$849,000

16819 Forest Dr Lewes, DE 19958

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,500 sqft
0.2 acres
$340 / sqft
House

Property details

About 16819 Forest Dr

Coastal Elegance, Stunning Views! Experience unparalleled comfort and convenience in this well-appointed waterfront residence offering serene panoramic pond views! Superior craftsmanship meticulously designed for both functionality and luxury. This home boasts an open floor plan in the highly desirable, amenity-rich Villages of Five Points East community, just minutes from downtown Lewes and the pristine Delaware beaches. As you enter the home, a spacious foyer and dining room offer ideal space for entertaining. Hardwood flooring throughout flows seamlessly into a gourmet kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, luxury granite countertops and backsplash, custom cabinetry, gas cooktop and a generously sized breakfast bar. Adjacent to the kitchen, an expansive light-filled great room and dining area offers east facing water views with direct access to a 3-season sunroom and paver patio with fire pit— an ideal retreat for relaxing or hosting guests. The first-floor owner’s suite has a large walk-in closet, luxurious en-suite bathroom with dual granite vanities, spa tub, and an oversized tile and glass shower. A front bedroom and an additional flex room offers versatility as a home office, library, or potential fourth bedroom. The upstairs area features a spacious family room, a bedroom, and a full bathroom. In addition, there are three oversized storage closets and newly installed flooring, making it ideal for family or visitors. A separate laundry room/mudroom provides access to a sizable, fully insulated, and painted two-car garage. This home boasts an impressive list of upgrades, including a gas fireplace, crown molding, tile flooring in all bathrooms, lawn irrigation system with a dedicated well, professional landscaping, 13 SEER air conditioner, energy efficient gas furnace, conditioned crawl space, poured 8x4 foot foundation walls and the list goes on! Constructed with maximum home model extensions the enlarged master bedroom, dining area and great room all provide an unobstructed view of a beautiful “natural” professionally maintained and stocked pond. Offering direct access to the Georgetown-Lewes trail to downtown Lewes. Enjoy the convenience of walking to the Villages of Five Points downtown area for restaurants, shops, gym and more! Community amenities feature two pools, five tennis courts, six pickleball courts, a clubhouse and walking trails. Make this lovely, better-than-new home your next destination!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump, Other, Zoned
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Size2,500 sqft
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built2015
ParkingGarage - Front Entry,Garage Door Opener,Inside Access,Oversized, Concrete Driveway,Private, Attached Garage,Driveway
MLS #DESU2079062
Garage2 spaces
WaterfrontShared
FireplaceGas/Propane, Mantel(s)
ViewPanoramic, Pond, Water

Summary

  • MLS Number: DESU2079062
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Monument Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (302) 227-6767
  • Office Email: justin.healy@msir.net
  • Listing Agent: HENRY A JAFFE
  • Agent Phone: (302) 827-2821
  • Agent Email: henry.jaffe@msir.net

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16819 Forest Dr

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 02, 2015
Home Sold
$492,370
Apr 21, 2014
Home Sold
$2,040,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$39,450$1,446
2023$39,450$1,445
2022$39,450$1,377
2021$39,450$1,460
2020$39,500$1,454
2018$39,500$1,734
2017$39,450$1,659

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

910 Shields Ave

9

Love Creek Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.0 mi

19488 John J Williams Hwy

9

Rehoboth Elementary School

Public District KG-5

5.3 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. Typical income of Lewes, DE residents is less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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 16819 Forest Dr

This home is located at 16819 Forest Dr in Lewes, DE and zip code 19958. This 2,500 square foot home, which was built in 2015, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $849,000.

Lewes, DE housing market in March 2025 saw over 10 listings sold above listed price, more than 7 sold at listed price and over 28 sold below. In March 2025 in Lewes, DE there were 22.2% more homes for sale than in February. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $600,128, while the average time on the real estate market was 62 days.

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

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