Welcome to Breakwater – Coastal Living with Comfort, Style, and Sustainability! Located just east of Coastal Highway and only minutes from the heart of downtown Lewes, this stunning Kingfisher model in the highly desirable Breakwater community offers over 4,000 sq ft of beautifully upgraded living space – and now includes solar panels for energy efficiency and long-term savings. This sun-filled, fully expanded home is perfectly positioned backing to trees for added privacy, and boasts a thoughtfully designed layout that blends open-concept living with cozy spaces to retreat and relax. Inside, enjoy a bright and spacious great room with a gas fireplace, a gourmet kitchen with premium finishes and a large island dining bar, and a sunny dining area with views of the landscaped yard. Step through to your lovely rear patio, featuring a natural gas firepit, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings under the stars. The first-floor Primary Suite is a private sanctuary, complete with a luxurious bath featuring a jacuzzi tub, dual vanities, and direct access to the patio. Also on the main level: a dedicated office with French doors, half bath, and a large laundry room with smart storage. Upstairs offers room for everyone, with a second-floor en suite bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and a third full bath. The loft area adds even more space for reading, relaxing, or watching TV. The walk-out finished basement provides expansive additional living space, ideal for entertaining, hobbies, or a home gym, and includes two half baths and ample storage. Solar Panels: This home is equipped with high-efficiency solar panels, helping reduce your electric bills while minimizing your carbon footprint. Enjoy all the comforts of modern living with the added benefit of sustainable energy – perfect for eco-conscious homeowners. Community Highlights: Breakwater is an active, amenity-rich community featuring a resort-style pool, large fitness center, tot lot/playground, and year-round social activities including water aerobics, group bike rides, happy hours, theatre outings, and even seal watching! The HOA also pays for irrigation on your lot, making lawn care easy and worry-free. Unbeatable Location: Enjoy direct access to the scenic bike trail that runs parallel to the neighborhood – leading you straight to downtown Lewes for shopping, dining, and beach days, or just 6 miles the other way to vibrant downtown Rehoboth Beach.
Sold for $1,150,000
$1,150,000
16620 Shoal Rd, Lewes, DE 19958
4beds
6,090sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
0.25 Acres Lot
$1,359,100 Zestimate®
$189/sqft
$4,523 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,359,100
$1.22M - $1.52M
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Dedicated officeGas fireplaceJacuzzi tubBacking to treesThoughtfully designed layoutLoft areaWalk-out finished basement
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carol Materniak 302-645-6100,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Sarah Shoemaker, RS0025568
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2083406
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Game Room, Great Room, Laundry, Loft, Office, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Game room
- Level: Lower
Great room
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Solar
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Solar Photovoltaic
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Microwave, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Range Hood, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Entry Level Bedroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,090
- Total interior livable area: 6,090 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,060
- Finished area below ground: 2,030
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Driveway, Off Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: Community
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 65.00 x 137.00
- Features: Backs to Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 33508.00794.00
- Zoning: MR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Details
- Builder model: Kingfisher
- Builder name: Schell Brothers
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Breakwater
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Pool, Tot Lots/Playground
- Services included: Trash, Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $592 quarterly
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $189/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $860,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,753
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, 2 Tv Wall Brackets, Draperies / Curtains, Curtain Rods, Shades / Blinds, Cornices / Valances, 6 Ceiling Fans, Solar Equipment
- Exclusions: Televisions
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2025 | Sold | $1,150,000$189/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2083406 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$189/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2083406 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+51.3%$189/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2083406 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2018 | Sold | $760,000+7.5%$125/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2012 | Sold | $707,292$116/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,818 -34% | $430,350 +670.5% |
| 2024 | $2,753 +0.1% | $55,850 |
| 2023 | $2,750 +3.6% | $55,850 |
| 2022 | $2,654 +0.9% | $55,850 |
| 2021 | $2,630 +0.3% | $55,850 |
| 2020 | $2,622 | $55,850 |
| 2019 | $2,622 -0.1% | $55,850 |
| 2018 | $2,626 +7.1% | $55,850 |
| 2017 | $2,453 +9.9% | $55,850 |
| 2016 | $2,231 +4.7% | $55,850 |
| 2015 | $2,132 +0.7% | $55,850 |
| 2014 | $2,116 +2.9% | $55,850 |
| 2013 | $2,056 +0.4% | $55,850 |
| 2012 | $2,049 +594.3% | $55,850 +520.6% |
| 2011 | $295 | $9,000 |
| 2010 | $295 -3% | $9,000 |
| 2009 | $304 | $9,000 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19958
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Shields (Richard A.) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- NAFrederick D Thomas Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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.
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