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144 Kings Hwy, Lewes, DE, 19958

$1,800,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 1 Partial
3,030 SqFt
$594/SqFt
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144 Kings Hwy, Lewes$1,800,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Covered Parking, Additional Storage Area, Private, Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Garage1 space
Year Built1898
HeatingForced Air, Zoned
CoolingCentral Air, Geothermal, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
FireplaceGas/Propane
ViewGarden
MLS #DESU2036378
Lot Size0.19 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 144 Kings Hwy

Looking for a Victorian home with high end upgrades and character a mile from the beach? This is the ONE! Living here, you'll be close enough to Lewes Beach to get your toes sandy as often as desired. This 126 year old Darling has modern renovations blended into original details. Central air conditioning! 4 very large bedrooms! Updated windows! Well insulated! Upgraded electric! Modern plumbing! Hardwood floors! Stained glass details! The immaculate entry level bedroom suite is complete with a walk in closet and full bathroom with a heated tiled floor and luxury shower. The laundry is also on the entry level making one floor living a possibility! The kitchen is loaded with imported soft-close cabinetry and upscale appliances with a custom craftsman island that's a piece of art - patterned, inlaid butcher block. Imagine your favorite smiling people gathered around, imbibing beverages from your LG refrigerator or the Liebherr wine refrigerator stocked with vino from multiple local wineries and snacking on temptations created in your two Miele stainless steel ovens, Miele microwave and Miele induction cooktop. Finishing off the airy ambiance is the bright marble counter tops and lots of light from the glass wall between the kitchen and the sunroom which slides and tucks away expanding the open floor plan of your stunning home. Your party can flow into the large enclosed porch with vinyl windows that open by sliding up or down. The living room has a remote control fireplace which will enhance your quiet or shared moments in the cooler months. Upstairs you will find 3 additional bedrooms. One of the bedrooms upstairs has it's own full bathroom and the other two bedrooms have use of the renovated hall full bathroom with a claw foot tub/shower. Regarding parking, this home has a bright white, crushed shell, long driveway and a garage with an electric door opener. The lawn with it's artistic touches and beautiful plantings features an irrigation system. There is a shed with a new window for gardening, an art studio or anything else you desire. Take a deep breath and enjoy the slow pace of 25 mph in this part of town! There is quick access to dining, an incredible walking and bike path, and the hospital is within hobbling distance. Everything from A to Z offered by Lewes with an alluring atmosphere, Blooming Boutiques, creative candies and decadent dining. Experience events with your fabulous friends, gregarious groups, historians and horticulturalists. Enjoy irresistible ice cream, the 4th of July jamboree or Kid's Ketch for lighthearted laughs. Maritime marvels, nocturnal noshes or oysters outdoors pair with parades or a quest for quiet times. Revel in relaxation at Second Street's tantalizing treasures which are unbelievably understated. The variety of views are wonderfully walkable. Xenodochial becoming xenial will make you yearn for Lewes' zealous zestiness! Call your agent for a private appointment or feel free to visit the upcoming open house.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1898
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 3,030 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin
  • Office Phone: (302) 234-3800
  • Listing Agent: Angela M Ferguson

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Cooktop, Stove, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior: Additional Stairway, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Breakfast Area, Attic, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Spiral Staircase, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Window Treatments, Wine Storage
  • Fireplace: Gas/Propane

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: Garden
  • Exterior: Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s), Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Covered Parking, Additional Storage Area, Private, Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Front Yard, Landscaped, Back Yard, Level, Vegetation/Crops
  • Lot Size: 0.19 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air, Geothermal, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Cape Henlopen High School, Public District Grades 8-12
  • Beacon Middle School, Public District Grades 4-8
  • Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Take Coastal Highway to Kings Highway. This home will be on the left.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,800,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $594/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $549
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Lewes, DE

City

Med. Sold Price

$570.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$269

Avg. Days On Market

41

# of Sold Homes

52

144 Kings Hwy vs Lewes

441 DAYS ON ROCKET

+400 Days

$1,800,000

+$1.2M More

$594/SqFt

+$324 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.2M more than the Median Sold Price and $324/SqFt more than other homes in Lewes, DE.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #DESU2036378

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin
  • Office Phone: (302) 234-3800
  • Listing Agent: Angela M Ferguson

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Nov 22, 2019Home Sold
$950,000
Jun 27, 2007Home Sold
$480,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$549$11,650
2020 - $11,650
2018$297$11,650
2017$287$11,650

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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8
/10

  • Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School

  • 910 Shields Ave

  • 0.49 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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7
/10

  • Beacon Middle School

  • 19483 John J Williams Hwy

  • 4.06 miles

  • Public District Grades 4-8

High School

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5
/10

  • Cape Henlopen High School

  • 1250 Kings Hwy

  • 1.15 miles

  • Public District Grades 8-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,919. Most Lewes, DE residents have annual incomes less than $35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 144 Kings Hwy

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 144 Kings Hwy property is $1,800,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 144 Kings Hwy is a house located in Lewes, Delaware, 19958.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 144 Kings Hwy is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 144 Kings Hwy are:
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Beacon Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Cape Henlopen High School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $549 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on November 22, 2019 for $950,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 144 Kings Hwy has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 144 Kings Hwy is 3,030 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 144 Kings Hwy is 1898.

Rocket Homes›Delaware›Sussex County›Lewes›19958›144 Kings Hwy

This home is located at 144 Kings Hwy in Lewes, DE and zip code 19958. This 3,030 square foot home, which was built in 1898, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 19, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,800,000.

While more than 20 listings in Lewes, DE in April 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 8 listings sold at asking price, and more than 24 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Lewes, DE between March 2024 and April 2024 decreased by 1.7%. In April 2024, listings were on the market for 41 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $570,972.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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