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$575,000

1188 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904

Two retail buildings, currently occupied by salons, for sale.

Property Size2,784 SF
Price / SF$206.54
Days on Market321
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Property Features for 1188 Forrest Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,784 SF

Building Details

Year Built 1970
Listing Agency: R&R Commerical Realty
Listed By: Carl Kaplan · License #RS-0013354
Source: Soldbypattie
Added: Nov 28, 2025 Changed: Oct 5 Last Checked: Oct 15 at 3:51AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The sale includes two buildings currently occupied on a month-to-month basis by salons. One building has approximately 960 square feet and is constructed over a partial basement. The first floor consists of a reception area, salon, massage room, office, and a powder room. The second building has approximately 1,824 square feet and is constructed over a concrete slab. It is currently utilized as a salon. Both buildings are in good condition and feature gas forced hot air and central air conditioning.

Key Highlights

  • Two buildings included in sale
  • Currently occupied by tenants (salons) on a month‑to‑month basis
  • Larger building (1,824 +/- sq ft) is set up as a salon

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$25,309
Cap Rate
4.40%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$506,180 $506.2K
Cap Rate 7%
$361,557 $361.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$281,211 $281.2K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,784 SF
Gross rent
$39.1K $14.04/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.9K −$1.05/SF
EGI
$36.2K $12.99/SF
− OpEx
−$10.8K −$3.90/SF
NOI
$25.3K $9.09/SF
Area
Kent County, DE
Vacancy
7.50%
Lease Rate
$14.04 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$506,180
Cap Rate 7%
$361,557
Cap Rate 9%
$281,211

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$361.6K
$316.4K – $421.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $25,309 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.40%
Second Best
—
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$701.0K
$613.4K – $817.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $49,072 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.53%
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Current Use

The Nail Spa by ... Nail Salon

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Parking Lot & Garage Law Firm (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Electrical Service Grocery & Convenience Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

788
Businesses Nearby
172k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 40% Groceries 31% Shops & Services 19% Home Improvements & Furnishings 5%
Redner's Warehouse Market Groceries
27,249 visits/mo 0.3 miles
McDonald's Dining
26,753 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Food Lion Grocery Store Groceries
25,508 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
16,683 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Dollar Tree Shops & Services
16,670 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 19904, DE

36,880
Population
16,047
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
27%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
43.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
854
Density / Sq Mi
$66,885
Median Household Income
$39,459
Median Earnings
$1,240
Median Rent
$281,000
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Two retail buildings, currently occupied by salons, for sale.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1188 Forrest Ave Dover, DE.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $575,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two buildings included in sale; Currently occupied by tenants (salons) on a month‑to‑month basis; Larger building (1,824 +/- sq ft) is set up as a salon
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