HOUSE FOR SAT 2/21 is CANCELLED. Ideally located east of Coastal Highway in the highly sought-after Breakwater community, this popular sun-filled Kingfisher model offers the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and coastal convenience. Adjacent to the scenic Junction and Breakwater Trail and just minutes from downtown Lewes shopping, dining, and beaches, the location is truly exceptional. This beautifully maintained home features a gourmet kitchen ideal for entertaining, 3–4 spacious bedrooms, and expansive living areas enhanced by an abundance of windows that flood the home with natural sunlight. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the entire first floor, creating warmth and continuity. Extensive crown molding and detailed trimwork throughout the home add architectural elegance and a refined finish. Ceiling fans and upgraded light fixtures are thoughtfully placed throughout, enhancing both comfort and design. There are so many upgrades throughout, including a central vacuum system for effortless cleaning, wiring in place for future solar panels, and a lawn irrigation system to keep the landscape lush and vibrant. The versatile first-floor flex room, accented with plantation shutters, provides the perfect space for a large home office, music room, studio, or additional lounge area, offering the flexibility of today’s lifestyle demands. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat and also features plantation shutters, along with custom closet organizers and a well-appointed bath complete with a tile shower and a well-appointed soaking tub. A large laundry room adds everyday convenience and functionality. The second floor offers a generous loft providing additional living space, two large bedrooms, a full bath, and an additional flex room that can easily serve as a fourth bedroom, exercise room, or hobby space. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the home features a screened porch enhanced with skylights, ideal for entertaining with friends or enjoying a quiet afternoon with a good book. Step outside to the beautifully designed paver patio complete with a wood-burning fireplace and built-in grill, perfect for year-round gatherings. The private backyard backs to community common space, offering added privacy and a serene setting, and includes a large outdoor shower, ideal after a day at the beach. This exceptional home combines thoughtful upgrades, sun-drenched interiors, refined architectural details, spacious living, and an unbeatable location in one of Lewes’ most desirable communities.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$381Price/Sq.Ft.
$220/moHOA Dues
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Carol Materniak• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•302-645-6100 (broker)
Bought with Cindy Souza• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Est. $4,056 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 16622 Shoal Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DESU2105144
Mar 31, 2026
Sold
$990,000
$381/sq ft
Feb 21, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 20, 2026
Listed
$965,000
$371/sq ft
Feb 15, 2026
Coming Soon
$965,000
$371/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1001571860
Aug 30, 2018
Sold
$620,000
$238/sq ft
Jul 23, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Apr 2, 2018
Listed
$630,000
$242/sq ft
+45
Meticulously maintained home in highly desirable Breakwater community - 1 mile to downtown Lewes & only 2 miles to the beach. Bike trails to Lewes & Rehoboth are steps from the Community. Popular Kingfisher model backing up to the Breakwater Junction Trail offers privacy & solitude. Abundance of windows surround the open floorplan & boast Plantation Shutters. Gourmet Kitchen with double oven & gas cooktop. Study or music room off the foyer. Large Great Room w/ natural gas granite fireplace. Beautiful colors & great appointments, central vac, wired for Solar Panels & "his and her" walk-in custom closets in Owners Suite with soaking tub and shower. Second floor offers loft, 2nd & 3rd bedrooms with hall bath & large storage room. Paved courtyard & screened in porch, lawn irrigation. Community offers a pool, grill, large fitness center, & playground. The Breakwater Social Committee provides many activities for Homeowners choosing to participate. Just move in & enjoy living at the Beach!
BRIGHT MLS #1001196560
Nov 2, 2012
Sold
$526,900
$203/sq ft
Nov 2, 2012
Listed
$526,900
$203/sq ft
King Fisher Model. ENERGY STAR CERT. GRANITE, TILE & HARDWOOD STANDARD. OPTIONAL SUNROOM, DECK, SCREENED PORCH, FINISHED BASEMENT, EXPANDED ROOM SIZES AVAILABLE. COMMUNITY POOL, FITNESS CENTER & PLAYGROUND. CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN LEWES & EASY ACCESS TO LEWES-REHOBOTH BEACH BIKE TRAIL.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,553 (−0.4%)
$116,500 + $252,650
$369,150
2025
$1,559 (−32.7%)
$116,500 + $252,650
$369,150
2024
$2,317
$116,500 + $252,650
$369,150
2023
$2,315 (+3.6%)
$9,000 + $38,000
$47,000
2022
$2,234 (+0.9%)
$9,000 + $38,000
$47,000
2021
$2,213 (+0.3%)
$9,000 + $38,000
$47,000
2020
$2,207 (−0.1%)
$9,000 + $38,000
$47,000
2019
$2,210 (+7.1%)
$9,000 + $38,000
$47,000
2018
$2,064 (+4.4%)
$9,000 + $38,000
$47,000
2017
$1,977 (+6.1%)
$9,000 + $38,000
$47,000
2016
$1,863 (+5.4%)
$9,000 + $37,650
$46,650
2014
$1,767
$9,000 + $37,650
$46,650
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
65 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,131
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
335-8.00-795.00
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 Door Opener, Additional Storage Area