LEWES LIFESTYLE - Experience the quintessential Lewes lifestyle from the heart of the Historic District at the renowned “Metcalf House,” a circa 18th-century residence rich in architectural character and local history. Originally evolving over time from three separate homes into one distinctive property, this unique residence offers an exceptional opportunity for restoration, preservation, and personalization. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, exposed beams, two wood-burning fireplaces, a private brick patio, and fenced yard, the home showcases timeless historic charm with endless potential. Eligible historical property restoration tax credits may be available for qualifying renovations, creating added value for preservation enthusiasts, investors, or buyers seeking a one-of-a-kind historic coastal home. Ideally located just steps from Second Street’s restaurants, boutiques, and galleries, as well as Canalfront Park, with easy bike access to the beach and Delaware Bay, this is a rare opportunity to own an iconic piece of Lewes history.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (6/26)
$869,900
202 W 3rd St, Lewes, DE 19958
3beds
1,929sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1740
4,144 Square Feet Lot
$845,000 Zestimate®
$451/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Architectural characterTwo wood-burning fireplacesExposed beamsHardwood flooring throughoutPrivate brick patioFenced yard
- 45 days |
- 2,433 |
- 105 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lee Ann Wilkinson 302-645-6664,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty 3026456661,
Listing Team: The Lee Ann Wilkinson Group
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2110188
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Other, Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Formal Dining Room
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Exposed Beams
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Screens
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,929
- Total interior livable area: 1,929 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,929
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Unpaved, Private, On Street, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 4,144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 91.00 x 55.00
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 33508.07199.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Cedar
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1740
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $451/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $824,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,319
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$845,000
$803,000 - $887,000
$2,703/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Price change | $869,900-3.3%$451/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2110188 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,900+20%$467/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2110188 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2021 | Sold | $750,000$389/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU181656 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2021 | Pending sale | $750,000$389/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU181656 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2021 | Contingent | $750,000$389/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU181656 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2021 | Listed for sale | $750,000-6.8%$389/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU181656 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2020 | Listing removed | $805,000$417/sqft |
Source: Rehoboth Bay Realty, Co. #DESU153510 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2020 | Price change | $805,000-2.4%$417/sqft |
Source: Rehoboth Bay Realty, Co. #DESU153510 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2020 | Listed for sale | $825,000$428/sqft |
Source: Rehoboth Bay Realty, Co. #DESU153510 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,741 +371.1% | $412,250 +5396.7% |
| 2024 | $370 +0.1% | $7,500 |
| 2023 | $369 +3.6% | $7,500 |
| 2022 | $356 +0.9% | $7,500 |
| 2021 | $353 +0.3% | $7,500 |
| 2020 | $352 -0.1% | $7,500 |
| 2019 | $353 0% | $7,500 |
| 2018 | $353 +7.1% | $7,500 |
| 2017 | $329 +9.9% | $7,500 |
| 2016 | $300 +4.7% | $7,500 |
| 2015 | $286 +0.7% | $7,500 |
| 2014 | $284 +2.9% | $7,500 |
| 2013 | $276 +0.4% | $7,500 |
| 2012 | $275 +11.9% | $7,500 |
| 2011 | $246 | $7,500 |
| 2010 | $246 -3% | $7,500 |
| 2009 | $253 | $7,500 |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19958
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Shields (Richard A.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- NAFrederick D Thomas Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Cape Henlopen
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- Delaware
- Sussex County
- Lewes
- 19958
- 202 W 3rd St
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