Quintessential Lewes Beach Cottage - Steps from the sand & town! Welcome to your charming two bedroom and one bath bungalow, perfectly situated on a spacious 70X112 lot, just steps from Lewes Beach with a secret pathway leading you right into town. This is the ideal blend of beachside relaxation and small-town charm. Inside, enjoy vaulted ceilings in the living room with a cozy fireplace -the perfect spot to unwind after a day in the sun. The galley kitchen opens to a versatile enclosed back porch, offering extra living space. A carport and storage shed add functionality , while every inch of this home is thoughtfully crafted with character and care. Whether you are looking for a vacation getaway, full time residence or investment opportunity , this classic cottage has it all-location, charm , and potential. Come enjoy the laid-back coastal lifestyle in this Lewes Beach cottage-a rare find on a generous lot in one of Delaware's most loved beach towns.
Sold for $1,050,000
$1,050,000
5 Clayton Ave, Lewes, DE 19958
2beds
1,020sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$1,134,200 Zestimate®
$1,029/sqft
$2,072 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,134,200
$987,000 - $1.32M
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Steps from lewes beachCozy fireplaceGalley kitchenGenerous lotEnclosed back porch
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Listed by:
EDIE PAGE 302-745-3543,
Delaware Coastal Realty
Bought with:
Lee Ann Wilkinson, RA-0002064
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2097378
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,020
- Total interior livable area: 1,020 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,020
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70.00 x 112.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 33504.1919.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lewes Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,029/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,055,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,729
- Date on market: 9/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2025 | Sold | $1,050,000$1,029/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2097378 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Pending sale | $1,050,000$1,029/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2097378 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+45.8%$1,029/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2097378 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2021 | Sold | $720,000+3.6%$706/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2021 | Contingent | $695,000$681/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU178968 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2021 | Listed for sale | $695,000$681/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU178968 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,228 +172.4% | $527,550 +3078% |
| 2024 | $818 +0.1% | $16,600 |
| 2023 | $817 +3.6% | $16,600 |
| 2022 | $789 +0.9% | $16,600 |
| 2021 | $782 +0.3% | $16,600 |
| 2020 | $779 | $16,600 |
| 2019 | $779 -0.1% | $16,600 |
| 2018 | $780 +11.8% | $16,600 |
| 2017 | $698 +5.3% | $16,600 |
| 2016 | $663 +4.7% | $16,600 |
| 2015 | $634 +0.7% | $16,600 |
| 2014 | $629 +2.9% | $16,600 |
| 2013 | $611 +0.4% | $16,600 |
| 2012 | $609 +82.2% | $16,600 |
| 2011 | $334 | $16,600 |
| 2010 | $334 -2.4% | $16,600 |
| 2009 | $343 | $16,600 |
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Neighborhood: 19958
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Shields (Richard A.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- NAFrederick D Thomas Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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