Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? A place where the possibilities are as wide as the horizon — where you can build, grow, and create a destination? Welcome to 5 Old Bay Road in Oak Bay, just outside St. Stephen, New Brunswick, and minutes from the Calais, Maine border. This is more than a gas station. It’s a blank canvas with a prime location, waiting for someone with vision, grit, and creativity to turn it into something exceptional. Whether you dream of opening a convenience store, bakeshop, truck stop, take-out restaurant, or a multi-service hub, this property is ready to be reimagined.
The Location: A Gateway to Opportunity
Located in the municipality of St. Stephen, this commercial property is just a short drive to the U.S. border, making it ideal for both local and cross-border traffic. With high visibility on a busy route connecting New Brunswick to Maine, this location naturally draws in commuters, travelers, truckers, and weekend wanderers.
The Property: Untapped Potential
While this gas station once thrived, it has been underutilized in recent years. But its bones are solid, its space is generous, and its layout offers flexibility for expansion. The lot is large and accessible, with room to dream big.
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✔️ Existing gas station setup
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✔️ Retail or food service space ready for your concept
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✔️ Ample parking and turnaround space
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✔️ Highway visibility and access
You’re not just buying real estate — you’re buying potential. You’re stepping into a location with existing infrastructure and untapped value.
Why Now? Why You?
Small business dreams are thriving again. People are seeking local destinations, roadside bakeries, independent truck stops, and quirky convenience stores with homemade sandwiches and good coffee. With a little investment and a lot of imagination, this could be that place. The one people talk about. The one they recommend. The one they keep coming back to.
This is a rare opportunity for:
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Entrepreneurs looking for an affordable commercial investment
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Business owners wanting to expand their operations
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Cross-border dreamers who know that location is everything
What Could You Build Here? Let Your Imagination Take the Wheel.
This isn’t just a gas station — it’s a foundation for multiple revenue streams. The space and location offer endless potential for a mix of services that can cater to locals, travelers, truckers, and tourists alike. Here are just a few of the many possibilities:
🛒 Convenience Store + Specialty Goods
Go beyond the basics — create a shop that offers local products, artisan snacks, ice cream, camping essentials, or even a small liquor section (where permitted). Partner with nearby producers and make it a stop people talk about.
🥖 Bakery & Coffee Bar
Early morning commuters and long-haul drivers are always looking for fresh coffee and homemade baked goods. Imagine the scent of warm cinnamon buns drawing people in off the road. Add a few café tables and you’ve got a roadside gem.
🍔 Take-Out or Dine-In Eatery
From truck stop-style comfort food to gourmet burgers or even a seasonal lobster roll shack, there’s room to build a kitchen and get creative. Host weekly specials, take-out meals, or quick lunch combos for the local workforce.
🛻 Truck Stop or Rest Hub
With a bit of reconfiguration, this location could serve as a truckers’ rest area complete with showers, vending, and overnight parking. Cross-border truckers need safe, friendly stops like this just before hitting the U.S.
🧺 Laundromat or Community Hub
Add in a laundromat with Wi-Fi, a small book swap, and some comfortable seating. It might sound simple, but in rural areas, a multipurpose spot like this becomes a gathering place and a source of repeat foot traffic.
⚡ EV Charging + Fuel Combo
Future-forward thinkers could integrate EV charging stations alongside traditional fuel. It’s a way to serve both the present and the future traveler while getting ahead of regional infrastructure gaps.
🏕️ Tourist Gear & Outdoor Rentals
With visitors heading to St. Stephen, Oak Bay, and nearby nature spots, why not offer kayak, paddleboard, or bike rentals? Add a small kiosk with maps, picnic supplies, or beach gear and capture the seasonal crowd.
🐾 Pet-Friendly Pit Stop
Travelers with furry friends love a place to stop where pets are welcome. Add pet snacks, a shaded dog run, and water stations — and watch how quickly you build loyalty.
🚐 Mini RV Service Station
With growing interest in road-tripping and camper life, there’s room to offer basic RV needs like propane fill-ups, dump station access, and even a couple of overnight pull-through sites.
This kind of flexibility is rare — and it’s why 5 Old Bay Road is more than a gas station. It’s an entrepreneur’s playground. Whether you’re local and ready to expand, or from out of town looking for a bold new start, this commercial property offers all the raw ingredients to build something valuable — for you and for the community.
Make It Yours
Whether you’re a local ready to revitalize a cornerstone property or someone looking for a fresh start in a welcoming community, 5 Old Bay Road is your chance to create something real — and profitable. Located in beautiful Charlotte County, minutes from the charming town of St. Stephen and the Maine border, you’ll enjoy the benefits of a small-town lifestyle with the perks of international traffic.
MLS®# NB118288
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👉 5 Old Bay Road, Oak Bay – Fundy Bay Real Estate
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