$10,000

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144 Kings Hwy Lewes, DE 19958

$1,700,000
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,030 sqft
0.2 acres
$561 / sqft
House

Property details

About 144 Kings Hwy

Main floor primary bedroom suite in this pristine Victorian home with high end upgrades a mile from the beach. Your future home has 4 very large bedrooms made more enjoyable by central air, modern plumbing and electric! 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 has ample soft-close cabinetry and upscale appliances with a custom craftsman island. Appliances unless the LG stainless steel refrigerator, Liebherr wine refrigerator, Miele induction cooktop and two Miele stainless steel ovens with one of those having a microwave option. Glass panels slide and tuck away, expanding the kitchen into the large enclosed porch with vinyl windows that open by sliding up or down. The living room has a remote control fireplace. 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 third 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, plus the hospital is within hobbling distance. Seller financing option available at lower than market rates. Please have your agent inquire about details. Call your agent for a private appointment or feel free to visit the upcoming open house.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Zoned
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air, Geothermal, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
Size3,030 sqft
Lot size0.19 Acres
Year built1898
ParkingGarage - Front Entry,Covered Parking,Additional Storage Area, Private, Detached Garage,Driveway,On Street
MLS #DESU2036378
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas/Propane
ViewGarden

Summary

  • MLS Number: DESU2036378
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Associates-Hockessin
  • Office Phone: (302) 234-3800
  • Office Email: john@johnwford.com
  • Listing Agent: Angela M Ferguson

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Price information

Property sales

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

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$11,650$574
2023$11,650$573
2022$11,650$553
2021$11,650$548
2020$11,650$-
2018$11,650$297
2017$11,650$286

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

910 Shields Ave

9

Love Creek Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.9 mi

19488 John J Williams Hwy

9

Rehoboth Elementary School

Public District KG-5

5.2 mi

500 Stockley St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,919. The majority of Lewes, DE residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

40%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

54%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
36%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LincolnLincoln
  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 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 $1,700,000.

Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in January 2025 in Lewes, DE. In the same period over 29 listings were sold below the listed price and 14 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Lewes, DE increased by 2.4% between December and January 2025. In January 2025 median list price was $596,379 and the average listing age was 70 days.

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

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