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.
Sold for $1,200,000
$1,200,000
324 W 3rd St, Lewes, DE 19958
2beds
1,680sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1720
5,663 Square Feet Lot
$1,199,800 Zestimate®
$714/sqft
$2,292 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.14M - $1.26M
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Cozy corner fireplaceBeautiful garden viewsVariable-width reclaimed hardwood floorsNatural lightRustic ceiling beamsClassic cypress shinglesWide-plank floors
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Listed by:
GEORGE THOMASSON 302-542-6246,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Bought with:
Audrey HAMMOND, RS-0023968
Active Adults Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2108046
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 1
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,680
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,663 sqft
- Dimensions: 40.00 x 146.00
- Features: Downtown
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 33508.07247.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1720
- Major remodel year: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Septic
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Propane
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lewes
- Subdivision: None Available
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Sold | $1,200,000+4.3%$714/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2108046 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$685/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108046 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Contingent | $1,150,000$685/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108046 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$685/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2108046 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,012 +132.6% | $476,350 +2614.2% |
| 2024 | $865 +0.1% | $17,550 |
| 2023 | $864 +3.6% | $17,550 |
| 2022 | $834 +0.9% | $17,550 |
| 2021 | $826 +0.3% | $17,550 |
| 2020 | $824 | $17,550 |
| 2019 | $824 -0.1% | $17,550 |
| 2018 | $825 +7.1% | $17,550 |
| 2017 | $771 +9.9% | $17,550 |
| 2016 | $701 +4.7% | $17,550 |
| 2015 | $670 +0.7% | $17,550 |
| 2014 | $665 +2.9% | $17,550 |
| 2013 | $646 +0.4% | $17,550 |
| 2012 | $644 +11.9% | $17,550 |
| 2011 | $575 | $17,550 |
| 2010 | $575 -3% | $17,550 |
| 2009 | $593 | $17,550 |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
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
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Delaware
- Sussex County
- Lewes
- 19958
- 324 W 3rd St
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