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    53 Thames Street, Groton, CT 06340

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    For Sale
    $2,000,000

    Rare Thames River frontage with existing structure and dockage.

    Property size:
    1,595 SF
    Lot size:
    0.57 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $1,253/SF
    Added:
    Mar 7, 2026
    Days on Market:
    67
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 16 at 10:59 am

    Property Features for 53 Thames Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,595 SF
    Lot size
    0.57 Acres

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1900

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    Listing Contact
    KYLE SCHRADER

    Listing agent KYLE SCHRADER

    Listing office Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

    Listing date Mar 7, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Direct Thames River frontage in Groton's historic commercial corridor.
    • General Commercial (GC) zoning allows a variety of development opportunities.
    • Existing functional dockage and on‑site parking.
    • Offered free and clear of active tenancy, providing immediate flexibility.
    • Located in a submarket experiencing sustained growth due to Electric Boat's expansion.
    • Rare opportunity: only three direct riverfront parcels traded in the past year.

    Overview

    This property offers a rare opportunity to acquire direct Thames River frontage in Groton's historic commercial corridor. Located at 53 Thames Street, the site features approximately 24,829 square feet of General Commercial (GC) zoned land. An existing 1,595 square foot single-story service bay structure, functional dockage, and on-site parking are included. The property is situated along a coveted waterfront stretch in southeastern Connecticut. Given that only three direct riverfront parcels have traded along Thames Street in the past twelve months, this property represents a scarce asset. Offered free and clear of active tenancy, it provides immediate flexibility for an owner-user, developer, or investor. Potential uses include marine commercial, hospitality, food and beverage, and mixed-use development along the waterfront. The Groton submarket is experiencing sustained growth driven by the expanding operations of Electric Boat and its contractor supply chain. The property is being offered as-is only.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Osprey Sport Fishing ... Tour Operator Groton Oil Marina Marina

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant 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.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Groton
    County
    New London
    State
    Connecticut
    Longitude
    -72.0839486
    Latitude
    41.3612413

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Waterfront Land - Rare Thames River frontage with existing structure and dockage.
    Where is this waterfront land located?
    The property is located at 53 Thames Street Groton, CT.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,000,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Direct Thames River frontage in Groton's historic commercial corridor.; General Commercial (GC) zoning allows a variety of development opportunities.; Existing functional dockage and on‑site parking.
    (860) 536-4906
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    KYLE SCHRADER
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    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
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    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
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