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    408 S STATE St, Dover, DE 19901

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    $324,900

    Charming building in historic downtown Dover, ideal for eatery.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    May 9, 2026
    Days on Market:
    24
    Last Refresh:
    May 9 at 12:02 am

    Property Features for 408 S STATE St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1750

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    Listing Contact
    Jamie Watson
    Jamie Watson

    Listing agent Jamie Watson License #R1-0002887

    Listing office Re/Max Twin Counties

    Listing date May 9, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in historic downtown Dover, steps from The Green.
    • High visibility corner lot with steady foot traffic.
    • Ideal for coffee shop, deli, or specialty eatery.
    • Surrounded by attorney offices and professional services, providing a built‑in customer base.
    • Charming, quaint building with character, built in 1750.
    • Benefits from seasonal downtown events.

    Overview

    This building presents an opportunity for a business owner to establish a coffee shop, small deli, or specialty eatery. Situated in historic downtown Dover, the property is near The Green, benefiting from foot traffic and visibility. The surrounding area includes attorney offices and professional services, providing a customer base and street activity. Located on a corner lot with brick sidewalks, the building was built in 1750 and offers character and potential. Seasonal downtown events enhance the location's appeal for locals and visitors. The property has a bike score of 46, indicating it is somewhat bikeable, a walk score of 50, indicating it is somewhat walkable, and a transit score of 37, indicating some transit options are available.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Cobblestone Cafe Cafe & Coffee Shop

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Gym & Fitness Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Similar Places Nearby

    • The Espresso Lab - Coffee House & Roastery — 1111B S Governors Ave #7568, Dover, DE 19904
    • McCafe — 915 S Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901

    Location Insight

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    City
    Dover
    County
    Kent
    State
    Delaware
    Longitude
    -75.523671
    Latitude
    39.1557079

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Coffee shop - Charming building in historic downtown Dover, ideal for eatery.
    Where is this coffee shop located?
    The property is located at 408 S STATE St Dover, DE.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $324,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in historic downtown Dover, steps from The Green.; High visibility corner lot with steady foot traffic.; Ideal for coffee shop, deli, or specialty eatery.
    (302) 258-6825
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    Jamie Watson
    Jamie Watson
    Real Estate License ID: R1-0002887
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

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    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
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    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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