324 W 3rd St

Lewes, DE 19958

$1,150,000
Price
2
Beds
1,680 Sq. Ft.
$685 / Sq. Ft.
1,680
Sq. Ft.
$685
per Sq. Ft.
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Coming Soon
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Description

Own a rare piece of Lewes history with this charming “Fisherman’s Cottage” (circa 1720), just steps from the shops and restaurants of downtown. One of the town’s earliest surviving residences, the home was originally built along the Lewes–Rehoboth Canal and relocated to Third Street around 1900. It later served the community as a grocery store for over 60 years before being moved to its current site, expanded, and incorporated into a physician’s office, with the rear addition. The property has been...Own a rare piece of Lewes history with this charming “Fisherman’s Cottage” (circa 1720), just steps from the shops and restaurants of downtown. One of the town’s earliest surviving residences, the home was originally built along the Lewes–Rehoboth Canal and relocated to Third Street around 1900. It later served the community as a grocery store for over 60 years before being moved to its current site, expanded, and incorporated into a physician’s office, with the rear addition. The property has been used as a private residence since 1996. Rich in character, the home features classic cypress shingles, wide-plank floors, and a cozy corner fireplace. The thoughtfully designed 2007 addition blends seamlessly with the original structure, showcasing variable-width reclaimed hardwood floors from a Pennsylvania factory and rustic ceiling beams. Abundant windows and French doors fill the home with natural light and offer beautiful garden views. Enjoy peaceful outdoor living on the tiled screened porch—perfect for relaxing while watching hummingbirds in the garden. The landscaped grounds, featured on the Lewes Garden Tour, boast a vibrant mix of perennials, including crepe myrtles, star magnolia, columnar oak, and a sour cherry tree. A large detached structure at the rear offers endless potential for storage, studio space, or future use.
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Property Details for 324 West 3rd Street

Tax ID Number
335-08.07-247.00
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Cape Cod
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/14/2026 02:30 PM

Property Details for 324 West 3rd Street

StatusComing Soon
MLS #DESU2108046
Days on Market-
Taxes$2,216 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1720
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,663 SF
CountySussex County
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Building Information for 324 West 3rd Street

Stories2Year Built1720Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,663 SF

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Property Information for 324 West 3rd Street

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • 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: 2025
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $204
  • City Town Tax: $467
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 1 1
  • Historic: Yes
  • Historic Designation ID: HISTORIC
  • Zoning: TN
  • Tax Lot: 82
  • School Tax: $1,545
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,680.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40.00 x 146.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Fencing: Rear
  • Location Type: Downtown
  • Parcel ID: 5215458
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Appliances: Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s)
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Screened, Porch(es)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Septic
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)

Public Records for 324 West 3rd Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,950Additions$14,600Total$17,550
Tax Record2025$2,012 ($168 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,818 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,818 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,841 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1800ZoningTNCountySUSSEXAPN335-8.07-247.00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 324 West 3rd Street

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 324 West 3rd Street, Lewes, DE 19958

324 West 3rd Street is a single family home Coming Soon in Lewes, DE 19958. This property is currently priced at $1,150,000. 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. 324 West 3rd Street is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,680 sqft single family home built in 1720.

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