Here’s your chance to own a thriving business in the Thousand Islands! Located on a prominent corner in the heart of downtown Alexandria Bay, Skiffs offers an exceptional commercial opportunity in one of the village’s most visible and active locations. Surrounded by shops, restaurants, bars and attractions, the property has operated as one of the area’s busiest nightlife destinations for decades.
The building is currently configured with two full bars, one on each floor. The first floor features a massive horseshoe-shaped bar with generous seating, three speed wells and a newer 12 tap glycol system. The second floor has been operated as a popular dance club and entertainment venue for several seasons. Separate private entrances to each level offer flexibility for independent operations, private events or multiple concepts within the same building.
The property enjoys a front row location for Alexandria Bay’s popular seasonal events, including Bikers Weekend, Blues in the Bay and Pirates Weekend. Its established entertainment history also includes the well-known Thursday Jam Night, and live music every weekend in the summer season.
With its existing bar layout, equipment and established downtown presence, the property offers a turnkey opportunity for a new hospitality or entertainment concept. Not interested in operating a bar? The building’s flexible configuration, separate entrances and irreplaceable location create exciting possibilities for redevelopment or an entirely new commercial use. Let the location work for you!
The building is currently configured with two full bars, one on each floor. The first floor features a massive horseshoe-shaped bar with generous seating, three speed wells and a newer 12 tap glycol system. The second floor has been operated as a popular dance club and entertainment venue for several seasons. Separate private entrances to each level offer flexibility for independent operations, private events or multiple concepts within the same building.
The property enjoys a front row location for Alexandria Bay’s popular seasonal events, including Bikers Weekend, Blues in the Bay and Pirates Weekend. Its established entertainment history also includes the well-known Thursday Jam Night, and live music every weekend in the summer season.
With its existing bar layout, equipment and established downtown presence, the property offers a turnkey opportunity for a new hospitality or entertainment concept. Not interested in operating a bar? The building’s flexible configuration, separate entrances and irreplaceable location create exciting possibilities for redevelopment or an entirely new commercial use. Let the location work for you!
Property Details
Price:
$800,000
MLS #:
S1714571
Status:
ActiveUnderContract
Beds:
0
Baths:
0
Type:
Commercial
Neighborhood:
alexandriavillage222201
Listed Date:
Sep 14, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
5,265
Total Sq Ft:
5,265
Lot Size:
1,880 sqft / 0.04 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1920
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Schools
School District:
Alexandria
Interior
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Oil, Forced Air
Levels
Two
Exterior
Lot Features
Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Roof
Membrane, Rubber
Stories
2
Financial
Taxes
$11,316
Map
Community
- Address12 James Street Alexandria NY
- CityAlexandria
- CountyJefferson
- Zip Code13607
Subdivisions in Alexandria
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Commercial in Alexandria as of Oct 10, 2026
12
Commercial Listed
143
Avg DOM
197
Avg $ / SqFt
$991,975
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 12 James Street Alexandria NY is a Commercial for sale in Alexandria, NY, 13607. It is listed for $800,000
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Alexandria, NY

