1524 Conowingo Rd, Rising Sun, MD

Name: 1524 Conowingo Rd, For Sale in Rising Sun - eXp Realty
Brand: Crown Homes Real Estate
SKU: MDCC2020024
Price: 479000 USD

House

For Sale

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$479,000

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MLS® MDCC2020024

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Key Facts

Type Mixed Use

Levels Commercial Sale

Size -

Garage

Taxes $4,030

Days Active 92

Lot Size

Approx. Age 1915

MLS® Number MDCC2020024

Property Address: 1524 Conowingo Rd, RISING SUN, MD, 21911-1432

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

Positioned on 1.6 acres with extensive on-site parking along Conowingo Road, 1524 Conowingo Rd in Rising Sun, Maryland presents a rare opportunity to revive or reimagine a property with strong historical significance and proven commercial appeal. Zoned BG (Business General), this versatile property supports a wide range of permitted uses including restaurant and bar operations, general or specialty retail, country or convenience-style stores, pet stores, veterinary or kennel facilities, and other neighborhood-serving commercial ventures. The flexible zoning allows an owner or investor to execute a variety of business concepts while benefiting from an established commercial corridor. Just a few years ago, this property was home to the locally renowned Lafayette Inn, a vibrant, community-oriented mom-and-pop restaurant and bar that drew large crowds of loyal locals as well as steady traffic from travelers passing through the area. The establishment was widely known as a gathering place with a casual, unpretentious atmosphere and strong local character. Reviews frequently highlighted the friendly service, welcoming environment, solid food and drinks, and the authentic “real America” feel that made it a destination rather than just a stop along the road. The location historically served — and is well-positioned to serve again — as a regional stop for traffic traveling between Nottingham and Oxford, Chester County, Pennsylvania, and Route 1 toward Baltimore. It functioned as both a post-work hangout for local residents and a destination spot for visitors seeking a no-frills, rural experience rooted in community and character. This makes the property especially well-suited for operators who appreciate dive-bar style hospitality, small-town culture, and businesses built around authenticity and repeat local traffic. The building offers a solid foundation for future use with newer windows, siding, and roof, along with a large full-size basement providing valuable storage or operational space. Combined with its expansive lot, visibility, and deep local roots, this property represents a compelling opportunity for the right buyer to restore, repurpose, or reinvent a site that once stood as a cornerstone of the Rising Sun community.

MLS® NumberMDCC2020024

Laundry Level

Central VacNo

FireplaceNo

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Exterior

Garage

Approx. Age1915

Basement

DrivewayParking Lot

Garage Spaces

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A/C

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Price History

-End Date

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For Sale

Jan 22, 2026List Date

$479,000List Price

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