1176 State Rt 23 | Wantage Twp.

$829,000 | 2 Baths (2 Half) | 2,500 Sq. Ft.

This is your time to own a part of history! A rare opportunity to own a beloved, 48 year young family-owned restaurant in the quaint section of Wantage known as Colesville. Located on highly traveled Route 23, this well-established business, known as Elias Cole, has been a local favorite for generations, offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a reputation built on exceptional food and community ties. The charming dining room exudes character, making guests feel right at home, while the functional kitchen and restaurant layout are ready for continued success. With excellent visibility, ample parking, and a loyal customer base, this property presents endless possibilities for an owner-operator, investor, or restaurateur looking to build on an established legacy. Whether continuing its long-standing tradition or bringing a fresh culinary vision to the space, this is a unique opportunity in one of Sussex County's most traveled corridors. GSMLS 4042552

Directions to property: i-80 W, NJ-15 N to County Rd 565/Ross Corner Sussex Rd, NJ-23, Restaurant on the Left

MLS Listing ID: 
GSMLS 4042552
Listing Status
Status of the Listing.
Listing Status: 
Active
Listing Status (Local): 
Active
Listing Status Accepting Offers: 
1
Community Information
Subdivision: 
Colesville
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Stories: 
1
Year Built: 
0
Living Area: 
2,500
Construction
Construction Materials: 
See Remarks
Roof: 
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: 
See Remarks, Wood
Energy Information: 
Electric, Gas-Propane, See Remarks
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Bedrooms: 
0
Total Bathrooms: 
2
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
2
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
See Remarks
Heating System Fuel: 
Electric, Gas-Propane Leased
Cooling System: 
See Remarks
Water Source: 
Public Water
Sewer: 
Septic
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
1.99
Lot Size (Dimensions): 
1.99 AC
Waterfront: 
0
Lot Features
Driveway: 
Blacktop, Parking Lot-Exclusive, See Remarks
Parking Type: 
Blacktop, Parking Lot-Exclusive, See Remarks
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
2824-00151-0000-00004-0001-
Lot Number: 
4.01
Annual Tax: 
$10,942.00
Property Zoning: 
PSC-C / NHCO
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
7/23/2026
Contract Details
Details about the listing contract.
Inclusions: 
Building & Business, Equipment, See Remarks
Possession: 
AT CLOSING
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Office Name: 
KISTLE REALTY, LLC.