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Property Description
UNRIVALED SPACE & STYLE IN DOWNTOWN LEWES! Experience the quintessential coastal lifestyle in this sprawling, meticulously maintained residence situated just steps from the vibrant boutiques and award-winning dining of 2nd Street. Boasting over 4,000 square feet of finished living space, this home perfectly balances historic charm with modern luxury. The heart of the home is a chef-inspired kitchen, complete with a social island, premium granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, all flowing seamlessly into bright, airy living spaces featuring warm hardwood flooring and a tranquil coastal palette. Designed for ultimate comfort and longevity, this home features recent interior refreshments, including brand-new carpeting and stylish new flooring in two of the upstairs bed and baths. The versatile floor plan offers five spacious bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, highlighted by convenient primary suites on both the first and second levels. The expansive finished basement provides a dedicated recreation room along with an additional bedroom and bath - an ideal retreat for guests or a home gym - while the walk-up floored attic offers easy access and plenty of room for storage. Rare for downtown, this property features an oversized driveway and an attached two-car garage, providing ample off-street parking. Start your mornings on the iconic wrap-around porch or take a short bike ride to the beautiful beaches of Cape Henlopen State Park. Whether you are seeking a premier primary residence, a high-end coastal getaway, or a lucrative investment opportunity, this exceptionally accommodating property allows you to embrace the very best of life in Lewes!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 118 Schley Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,150,000
- Taxes: $3,010 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DESU2109990
- Added to Site: 72 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Den, Basement, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Utility Room, Attic, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
- Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Country, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Traditional, Walk-in Closet(s), Upgraded Countertops, WhirlPool/HotTub, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater - Tankless
- Flooring: Engineered Wood, Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Wrap Around
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 7
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
Location
- Area: Lewes Rehoboth Hundred (31009)
- County: SUSSEX
- Driving Directions: From Rt. 1, head east on Kings Highway towards downtown Lewes, turn right onto Gills Neck Rd, then left onto Schley Ave. Property will be on the right.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Cape Henlopen
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Baseboard - Hot Water, Heat Pump(s), Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Oil, Electric
- Water Heater: Tankless, Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame, Stick Built, HardiPlank Type
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Improved, Interior Access, Sump Pump
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Metal, Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 4,999
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 4,185 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,250 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 935 Sq. Ft.
- Unfin. Above Grnd: 814 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Street
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,964
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Dimensions: 59.60 x 149.95 x 50.00 x 149.84
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Zoning: TN
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard
- Fencing (Description): Partially, Vinyl, Privacy
Water Features
- Water Front Type: Canal
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $369.2
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $1,840
- City/TownTax: $962
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $208
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax Amount: $3,010
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 320
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 82
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Lee Ann Wilkinson
Sold by RE/MAX Elite, Kathleen S Pennington
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Schools
Schools serving 118 Schley Ave
School District:Cape Henlopen School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School 820 Savannah Road, Lewes, DE 19958 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Cape Henlopen High School 1250 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE 19958 | 8-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 118 Schley Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/08/2026
Sold
$1,150,000
-4.16%
MLS
4/17/2026
Listed
$1,199,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
118 Schley Avenue, Lewes, DE 19958 (MLS# DESU2109990) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,150,000 on June 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 118 Schley Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lewes? You can browse all Lewes real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

