A LEWES HOME FOR THE PRICE OF A CONDO. Single level luxury in a social community, basking in celebrated proximity: 1.5 miles to downtown Lewes by bike; 2.1 miles to Lewes Beach by bike; 3.3 miles to Cape Henlopen State Park by bike; 5.3 miles to Rehoboth Beach boardwalk by bike; walk to the community center, fitness room and swimming pool(s). With soaring ceilings and an abundance of natural light, 16608 Shoal Road is effortless, open concept living at its best. Garnished with an entertaining paver patio, a deep back yard, and open space provides a sense of uncommon privacy, not often found in Breakwater, Senators & Governors.
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$391Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by SKIP FAUST• Coldwell Banker Resort Realty - Rehoboth
•302-227-5000 (broker)
Bought with Bill Lyons Jr• BHHS Fox & Roach-Greenville
Better than new home in the amenity rich community of Breakwater! This well maintained rancher features 3BR, 2BA, open floor plan, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, gas fireplace, master suite with his and her closets, mud room, 2 car garage, front porch, and rear paver patio. Windows in every room provide an abundance of natural light. Community amenities include outdoor pool, community center, fitness center, tot lot & more! Just steps to the Junction Breakwater Trail giving you access to in-town Lewes and Rehoboth Beach!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,294 (−0.4%)
$115,350 + $192,100
$307,450
2025
$1,299 (−22.5%)
$115,350 + $192,100
$307,450
2024
$1,676
$115,350 + $192,100
$307,450
2023
$1,674 (+3.6%)
$9,000 + $25,000
$34,000
2022
$1,616 (+8.1%)
$9,000 + $25,000
$34,000
2021
$1,495 (+0.3%)
$9,000 + $25,000
$34,000
2020
$1,491 (+36.4%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2019
$1,093 (−21.6%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2018
$1,394 (+49.1%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2017
$935 (+21.8%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2016
$768 (+7.4%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2014
$715
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
Tax history for 16608 Shoal Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,294 (−0.4%)
$115,350 + $192,100
$307,450
2025
$1,299 (−22.5%)
$115,350 + $192,100
$307,450
2024
$1,676
$115,350 + $192,100
$307,450
2023
$1,674 (+3.6%)
$9,000 + $25,000
$34,000
2022
$1,616 (+8.1%)
$9,000 + $25,000
$34,000
2021
$1,495 (+0.3%)
$9,000 + $25,000
$34,000
2020
$1,491 (+36.4%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2019
$1,093 (−21.6%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2018
$1,394 (+49.1%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2017
$935 (+21.8%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2016
$768 (+7.4%)
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
2014
$715
$9,000 + $22,750
$31,750
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
119 ft.
Lot depth
130 ft.
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,681
Year built
2009
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
335-8.00-789.00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
MR
Medium-Density Residential
The purpose of this district is to provide for medium-density residential development in areas which are or which are expected to become generally urban in character, but where sanitary sewers and public water supplies may or may not be available at the time of construction, together with such churches, recreational facilities and accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with residential surroundings. The district is located to protect existing development of this character and contains vacant land considered appropriate for such development in the future.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Concrete Driveway
# of Open Parking Spaces: 4
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater