For salePrice cut: $299.1K (7/28)
$1,699,900
3beds
1,603sqft
53 Cape Henlopen Dr APT 6, Lewes, DE 19958
3beds
1,603sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1984
1 Carport space
$1,060 price/sqft
$567/mo HOA
What's special
Highly coveted end unitCommunity poolFully replaced electrical panelBay front end unitUnobstructed panoramaSteps from the beachPrivate deck
$5 MILLION DOLLAR VIEW FOR UNDER $2 MILLION - BAY FRONT END UNIT! Arguably the very best unit at Port Lewes. Rarely available and on the market for the first time since 1985, this stunning original-owner & never rented end-unit waterfront townhouse in Port Lewes offers an unparalleled coastal lifestyle. Because ...
- 31 days |
- 2,628 |
- 84 |
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2114832
Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
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#: DESU2114832
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Foyer, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Lower
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Lower
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Balcony Access, Flooring - Tile/Brick, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Dining Area
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Carpet, Flooring - Tile/Brick, Balcony Access, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,603
- Total interior livable area: 1,603 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,603
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Crushed Stone, Under Home Parking, Attached Carport, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Balcony
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: Bay
- Body of water: Delaware Bay
Lot
- Features: Backs - Open Common Area, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 33505.005.006
- Lease amount: $0
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Wood Siding, Stick Built
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
- Major remodel year: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Condo and coop fee: $1,700 quarterly
- Subdivision: Port Lewes
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Beach Access, Pier/Dock, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Water/Lake Privileges
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Pool(s), Insurance, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Pier/Dock Maintenance
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,060/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $997,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,413
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Land Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Price change | $1,699,900-15%$1,060/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2114832 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,999,000$1,247/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2114832 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,107 +6.6% | $498,900 +1144.1% |
| 2024 | $1,977 +0.1% | $40,100 |
| 2023 | $1,975 +3.6% | $40,100 +166% |
| 2022 | $1,906 +0.9% | $15,075 -50% |
| 2021 | $1,888 +0.3% | $30,150 |
| 2020 | $1,883 | $30,150 |
| 2019 | $1,883 -0.1% | $30,150 -24.8% |
| 2018 | $1,885 +11.8% | $40,100 |
| 2017 | $1,686 +5.3% | $40,100 |
| 2016 | $1,602 +4.7% | $40,100 |
| 2015 | $1,531 +0.7% | $40,100 |
| 2014 | $1,519 +2.9% | $40,100 |
| 2013 | $1,476 +0.4% | $40,100 |
| 2012 | $1,471 +11.9% | $40,100 |
| 2011 | $1,315 | $40,100 |
| 2010 | $1,315 -3% | $40,100 |
| 2009 | $1,355 | $40,100 |
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| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$9,800/mo
Principal & interest
$8766
HOA Fees
$567
Property taxes
$467
Estimated market value
$1,601,600
$1.52M - $1.68M
$2,294/mo
Climate risks
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Neighborhood: 19958
Nearby schools
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 1.9 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
9/10Frederick D Thomas Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 2.6 milesN/A
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Cape Henlopen High School
Grades 9-12 • 2.5 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
8/10