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Renovated Mixed-Use Cottage
For Sale
$949,900

81 Lake Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Commercially zoned coastal cottage with furnished interiors, outdoor amenities, and flexible space for restaurant, retail, or office use.

Property Size690 SF
Price / SF$1,376
Days on Market22

Property Features for 81 Lake Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 690 SF
Total Parking Spaces 2

Additional Details

Furnished Yes
Patio Yes

Amenities

fenced yard
outdoor shower

Building Details

Year Built 1960
Listing Agency: Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Listed By: Kimberly Lear Hamer · License #RS-0013968
Source: Riverfoxrealty
Added: Aug 8 Changed: Aug 28 Last Checked: Aug 28 at 12:36PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 690-square-foot mixed-use property combines a renovated cottage layout with commercial zoning and furnished interiors. The floor plan includes a family room, new kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and subway tile backsplash, plus an eat-in dining area. Additional features include a laundry and mechanical room, owner’s suite with a full bath, flex space configured as an office, and a second sleeping room. The property was built in 1960 and has been professionally furnished and decorated.

Outdoor improvements include a front patio, fenced and landscaped yard, side-yard access, an outdoor shower, and two off-street parking spaces. Restaurant concept plans are available, and the property’s commercial zoning supports consideration of restaurant, boutique retail, professional office, or other mixed-use applications as described in the source information. Located at 81 Lake Ave in Downtown Rehoboth Beach, the property offers a compact commercial setting with both interior and exterior usable areas.

Key Highlights

  • 690‑square‑foot mixed‑use property with commercial zoning
  • Renovated interior with new kitchen, custom cabinetry, quartz counters, and stainless steel appliances
  • Two off‑street parking spaces

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Electrical Service Pharmacy Auto Parts Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store 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

990
Businesses Nearby
17k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 61% Apparel 29% Shops & Services 10%
Grotto Pizza Dining
5,875 visits/mo 0.4 miles
South Moon Under Apparel
4,770 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Kilwin's Dining
2,567 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Dairy Queen Dining
1,712 visits/mo 0.4 miles
M&T Bank Shops & Services
1,668 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 19971, DE

14,348
Population
16,948
Households
0.8
Avg Household Size
60
Median Age
55%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
18.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
797
Density / Sq Mi
$103,301
Median Household Income
$49,905
Median Earnings
$1,383
Median Rent
$561,300
Median Home Value

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Commercially zoned coastal cottage with furnished interiors, outdoor amenities, and flexible space for restaurant, retail, or office use.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 81 Lake Ave Rehoboth Beach, DE.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $949,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 690‑square‑foot mixed‑use property with commercial zoning; Renovated interior with new kitchen, custom cabinetry, quartz counters, and stainless steel appliances; Two off‑street parking spaces
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