NOT LISTED FOR SALE

17327 Venables Dr Lewes, DE 19958

Estimated Value: $892,000 - $963,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,608 Sq Ft
$354/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 26, 2025

Last sale price $900,000 $345 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,201 / mo

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Lewes Elementary School Rated A
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of September 2025

Refined living in Lewes ideally located east of Route 1 in the sought-after Senators neighborhood! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and energy efficiency, just minutes from downtown Lewes, the Junction & Breakwater Trail, and the beach.
Step inside to a light-filled, open-concept layout featuring soaring cathedral ceilings in the foyer and living room, along with hardwood floors throughout the main level. The heart of the home is the beautifully equipped kitchen with gas cooking, a new refrigerator, ample cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. The adjacent living room with fireplace and dining are ideal for everyday living and effortless entertaining.
A private office with French doors provides a quiet space to work or read. The spacious first-floor primary suite offers two generous walk-in closets and peaceful views of the patio and surrounding landscaping. Nearby, the laundry room adds extra functionality with a sink, cabinets, and two storage closets.
Seamlessly extending the living space outdoors, an all-season sun porch opens to an expansive paver patio—an inviting setting for entertaining or relaxing year-round. Enjoy the warmth of a built-in gas fire pit, grill at the barbecue station, and take in the tranquility of mature plantings and a wooded backdrop.
Upstairs, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms, a large fourth bedroom with space to add a closet if desired, and a large unfinished storage room.
Modern upgrades include solar power, a new HVAC system (2024), and a mini-split system (2025) for energy-efficient, year-round comfort.
Thoughtfully designed and perfectly situated, this exceptional home invites you to enjoy the best of coastal living in Lewes. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or a weekend retreat, this home checks every box—location, layout, community, and lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Valerie Ellenberger

(302) 273-4998 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass License #RS-0022639 Listed on: 07/17/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Dale Hunter

(443) 829-5828 dalehunterjr@gmail.com Bayside Realty License #519849

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,265

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 84.00 x 115.00
  • Backs To Open Common Area
  • Landscaped
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned AR-1

HOA Fees

  • $192 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Oversized Parking
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Coastal Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,608 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Doors swing in
  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Heating system powered by solar connected to the grid
  • Cooling system powered by solar connected to the grid

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 228
  • Assessor Parcel Number 335-12.00-750.00

Community Details

Overview

  • $3,450 Capital Contribution Fee
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management, reserve funds, road maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • $225 Other One-Time Fees
  • Pcam HOA
  • Built by Schell
  • Senators Subdivision, Heron Floorplan

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Meeting Room

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,265

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

9,583 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$192 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Coastal, Contemporary
  • Sussex De Quadrants: East of Rt 1
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, 32"+ Wide Doors, Doors - Swing In
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Leaded glass panel in Living room
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Engineered Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Combination Kitchen/Living, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Foyer, Study, Laundry, Storage Room, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Screened Porch
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Main Floor, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 2608
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2608
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 356.21
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2608
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stick Built
  • Exterior Features: Bbq Grill, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split, Solar On Grid
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Solar On Grid
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 575.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Club House, Common Grounds, Fitness Center, Jog/Walk Path, Meeting Room, Pool - Outdoor
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Management, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA Name: PCAM
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Other Fees: 225.00
  • Other Fees Frequency: One Time
  • Capital Contribution Fee: 3450.00

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Backs - Open Common Area, Backs To Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Secluded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Dimensions: 84.00 x 115.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9583.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened, Roof
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: AR-1
  • In City Limits: No

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Schell

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2060.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2265.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 335-12.00-750.00
  • Tax Lot: 228
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2025
Sold by
Alexander Samantha and Alexander Russell
Bought by
Samantha Innis Alexander Revocable Trust and Russell Tod Alexander Revocable Trust
Current Estimated Value
$923,339

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2025
Closed on
Sep 26, 2025
Sold by
Charters Jonathan W and Charters Jessica M
Bought by
Alexander Russell and Sand Samantha
Seller's Agent
Valerie Ellenberger
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Dale Hunter
Bayside Realty
List Price
$929,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-3.12%
Views
59

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.68%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2014
Closed on
Dec 16, 2014
Bought by
Charters Jane Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Paul Townsend
Jack Lingo - Lewes
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$532,466
Sold Price
$532,466

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2014
Bought by
Schell Brothers Llc
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Samantha Innis Alexander Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Alexander Russell $900,000 None Listed On Document
Charters Jane Elizabeth $532,466 --
Schell Brothers Llc -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Alexander Russell $400,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/26/2025 09/26/25 Sold $900,000 -3.1% $345 / Sq Ft
07/17/2025 07/17/25 For Sale $929,000 +74.5% $356 / Sq Ft
12/16/2014 12/16/14 Sold $532,466 0.0% $245 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/16/2014 04/16/14 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2014 04/16/14 For Sale $532,466 -- $245 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,767 $45,800 $9,000 $36,800
2024 $1,765 $45,800 $9,000 $36,800
2023 $1,763 $45,800 $9,000 $36,800
2022 $1,684 $45,800 $9,000 $36,800
2021 $1,764 $45,800 $9,000 $36,800
2020 $1,757 $45,800 $9,000 $36,800
2019 $1,760 $45,800 $9,000 $36,800
2018 $1,618 $45,950 $0 $0
2017 $1,926 $45,800 $0 $0
2016 $1,829 $45,800 $0 $0
2015 $1,748 $45,800 $0 $0
2014 -- $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2090802

Bright MLS

APN: 335-12.00-750.00

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