798 River Road, Fair Haven, NJ 07704 (MLS# 22615975)
$1,475,000
Fair Haven, NJ 07704
MLS# 22615975
Status: Closed
3169 sqft

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Property Description
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a landmark delicatessen, thriving food-service operation, and prime commercial real estate in the heart of Fair Haven, New Jersey. For more than four decades, Fairwinds Deli has been a cherished gathering place for residents, commuters, and visitors alike. Family-owned and passionately operated since 1982, this well-established business has earned a loyal multi-generational customer base through quality food, exceptional service, and deep roots within the community. Located along River Road in Fair Haven's historic business district, the offering includes the operating business, real estate, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and inventory, creating a rare turnkey opportunity for a new owner.
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Contract Info
Status: Closed
List Date: 2026-05-29
Property Sub-Type: Commercial
Sale: Yes
Lease: No
Sold Price: $1,455,000
Current Price: $1,455,000
List Price/SqFt: 465.45
New Construction: No
Location
House Number: 798
Street Name: River
Street Suffix: Road
County: Monmouth
Municipality: Fair Haven (FAI)
Postal City: Fair Haven
State: NJ
Zip Code: 07704
Area/Section: None
Directions: River Rd to 798. Parking on side and in rear of building
General Property Info
# Levels: 2
Apx SqFt: 3169
Garage: No
# Parking Spaces: 11
Acreage: 0.24
Lot Dimensions: 65 x 162
Business Name: Fairwinds Deli
Business Operating: Yes
Year Established: 1982
Franchise: No
Tax and Legal
Asmnt - Total: 957900
Taxes: 13669
Tax Year: 2025
Status Change Info
Contingent Date: 2026-06-15
Under Contract Date: 2026-06-24
Sold Date: 2026-08-05
Sold Price: $1,455,000
Property Features
Location: Business District; Historic Dist; Business District; Historic Dist
Use: Bakeries/Shop; Deli/Catering; Ice Cream Shop; Retail
Interior: Fire Alarm; Fire Sprinkler System; Refrigeration
Floors: Linoleum; Wood
Basement: Crawl Space; Full; Tenant Access; Tenant Storage
Seat Capacity: 25 or Less
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas; Tank
Water: Public Water
Sewer: Public Sewer
Gas: On Site
Electric: 220 Volts
Exterior: Sign
Parking: Lighted; Off Street; On Site; Paved
Roof: Asphalt; Shingle
Sale Includes: Business Name; Equipment/Furniture; Goodwill; Inventory; Machinery; Phone System; Signs
Zoning: Central Business; Commercial
Lot Description: Sidewalks; Sloped
Assessment Status: Assessed
Documents Available: Blue Prints; Site Plan; Survey
Financing: Cash
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The property encompasses approximately 3,200 square feet and
features eleven on-site parking spaces, a valuable amenity in the downtown corridor. Fairwinds has become a true local institution, serving generations of customers through its popular deli sandwiches, breakfast and lunch offerings, specialty foods, coffee bar, ice cream service, and well-established catering operation. Multiple revenue streams provide stability while offering numerous opportunities for future growth. The property is uniquely configured to support a variety of uses and revenue opportunities. Outdoor sidewalk and patio seating enhance the customer experience and capitalize on the vibrant downtown setting, while the second-floor space presents exceptional potential for expanded catering operations, private events, banquet functions, meetings, or additional business uses. Over its long history, Fairwinds has built an outstanding reputation and enjoys significant goodwill throughout Fair Haven and the surrounding communities. Its established customer base, strong brand recognition, and prime location create a foundation that would be difficult to replicate today. This turnkey opportunity is ideal for an owner-operator, hospitality group, entrepreneur, or strategic
buyer seeking to acquire a respected food-service business together with a highly desirable commercial property. Opportunities exist to further expand catering services, private events, digital ordering, specialty food offerings, corporate accounts, and community partnerships. After more than 40 years of serving the Fair Haven community, this local landmark is ready
to begin its next chapter under new ownership--a rare opportunity to acquire not only a successful business, but a true Fair Haven institution.
Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach - Rumson
Listing Agent: Derek Debree
Last Updated: August - 06 - 2026

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