For sale
$999,900
1beds
690sqft
81 Lake Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
1beds
690sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1960
1,828 sqft
2 Open parking spaces
$1,449 price/sqft
What's special
Quintessential beach cottageStainless steel appliancesCustom cabinetryQuartz countertopsTwo off-street parking spaces
Welcome to 81 Lake Avenue, a rare opportunity in the heart of Downtown Rehoboth Beach. This charming, quintessential beach cottage has been thoughtfully renovated and offers the unique advantage of commercial zoning, creating endless possibilities for personal enjoyment, investment income, or future development. Whether you're seeking a turnkey coastal retreat, a ...
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Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2113052
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Living Room
Kitchen
Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kim Hamer 302-745-9914,
Monument Sotheby's International Realty (302) 227-6767
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2113052
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Laundry, Office, Primary Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Den
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Washer, Microwave, Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 780
- Total interior livable area: 690 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 690
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial
- Waterfront features: Ocean
- Body of water: Atlantic Ocean
Lot
- Size: 1,828 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 33414.1762.00
- Zoning: TN
- Zoning description: commercial zoning City of Rehoboth
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
- Major remodel year: 2026
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rehoboth Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,449/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $929,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,276
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- Inclusions: Fully Furnished And Decorated
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,900+67.5%$1,449/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2113052 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2022 | Sold | $597,000$865/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2022 | Pending sale | $597,000$865/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2017900 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2022 | Listed for sale | $597,000$865/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2017900 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,962 +934% | $464,500 +11964.9% |
| 2024 | $190 +0.1% | $3,850 |
| 2023 | $190 +3.6% | $3,850 |
| 2022 | $183 +0.9% | $3,850 |
| 2021 | $181 +1.4% | $3,850 |
| 2020 | $179 | $3,850 |
| 2019 | $179 -1.2% | $3,850 |
| 2018 | $181 +7.1% | $3,850 |
| 2017 | $169 +9.9% | $3,850 |
| 2016 | $154 +4.7% | $3,850 |
| 2015 | $147 +0.7% | $3,850 |
| 2014 | $146 +2.9% | $3,850 |
| 2013 | $142 +0.4% | $3,850 |
| 2012 | $141 +11.9% | $3,850 |
| 2011 | $126 | $3,850 |
| 2010 | $126 -3% | $3,850 |
| 2009 | $130 | $3,850 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$5,356/mo
Principal & interest
$5081
Property taxes
$275
Estimated market value
$946,900
$900,000 - $994,000
$1,730/mo
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Neighborhood: 19971
Nearby schools
Rehoboth Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.3 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Beacon Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 3.4 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Cape Henlopen High School
Grades 9-12 • 4.5 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
8/10