The proprietor of Old Town Pizza has bought the building where the renowned – and possibly haunted – pizzeria has been operating for a long time.
The owner, Adam Milne, mentioned that he acquired the Merchant Hotel property for $2.6 million.
I aim to maintain Portland's distinctive heritage," Milne stated. "It's a stunning, singular structure.
For years, the pizzeria has attracted many couples due to the chilling tales linked to the historic hotel — particularly those involving a specter known as Nina, whose remains were allegedly discovered at the end of an elevator shaft and who reportedly still roams the premises.
In the 1970s, Old Town Pizza initially leased space at the Merchant, and Milne has been the owner of the establishment for over two decades.
Milne expressed his desire to broaden their offerings by developing an additional event venue and introducing tours for the Haunted Underground Shanghai Tunnels Tour.
"I intend to introduce or expand tours of the upstairs bedrooms, the long-abandoned elevator, the vintage lounge area, and the grand ballroom to highlight the distinctive architectural features throughout the Merchant Hotel," he stated.
Milne mentioned his desire to attract more individuals to the heart of Portland's city area. assistance for the city’s resurgence after COVID-19 Other occupants besides his businesses also reside within the building.
“I aim to contribute to the rebirth of Portland,” he stated. “My goal is to shape its future.”
The 60,500-square-foot property located at 222-228 N.W. Davis St., constructed in 1880, was formerly owned by the real estate company NBP Capital It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has received seismic upgrades. Records indicate that NBP purchased it for $12.25 million in 2017.
But the building had gone back to the lender in 2023, from which Milne bought it in the deal registered in Multnomah County property records last week.
— Jonathan Bach focuses on topics related to housing and real estate. Contact him via email at jbach@oregonian.com or via telephone at 503-221-4303.
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