Skip To Content

37519 Oyster House Road

REHOBOTH BEACH, DE 19971
  • $1,288,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 26 Days
  • ID#: DESU2098906
UPDATED: 23 min ago
$1,288,000
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.37
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 576
    SQFT
  • $2,236
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1960
County:

School Ratings & Info

School District:

Description

APPROVED preliminary plans to build three, 5 bed 4 bath homes! East of route one and an easy walk to Rehoboth Ave. Discover a rare opportunity to own a fully renovated, income-producing Rehoboth Beach cottage while unlocking incredible development potential. This charming coastal retreat sits on nearly half an acre and features a beautifully updated main cottage along with a separate in-law suite"perfect for extended family or vacation guests. The property currently operates as a successful short-term rental, generating approximately $45,000 per summer, even with two weeks reserved for the owners family.Beyond its charm and consistent income, this property offers something truly special: C-1 zoning with preliminary approval already in place for three new 5-bedroom, 4-bath homes. Whether youre an investor seeking steady cash flow while you plan your project, or a developer ready to take advantage of the areas booming new construction market, this property checks every box. New development around the corner has sold homes exceeding of $1.6 million, proving the strong demand for high-end coastal living in this location.Situated just one lot from the Rehoboth-Lewes Canal, the property offers easy access to everything that makes Rehoboth Beach so desirable. A new city-approved bike path located about 40 feet away will soon connect directly to Rehoboth Avenue and the Boardwalk, allowing guests or future homeowners to enjoy the beach, dining, and shops without ever starting a car.Located outside of Rehoboth Beach city limits, the property falls under Sussex County jurisdiction"making the permitting process simpler, faster, and more cost-effective. And to make things even easier, the listing agent is a local builder and contractor who can complete the future builds for the new buyer.This is an exceptional opportunity to own a cash-flowing Rehoboth Beach classic with the potential to develop three new luxury homes in one of Delawares most coveted coastal destinations.Buyer to confirm all permitted land uses with Sussex County. Seller is a licensed Delaware REALTOR, local builder/contractor, and the listing agent.

Monthly Payment Calculator



©2025 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold, or are no longer being offered for sale. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Century 21 Dale Realty Co. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. Data last updated: 2025-11-12T20:54:02.883.
www.century21dale.com/homes/168970062
Print Image

37519 Oyster House Road REHOBOTH BEACH, DE 19971

  • Price: $1,288,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 26 Days
  • Updated: 23 min ago
  • ID#: DESU2098906
3
Beds
2
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.37
Acres
576
SQFT
$2,236
$/SQFT
1960
Built
Neighborhood:
None Available
County:
Sussex
Area:
Lewes Rehoboth Hundred (31009)
School District:
Cape Henlopen
Property Description
APPROVED preliminary plans to build three, 5 bed 4 bath homes! East of route one and an easy walk to Rehoboth Ave. Discover a rare opportunity to own a fully renovated, income-producing Rehoboth Beach cottage while unlocking incredible development potential. This charming coastal retreat sits on nearly half an acre and features a beautifully updated main cottage along with a separate in-law suite"perfect for extended family or vacation guests. The property currently operates as a successful short-term rental, generating approximately $45,000 per summer, even with two weeks reserved for the owners family.Beyond its charm and consistent income, this property offers something truly special: C-1 zoning with preliminary approval already in place for three new 5-bedroom, 4-bath homes. Whether youre an investor seeking steady cash flow while you plan your project, or a developer ready to take advantage of the areas booming new construction market, this property checks every box. New development around the corner has sold homes exceeding of $1.6 million, proving the strong demand for high-end coastal living in this location.Situated just one lot from the Rehoboth-Lewes Canal, the property offers easy access to everything that makes Rehoboth Beach so desirable. A new city-approved bike path located about 40 feet away will soon connect directly to Rehoboth Avenue and the Boardwalk, allowing guests or future homeowners to enjoy the beach, dining, and shops without ever starting a car.Located outside of Rehoboth Beach city limits, the property falls under Sussex County jurisdiction"making the permitting process simpler, faster, and more cost-effective. And to make things even easier, the listing agent is a local builder and contractor who can complete the future builds for the new buyer.This is an exceptional opportunity to own a cash-flowing Rehoboth Beach classic with the potential to develop three new luxury homes in one of Delawares most coveted coastal destinations.Buyer to confirm all permitted land uses with Sussex County. Seller is a licensed Delaware REALTOR, local builder/contractor, and the listing agent.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Coastal Construction Materials Other Fencing Fully Garage YN No Other Structures 2nd House Parking Types Driveway Patio And Porch Features Deck(s) Pool No Pool View Canal Water Access YN No Water View YN Yes Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 576 Basement YN No Below Grade Finished Area 0 Below Grade Unfinished Area 0 Cooling Central A/C Exclusions To be determined by Buyer and Seller. Furnished Yes Heating Forced Air Heating YN Yes Inclusions All Fixtures and AppliancesMost Furniture. To be determined by Buyer and seller Levels 1 Main Level Bedrooms 3

Property Features

Acceptable Financing CashConventionalExchange Accessibility Features None Association YN No Central Air YN Yes Condo YN No Cooling Fuel Electric Federal Flood Zone YN No Foundation Details Crawl Space Heating Fuel Electric Hot Water Instant Hot WaterElectric Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Original MLSNumber 804249719888 Ownership Interest Fee Simple Sale Type Standard Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Structure Design Type Detached Tax Annual Amount 250.00 Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Well Year Built Effective 2021 Zoning C-1

Listing courtesy of Crown Homes Real Estate: .


©2025 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold, or are no longer being offered for sale. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Century 21 Dale Realty Co. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. Data last updated: 2025-11-12T20:54:02.883.
 
https://bt-photos.global.ssl.fastly.net/brightmls/1280_boomver_1_804249719888-2.jpg https://bt-photos.global.ssl.fastly.net/brightmls/1280_boomver_1_804249719888-2.jpg https://bt-photos.global.ssl.fastly.net/brightmls/1280_boomver_1_804249719888-2.jpg
Logo
Century 21 Dale Realty Co
360 Loucks Road
York PA, 17404