5 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, DE 19958-3149 $2,999,900

Set up Alerts/Notes
Beds/Baths: 4/3.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 4,197
Acreage: 0.27
Age:51 years
Style:
Coastal, Contemporary
MLS#: DESU2086332
Subdivision: Lewes Beach
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

MAKE THE BEACH YOUR BACKYARD. Live in sophisticated style, comfort, convenience and luxury - and all just steps to the sand and BAY VIEWS. Just imagine yourself relaxing & entertaining with friends and family on the multiple outdoor and indoor living spaces! This fully accessible 3 story home has elevator access to all floors. Looking for a solid investment? This property also has a well-established rental history that generates substantial annual rental income of $150,000 on average. Either way, this property comes FULLY FURNISHED - making your transition to beach living a breeze! This exceptionally well-maintained home boasts a much desired open floor plan with hardwood flooring for relaxed living and gracious entertaining on the main level. The well-appointed gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, & a huge breakfast bar and opens directly onto the spacious and inviting living and dining spaces. Those spaces lead you to a huge screened porch that overlooks the inground/deck PRIVATE POOL and BAY FRONT VIEWS OF LEWES BEACH - making this space perfect for everything from morning coffee to evening cocktails and glorious alfresco dining. And all with picturesque sunrises and sunsets. The expansive pool deck leads you to a large grass area perfect for kids and/or pets and a relaxing firepit area to add further to the entertainment value. The main level also provides a large and welcoming primary bedroom with en suite bath, large closets and access to an outdoor deck, But it does not end there - the entertainment space continues on the ground level with a huge and inviting family/game room with wet bar, elevator, and more. On the third level there are three more spacious and dreamy bedrooms, one with an en suite bath, and an additional bath for the other two bedrooms. The bedrooms have incredible views and additional access to deck space - all providing the perfect oasis for your family and guests. The property boasts a 2-car garage and ample off street parking. This property truly has it all - with just steps to the bay & beach and a short walk or bike ride to the dining , entertainment & shopping of downtown Lewes. Whether you use this property as your primary residence, a second home, or a profitable rental, this property is perfect for realizing your Lewes Beach dreams!

Taxes: $4,668
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: N
Pool: Yes - Personal
School Dist: Cape Henlopen

Features

Water
Water Oriented: Yes; Water Front: No; Water Access: Yes; Water Body Type: Bay; Navigable: Yes;

Utilities
Heat Pump(s), Zoned Heating, Electric, Propane - Leased, Central A/C, Zoned Cooling, Electric, Hot Water - Propane, Hot Water - Tankless, Public Water, Public Sewer

Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Attached Garage Spaces #: 2;

Interior
Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Carpet Flooring, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Gas/Propane Fireplace, Accessibility - Elevator, Window Screens

Exterior
Pilings Foundation, Flat Roof, Stick Built Exterior, Balconies- Multiple, Deck(s), Patio(s), Screened Porch/Deck, Outside Shower, Underground Lawn Sprinkler

Lot
Landscaping, Bay View, Garden/Lawn View, Panoramic View

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Public Elementary (3 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Sussex Consortium Cape Henlopen School District Preschool–12 Lewes 1.1 mi
Lewes Elementary School Cape Henlopen School District K–5 Lewes 1.18 mi
Love Creek Elementary School Cape Henlopen School District K–5 Lewes 4.59 mi

Public Middle (2 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Sussex Consortium Cape Henlopen School District Preschool–12 Lewes 1.1 mi
Beacon Middle School Cape Henlopen School District 6–8 Lewes 4.69 mi

Public High (2 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Sussex Consortium Cape Henlopen School District Preschool–12 Lewes 1.1 mi
Cape Henlopen High School Cape Henlopen School District 9–12 Lewes 1.87 mi

Private (1 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
Bethel Preschool Of Lewes Inc Methodist Preschool–K Lewes 0.82 mi

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This report is a detailed community overview for Lewes (19958), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 26
  • Average salary of people in this community: $53,642

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 447
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.14
  • Households w/ Children: 29%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 10,182 (57.4%)
  • Rented: 1,946 (11.0%)
  • Vacant: 5,625 (31.7%)
  • Total: 17,753

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 26,235
Households: 12,128
Median Age: 59.40

Climate and Weather

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Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 1.3%
  • Some High School: 4.3%
  • High School Graduate: 23.9%
  • Some College: 18.2%
  • Associate Degree: 10.4%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 21.6%
  • Graduate Degree: 20.3%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $73,647

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Two Bedroom: $1,142
  • Three Bedroom: $1,408
  • Four Bedroom: $1,809

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Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty , (302) 645-6661

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5 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, DE 19958-3149

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