Historic Corner Restaurant Building

408 S State Street, Dover, DE 19901

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For Sale

$299,999

Corner-lot brick building dating to 1750, suited for a coffee shop or specialty eatery in downtown Dover.

Type:Retail

Property size:

1,113 SF

Price / SF:

$269/SF

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Corner‑lot brick building dating to 1750 in historic downtown Dover
Suitable for a coffee shop, small deli, or specialty eatery
Window A/C and wood flooring; heating systems indicated as “3”
Shingle roof and RG0 zoning
Off‑site parking; lot dimensions 31.27 x 21.35

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Donna Watson

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For Sale

$299,999

Corner-lot brick building dating to 1750, suited for a coffee shop or specialty eatery in downtown Dover.

Type:Retail

Property size:

1,113 SF

Price / SF:

$269/SF

Added:: Apr 5, 2026
Days on Market:: 74
Last Refresh:: Jun 14 at 1:38 am

Property Features for 408 S State Street

General Information

Standard status: Active
Size: 1,113 SF
Property subtype: Retail

Building Details

Year Built: 1750

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Listing Contact

Donna Watson

Listing agent Donna Watson License #R1-0002887

Listing office The Watson Realty Group, LLC

Listing date Apr 5, 2026

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HighLights

Corner‑lot brick building dating to 1750 in historic downtown Dover
Suitable for a coffee shop, small deli, or specialty eatery
Window A/C and wood flooring; heating systems indicated as “3”
Shingle roof and RG0 zoning
Off‑site parking; lot dimensions 31.27 x 21.35

Overview

This historic brick building, built in 1750, offers a classic setting for a coffee shop, small deli, or specialty eatery. The property sits on a corner lot and features classic brick sidewalks, giving it a distinctive downtown feel that aligns well with neighborhood dining concepts.

Located in historic downtown Dover, the building is positioned just steps from The Green. It is surrounded by attorney offices and professional services, creating an active streetscape of daily professional activity, with seasonal downtown events adding additional in-town draw.

For an owner-operator or operator looking for a small-format food and beverage use, the layout and downtown orientation support a straightforward retail approach for serving locals and visitors. This is also a practical fit for buyers seeking a character-driven restaurant building in a walkable, established business district setting.

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Cobblestone Cafe Cafe & Coffee Shop

Suggested Use

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

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City: Dover
County: Kent
State: Delaware
Longitude: -75.523671
Latitude: 39.1557079

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Coffee shops
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408 S State Street

What type of property is this?

Coffee shop - Corner-lot brick building dating to 1750, suited for a coffee shop or specialty eatery in downtown Dover.

Where is this coffee shop located?

The property is located at 408 S State Street Dover, DE.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $299,999.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Corner‑lot brick building dating to 1750 in historic downtown Dover; Suitable for a coffee shop, small deli, or specialty eatery; Window A/C and wood flooring; heating systems indicated as “3”