Thoughtfully designed for everyday living and memorable entertaining, this exceptional coastal residence offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and timeless style in one of Lewes' most sought-after communities. With a recent $100,000 price reduction, this exceptional home now represents outstanding value for its size, quality, location, and extensive upgrades. Opportunities like this east of Coastal Highway are uncommon. Buyers seeking luxury coastal living at an exceptional price should schedule their private tour soon before this opportunity is gone. A dramatic vaulted entry welcomes you with a striking wood banister and bridge overlooking the Great Room, setting the tone for the home's open, airy, and sophisticated design. The stunning Great Room showcases a wall of windows overlooking the private rear yard, while two custom triple bookshelves surround the natural gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting focal point for everyday living and entertaining. The upgraded Gourmet Kitchen is equipped with GE appliances, abundant cabinetry, a breakfast bar with seating for five, walk-in pantry, and designer tile backsplash with decorative accent, flowing effortlessly into a bright vaulted Sunroom with sliding glass doors leading to the outdoor living space. The first-floor Primary Suite offers a peaceful retreat with a tray ceiling, plantation shutters, two walk-in closets, and a beautifully appointed bathroom featuring a soaking tub, custom tile work, and private water closet. A private Office with French doors, transom window, and plantation shutters adds both function and elegance, while a full Bathroom on the main level provides added convenience. The second floor features an Ensuite Bedroom with a private Bathroom and walk-in closet, plus two additional Bedrooms and a hall Bath. The oversized Finished Basement expands the living space with a large media and recreation area, an additional flex room, a full Bathroom, and extensive unfinished space ideal for storage, a workshop, or hobby area. Outdoor living is equally impressive with a beautifully landscaped backyard featuring a pergola draped in wisteria, paver patio, built-in grill, natural gas fireplace, and garden beds for flowers and fresh vegetables. Lush landscaping, including a dramatic 25-foot banana plant and mature elephant ears, creates a private, resort-inspired setting rarely found in the area. Situated in a quiet enclave of only 80 single-family homes in the highly desirable Breakwater community, adjacent to the scenic Junction & Breakwater Trail, this home offers easy biking or walking access to downtown Lewes and the beaches. Located approximately 1.5 miles from Lewes Beach and 4 miles from Cape Henlopen State Park, residents enjoy outstanding amenities including a fitness center, pool complex, and active social calendar.
Pending
Price cut: $100K (7/22)
$1,149,900
16624 Shoal Rd, Lewes, DE 19958
4beds
5,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
0.25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$220/mo HOA
What's special
Natural gas outdoor fireplaceBuilt-in grillPrivate resort-like settingAbundant cabinetryWalk-in pantryPaver patio
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carol Materniak 302-645-6100,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. 3026456100
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2110804
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Great Room, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Window Treatments, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Soaking Tub
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Features: Basement - Partially Finished, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood, Formal Dining Room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Great room
- Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Double Sink, Flooring - HardWood, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Lighting - Pendants, Recessed Lighting, Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Walk-In Closet(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Wine Storage
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Screens, Transom, Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Full,Heated,Concrete,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,500
- Total interior livable area: 5,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Outdoor Shower, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: Community
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 65.00 x 135.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 33508.00796.00
- Zoning: MR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Details
- Builder model: Henlopen
- Builder name: Schell Brothers
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: Breakwater
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Common Grounds, Fitness Center, Pool, Tot Lots/Playground
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $660 quarterly
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $803,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,697
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Furniture Negotiable, Great Room Tv Negotiable.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Pending sale | $1,149,900$209/sqft |
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| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $1,149,900-8%$209/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Price change | $1,249,900-10.7%$227/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,399,900+101.8%$255/sqft |
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| 7/28/2014 | Sold | $693,680+18.5%$126/sqft |
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| 5/21/2012 | Sold | $585,469$106/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,697 -39% | $401,700 +612.2% |
| 2024 | $2,780 +0.1% | $56,400 |
| 2023 | $2,777 +3.6% | $56,400 |
| 2022 | $2,681 +0.9% | $56,400 |
| 2021 | $2,656 +0.3% | $56,400 |
| 2020 | $2,648 | $56,400 |
| 2019 | $2,648 -0.1% | $56,400 |
| 2018 | $2,652 +7.1% | $56,400 |
| 2017 | $2,477 +9.9% | $56,400 |
| 2016 | $2,253 +4.7% | $56,400 |
| 2015 | $2,153 +531.3% | $56,400 +526.7% |
| 2014 | $341 +2.9% | $9,000 |
| 2013 | $331 +0.4% | $9,000 |
| 2012 | $330 +11.9% | $9,000 |
| 2011 | $295 | $9,000 |
| 2010 | $295 -3% | $9,000 |
| 2009 | $304 | $9,000 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 19958
Nearby schools
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.






