Just 2.5 miles from Lewes Beach, this spacious 4-bedroom home offers something increasingly hard to find near the coast: room to spread out, exceptional storage, and the opportunity to make it your own. Situated on a generous, open lot, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home offers approximately 1,280 square feet of single-level living space, a full basement, and an oversized detached garage. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, coastal getaway, or investment opportunity, this property delivers the space, flexibility, and location to bring your vision to life. Inside, you'll find a welcoming living room filled with natural light, hardwood flooring throughout much of the home, and a comfortable layout that connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas. All four bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level, providing flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living needs. Just off the main living area, an enclosed sunroom offers a versatile space to enjoy throughout the seasons. One of the property's most impressive features is the expansive full basement, offering approximately 1,272 square feet of unfinished space with multiple storage areas and plenty of room for a workshop, hobbies, or future improvements. Outside, the oversized detached garage, measuring approximately 28 by 23 feet, provides exceptional space for vehicles, tools, recreational equipment, and all your beach essentials. The outdoor space is equally appealing, featuring a large, open yard, mature trees, a rear deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. And then there's the location. Just an 8-minute drive to Lewes Beach, you'll enjoy convenient access to the beautiful Delaware Bay shoreline, historic downtown Lewes, Cape Henlopen State Park, and an incredible selection of local restaurants, boutiques, and outdoor recreation. Spend your mornings at the beach, afternoons exploring the nearby trails, and evenings enjoying everything this sought-after coastal community has to offer. With its desirable location, four-bedroom layout, substantial basement, oversized garage, and spacious outdoor setting, 16996 4th Street presents an exciting opportunity to enjoy the Lewes lifestyle while creating a home that's uniquely yours. Your next chapter at the Delaware coast starts here. Schedule your private showing today!
For sale
$450,000
16996 4th St, Lewes, DE 19958
4beds
1,288sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$349/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Single-level living spaceGenerous open lotMature treesFull basementExceptional storageRoom to spread outOversized detached garage
- 13 hours
- 328
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nick MacDonald 302-922-4774,
Iron Valley Real Estate Premier 3027414545
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2122120
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,288
- Total interior livable area: 1,288 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,288
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 33512.0628.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Mixed
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $349/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $421,900
- Annual tax amount: $888
- Date on market: 10/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000$349/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $714 -14.7% | $210,950 +888.1% |
| 2024 | $837 +0.1% | $21,350 |
| 2023 | $836 +4.2% | $21,350 |
| 2022 | $803 -0.3% | $21,350 |
| 2021 | $805 +33.7% | $21,350 |
| 2020 | $602 | $21,350 |
| 2019 | $602 -0.2% | $21,350 |
| 2018 | $604 +10.8% | $21,350 |
| 2017 | $545 +6.9% | $21,350 |
| 2016 | $510 +4% | $21,350 |
| 2015 | $490 +1.9% | $21,350 |
| 2014 | $481 +2.7% | $21,350 |
| 2013 | $468 +0.6% | $21,350 |
| 2012 | $465 +8.5% | $21,350 |
| 2011 | $429 | $21,350 |
| 2010 | $429 -40.8% | $21,350 |
| 2009 | $724 | $21,350 |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 19958
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Cape Henlopen
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




