16516 New Rd

Lewes, DE 19958

$2,875,000
Price
7
Beds
9,397 Sq. Ft.
$306 / Sq. Ft.
9,397
Sq. Ft.
$306
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY—whether you’re seeking a dream personal residence, a luxurious vacation home, or a fantastic investment with rental potential, this one-of-a-kind property must be seen to be fully appreciated. Enjoy luxury living east of Route 1—free from HOA and just 5 minutes from Lewes Beach. The main house was completed in December 2023 and then enhanced with a custom-built detached garage with loft apartment, a heated concrete pool and spa, custom fencing with solar lights, and beautifully...THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY—whether you’re seeking a dream personal residence, a luxurious vacation home, or a fantastic investment with rental potential, this one-of-a-kind property must be seen to be fully appreciated. Enjoy luxury living east of Route 1—free from HOA and just 5 minutes from Lewes Beach. The main house was completed in December 2023 and then enhanced with a custom-built detached garage with loft apartment, a heated concrete pool and spa, custom fencing with solar lights, and beautifully designed outdoor living spaces. Inside, the open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light, soaring ceilings, and sophisticated finishes. The gourmet kitchen features quartz countertops, a massive center island with breakfast bar, Café appliances, and natural gas cooking. Entertain with ease in the bright living room with cozy gas fireplace, work from a private home office, and enjoy two first-floor owner’s suites with walk-in closets and spa-like baths. Upstairs offers a spacious loft plus four additional bedrooms, two with en suite baths. The finished basement takes entertaining to another level with a family room, game area, bar, home gym, and half bath, along with abundant storage in a conditioned area and walk-in attic. The 3-car attached garage includes an EV charger, sleek black glass garage doors, and a black carbon epoxy floor. Car enthusiasts will love the custom 8-car detached garage with epoxy floors, black glass doors, ceiling fans, and LED lighting. Above it sits a 790 sq. ft. apartment with living room, kitchen, bedroom, full bath, and mezzanine—ideal for guests, in-laws, or excellent rental potential. Step outside to your private retreat: a heated pool and spa (each with its own pump and heater), double courtyard with fireplace and built-in grill, custom lighting, screened porch, outdoor shower, and fenced yard with solar accents. A paver-edged driveway extends around the garage for added space and function.

2025 road improvements are currently being completed to provide convenient access to nearby Lewes-Georgetown walking and biking path. Premium features include: whole-property security camera system, smart home technology, pre-wiring for solar, electric blinds on rear windows, plantation shutters throughout, and custom drapes in living and dining areas. Schedule your tour today!

Property Details for 16516 New Road

Tax ID Number
335-07.00-6.18
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/06/2026 10:28 AM

Property Details for 16516 New Road

StatusActive
MLS #DESU2091016
Days on Market127
Taxes$2,962 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built2023
Lot Size0.75 AC / 32,670 SF
CountySussex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
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Building Information for 16516 New Road

Stories2Year Built2023Building Size-Lot Size0.75 AC / 32,670 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,259 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,012

Property Taxes

$247

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 16516 New Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN
  • School District County ID: 300200396895
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: SUSSEX
  • MLS Area: Lewes Rehoboth Hundred (31009)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $239
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Zoning: AR-1
  • Tax Lot: 18
  • School Tax: $2,695
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 4
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 4
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Exercise Room, Laundry, Loft, Office, Storage Room, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Attic, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-Ins, Fireplace - Gas, Lighting - Recessed, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - HardWood
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Wet Bar, Built-Ins, Lighting - Recessed, Flooring - HardWood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Island, Lighting - Recessed, Pantry
Room 5
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Lighting - Recessed, Flooring - HardWood
Room 6
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Recessed, Flooring - HardWood
Room 7
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Double Sink
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Recessed, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Double Sink
Room 10
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 11
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 12
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Lighting - Recessed, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Lighting - Recessed, Ceiling Fan(s), Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - HardWood
Room 14
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Double Sink, Jack and Jill Bathroom, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 15
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Recessed, Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood
Room 16
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 17
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Recessed, Walk-In Closet(s), Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood
Room 18
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 19
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Recessed, Flooring - HardWood
Room 20
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 21
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 22
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Built-Ins
Room 23
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Lighting - Recessed, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 24
  • Room Type: Storage Room
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 25
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 26
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 27
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 9,397.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,655.00
  • Total SQFT: 9,397.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8040/9723/7882/804097237882_512_384_WM_OLWCky3dE3oTVmxo.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump, Walkout Stairs, Outside Entrance, Interior Access
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-5, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 6
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 150.00 x 220.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard
  • Fencing: Fully
  • Parcel ID: 5214100
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 8
  • Total Garage Spaces: 11
  • Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Garage - Rear Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wine Storage, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Oven - Double, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vimeo.com/1111425288?share=copy
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, BBQ Grill, Hot Tub, Outside Shower, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Personal Pool Features: In Ground
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Zoned, Ductless/Mini-Split, Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Zoned, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Tankless, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)

Property History for 16516 New Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 6, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #DESU2091016

$2,875,000—
Sep 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DESU2091016

$2,950,000—
Dec 15, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1524533686

$1,616,462—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/06/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #DESU2091016

$2,875,000
09/02/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DESU2091016

$2,950,000
12/15/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1524533686

$1,616,462

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 16516 New Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,500Additions-Total$2,500
Tax Record2025$2,819 ($235 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt3,310 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,310 SqFtStories2Lot Size33,001 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2023ZoningAR-1CountySUSSEXAPN335-7.00-6.18

Schools near 16516 New Road

This home is within Cape Henlopen School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Mariner Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Cape Henlopen High School
Public - 9 to 12
Sussex Consortium
Public - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Mariner Middle School
Public6 to 8

Cape Henlopen High School
Public9 to 12

Sussex Consortium
PublicPK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 16516 New Road, Lewes, DE 19958

16516 New Road is a single family home for sale in Lewes, DE 19958. This property was listed for sale on September 2, 2025 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, it's currently listed at $2,875,000. It has been on the market for a total of 127 days and was last sold on December 15, 2023. This listing's school district is Cape Henlopen School District. Nearby schools include Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School, Mariner Middle School and Cape Henlopen High School. 16516 New Road is a 7-bed, 8-bath, 9,397 sqft single family home built in 2023.

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