RARE opportunity in coveted Dodds Addition! This charming 2 bed/1 bath beach cottage sits EAST OF ROUTE ONE in the sweet spot between Dewey and Rehoboth - one of the few properties where you can walk to the beach in under 10 minutes AND stroll or bike to both towns' dining, shopping, and nightlife. Park your car on arrival and leave it all week! This efficient 500 sq ft layout maximizes every inch with smart design: an entry-level bedroom, upstairs bedroom, and loft sleeping area accommodates 5 guests comfortably. Outdoor living expands your space with a front deck perfect for morning coffee or alfresco dining, an outdoor shower offering convenience after beach days, plus a private back area ideal for grilling. With plenty of natural light & an open floor plan, hardwood floors on the first level, and the wood vaulted ceiling, this property is full of beach vibes. Whether you're seeking a low-maintenance personal retreat or a proven investment property with past rental income of $50k, this walkable location offers something increasingly rare in the area - the true beach lifestyle with no need to drive!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper 1
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Floor Plan - Open
- Spiral Staircase
- Wood Floors
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Oven/Range - Electric
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Microwave
- WaterHeater
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Ductless/Mini-Split
- Heating Features: Forced Air
- Heating: Yes
Other Rooms
- Loft: Yes
- Living Room Level: Main
- Loft Level: Upper 1
Kitchen and Dining
Garage and Parking
- Off Street Parking: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Off Street
- Parking Total: 1
Exterior and Lot Features
- Street Additional Info: F
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 500
- Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 167
- Pet Description: Cats OK, Dogs OK
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
- Senior Community: No
School Information
- School District: CAPE HENLOPEN
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 1093
- Source Listing Status: Active Under Contract
- County: SUSSEX
- Disclaimer: Standard
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: DODDS ADDITION
- Postal Code Plus 4: 2039
- Subdivision: DODDS ADDITION
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 500
- Year Built: 1980
- Above Grade Finished Area: 500
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
- Building Name: Benson Proper
- Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
- Levels: 2
- Property Age: 46
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Total Area Sqft: 500
- Architectural Style: Cottage, Coastal