NOT LISTED FOR SALE

6 Houston Ave Lewes, DE 19958

Estimated Value: $1,455,000 - $2,017,418

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,570 Sq Ft
$705/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 18, 2023

Last sale price $1,800,000 $700 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,778/month

Highlights

  • Post and Beam
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Lewes Elementary School Rated A
  • Garden View
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2023

Welcome to the iconic “Barn on the Bay” beach house, featured in the 2018 Holiday edition of Delaware Beach Life magazine. Having gone through an extensive renovation in 2017 the home has maintained its homey feel but with thoroughly modern updates. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home has been redone with precision and craftmanship all while keeping the original barn in tack even with the addition of expanded rooms / space for functionality both inside and out. The first floor features a bright and airy renovated kitchen and living room with 14’ ceiling and 20- foot expanse of windows looking out to the screened porch , skylight and a linear fireplace. The kitchen was modernized with all stainless appliances, quartz countertops and rustic touches in keeping with the look and feel of the homes’ architect. Also, on this level is a sizable pantry and full guest bathroom. The 2nd floor features a spacious 2nd living room with new dormer windows opening the space up to an abundance of sunlight and views of the sky. The room has many elements of the original barn style such as; custom built shelving, a brick wood-burning fireplace flanked by the original post and bean wall and a knee-wall of reclaimed barnwood overlooking the 1st floor living room, kitchen and porch. Additionally, just off the living room is a fully screened porch to the rear of the home offering much privacy and solitude. This level includes 3 BR, a fully renovated bathroom with an expansive tiled shower and a complete laundry room with large linen closet for storage. The 3rd floor features a loft area and a private spacious owners en-suite bedroom with a small balcony overlooking the streetscape. Additional features included throughout are wide plank wood floors, all new windows and all new and reconfigured bathrooms and all new lighting. The lower level includes a heated Basement/Game Room and Garage space for 2-Cars. Additions include new Bathroom, spacious Screened Porch, 3rd floor balcony, flood gates in basement, conditioned Crawl Space, exterior Lighting, new Roof, HVAC, Tankless HWH and Drainage system from yard to the cul-de-sac and Security System

Last Agent to Sell the Property

datacorrect BrightMLS

(844) 552-7444 datacorrect@brightmls.com Non Subscribing Office License #0225194075 Listed on: 12/30/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Robin Davis

(302) 273-4998 ashley.hess@compass.com Compass License #RS-0015138

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,497

Year Built

  • Built in 1994 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 79.00 x 105.00
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Land Lease expires in 62 years
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned TN

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Post and Beam
  • Converted Barn or Barndominium
  • Block Foundation
  • Log Walls
  • Wood Walls
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Built-In Features
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Atrium Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Garden Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Ice Maker
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Garage Access
  • Drainage System
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Screened Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Location

  • Flood Risk

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lewes Beach Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Assessor Parcel Number 335-04.20-204.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,497

Year Built

Built in 1994 | Remodeled in 2017

Lot Details

7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Post & Beam, Converted Barn
  • Sussex De Quadrants: East of Rt 1
  • Ownership: Land Lease
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Year Renovated: 2017
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Six Burner Stove, Water Heater - Tankless, Oven/Range - Gas, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Built-Ins, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Insulated, Screens
  • Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Sliding Glass, Atrium
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Beamed Ceilings, Log Walls, Dry Wall, Wood Walls
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Partial, Garage Access, Heated, Drainage System, Sump Pump
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 3570
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2570
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 700.39
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2570
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 1000
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stick Built
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, Driveway, Attached Garage
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Propane, Sewer Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Internet Services: Cable

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Partially
  • Land Lease Amt Freq: Annually
  • Land Lease Years Remaining: 62
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 79.00 x 105.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 7405.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened, Balcony
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Ground Rent Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 2081.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3497.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 335-04.20-204.00
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/30/2023 12/30/23 For Sale $1,800,000 0.0% $700 / Sq Ft
12/18/2023 12/18/23 Sold $1,800,000 +147.3% $700 / Sq Ft
11/02/2023 11/02/23 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2012 12/15/12 Sold $728,000 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
10/22/2012 10/22/12 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2011 09/24/11 For Sale $728,000 -- --
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 $3,001 $37,850 $7,300 $30,550
2024 $2,289 $37,850 $7,300 $30,550
2023 $2,287 $37,850 $7,300 $30,550
2022 $2,208 $37,850 $7,300 $30,550
2021 $2,187 $37,850 $7,300 $30,550
2020 $2,181 $37,850 $7,300 $30,550
2019 $2,184 $37,850 $7,300 $30,550
2018 $2,040 $46,450 $0 $0
2017 $1,592 $37,850 $0 $0
2016 $1,512 $37,850 $0 $0
2015 $1,445 $37,850 $0 $0
2014 $1,434 $37,850 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DESU2053220

Bright MLS

APN: 335-04.20-204.00

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