: Paved Roof: Metal Structure Type: Warehouse

Contract Information

Listing Contract Date
2025-03-13
Property Sub Type
Warehouse
Listing Service
Full Service
Environmental Survey YN
No

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
1126
Street Name
Mill
Street Suffix
Street
County
Wayne
State
PA
Postal Code
18431
Subdivision Name
None

Remarks and Miscellaneous

Public Remarks
HISTORIC BIRDSALL KNITTING MILL WITH 500 FEET OF DIRECT LACKAWAXEN RIVER FRONTAGE ONLY 1 MILE FROM DOWNTOWN HONESDALE! Own a piece of history with the iconic Birdsall Knitting Mill, a remarkable historic warehouse brimming with potential! Located in Seelyville, just one mile west of Honesdale, this extraordinary property boasts 500 feet of direct Lackawaxen River frontage and breathtaking views of a cascading waterfall. The stunning natural setting combined with the building's historic charm makes this a rare investment opportunity with limitless possibilities. With multiple levels of usable space, this warehouse is ready for transformation into an incredible wedding venue, art gallery, brewery, market, event space, loft-style residences, or mixed-use commercial hub. Whether you envision a boutique hotel, creative workspace, or luxury riverfront retreat, this property offers a blank canvas for your entrepreneurial dreams. A true fixer-upper with historic architecture and industrial character, the Birdsall Knitting Mill exudes vintage appeal. Opportunities like this are rare! The combination of history, riverfront beauty, and prime location makes this property an exceptional investment. Bring your vision and restore this magnificent landmark to its former glory while creating something truly spectacular!

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-04-21T13:01:49Z
Major Change Type
Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp
2026-04-21T13:01:49Z

More Information

Building Features

Warehouse SqFt
35000

Location, Tax, and Legal

Municipality
Texas Township 1&2
City Region
Honesdale
High School District
Wayne Highlands
County Tax Amount
453.49
Municipal Tax Amount
50.52
School Tax Amount
1630.62
Tax Annual Amount
2134.63
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
130200
Parcel Number
27-0-0005-0084
Additional Parcels YN
No
Zoning
Industrial
Zoning Description
Commercial
Tax Book Number
R-2087/203

Current Use

Vacant
Yes

Lot Features

Cleared
Yes
Not In Development
Yes
Views
Yes
Waterfall
Yes

Parking Features

Off Street
Yes

Road Surface Type

Paved
Yes

Roof

Metal
Yes

Structure Type

Warehouse
Yes

Business Type

Warehouse
Yes

Possible Use

Warehouse
Yes
Listing Office: RE/MAX WAYNE
Last Updated: April - 21 - 2026
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