About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 202 W 3RD Street in Lewes, DE is listed for $799,900 ($415 per sqft). the home offers 1,929 sqft of living space on a 0.10 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1740
  • 0.10 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • 2 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
2 full
2 spaces

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

HISTORIC LEWES OPPORTUNITY-LOCATION, LAND & LEGACY. The renowned Metcalf House, an iconic circa 18th-century residence, presents a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of Lewes history in the heart of the Historic District. The asking price reflects the underlying land value, taking into consideration the substantial investment required to restore and renovate this distinctive property.

Ideally situated just steps from Second Street's restaurants, boutiques, and galleries, as well as Canalfront Park, the location is truly exceptional. Evolving over time from three separate homes into one unique residence, the property offers a rich history and architectural character that set it apart.

The home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood flooring, exposed beams, two wood-burning fireplaces, a private brick patio, and a fenced yard. Substantial renovation and restoration are needed, making this an opportunity best suited for a buyer with vision, resources, and an appreciation for historic preservation.

For those who recognize the enduring value of an irreplaceable downtown location and the opportunity to restore a distinctive piece of Lewes's past, the possibilities are extraordinary. Potential eligibility for historic preservation tax credits should be independently verified.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,278/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$578
Interest$3,466
Insurance$233

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

202 W 3RD Street

Lewes, DE 19958

NONE AVAILABLE

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Floor Plan - TraditionalFormal/Separate Dining RoomKitchen - Eat-InExposed Beams

Property Details

Construction

Stick Built Cedar

Parking

On StreetOff StreetPaved or SurfacedDriveway

Heating

Electric (Heating)Baseboard

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

DishwasherDisposalDryerExhaust FanMicrowaveOven/Range - ElectricRange HoodRefrigeratorWasherWaterHeater

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 202 W 3RD Street is listed at $799,900 ($415/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $4,278 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1740, 0.10 acre lot, 2 stories, 2 parking spaces, Fireplace. Interior Features: Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In.

This property is listed by Lee Ann Wilkinson.

LW

Lee Ann Wilkinson

License RA-0002064

Agent at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty · Broker phone: (302) 227-6101 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# DESU2110188· Source: Bright MLS· 167 days on PropertySimple

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202 W 3RD Street, Lewes, DE 19958

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