16 W Franklin St, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Property Description

Historically Significant Piece of Hagerstown's History - Landmark Renaissance Revival Building, three-stories of brick & stone construction, monumental pilasters spanning two-stories, ornate modillioned cornice with dentil & decorative corner pendants. Listed on National Register of Historic Places. Circa 1907 this building was dedicated in 1908 by Knights of Pythias as a gathering place dedicated to "friendship, charity & benevolence." The third floor ceremonial hall is early venue where Patsy Cline's musical career began in 1952, transforming her from local talent to a superstar of American Music. This 12,790 sq ft building has a clean open canvas, ready for adaptive re-use by the next developer, investor or visionary. Stunning architectural details, original staircase, wood floors, millwork and high ceilings, metal roof approximately 10 years old...imagine the possibilities! In short, it’s not just a redevelopment site—it’s a piece of Hagerstown’s cultural and architectural legacy with built-in storytelling value, especially for music history and early 20th-century fraternal life. Today the property is Center City Mixed Use Zoning offers blend of commercial, residential, offices, shops, event space, boutique/hospitality, live/work environment, etc. High visibility, foot traffic and proximity to local amenities, government offices & cultural attractions. Don't miss this blank slate re-development opportunity in one of Maryland's most historic downtowns.