For sale
$1,699,900
4beds
2,500sqft
118 Jefferson Ave, Lewes, DE 19958
4beds
2,500sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1800
5,663 sqft
Off street
$680 price/sqft
What's special
New roofGarden lightingFront porchUpstairs porchIrrigation system
There are homes… and then there are homes that have lived a life. Tucked along one of Lewes’ most cherished streets, 118 Jefferson Avenue stands as the oldest home on the block, thoughtfully positioned on the highest ground—chosen generations ago for both practicality and promise. From the very beginning, this home ...
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Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2108494
Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 07, 2026 at 12:44am
Listed by:
AMY KELLENBERGER 302-381-7901,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty 3026456661
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2108494
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Great Room, Laundry, Other, Bathroom 2, Attic, Primary Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Attic - Walk-Up, Attic - Floored
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Screened porch
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Exposed Beams, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
- Doors: Double Entry
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,500
- Total interior livable area: 2,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,500
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full,Back Yard,Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,663 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60.00 x 101.00
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 33508.1258.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Stick Built
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available, Phone Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $680/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $834,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,437
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,699,900-6.9%$680/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2108494 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2026 | Listing removed | $1,825,000$730/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2097328 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2025 | Price change | $1,825,000-3.9%$730/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2097328 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,900,000+429.2%$760/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2097328 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2012 | Sold | $359,000-55.1%$144/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,763 +41.7% | $417,400 +1553.1% |
| 2024 | $1,245 +0.1% | $25,250 |
| 2023 | $1,243 +3.6% | $25,250 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$9,233/mo
Principal & interest
$8766
Property taxes
$467
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Estimated market value
$1,618,200
$1.54M - $1.70M
$2,993/mo
Climate risks
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Neighborhood: 19958
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Shields (Richard A.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- NASussex ConsortiumGrades: PK-12Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Cape Henlopen
- 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.
- Delaware
- Sussex County
- Lewes
- 19958
- 118 Jefferson Ave