Introducing 16645 Shoal Road in the beautifully manicured and established Lewes community - Breakwater. Breakwater's resort style amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center, clubhouse and tot lot and are sure to appeal to one and all! The community's superb, East of Route 1, location is also hard to beat, just minutes from the beaches, Cape Henlopen State Park, the Breakwater Junction Bike Trail, Fisherman's Wharf, and Downtown Historic Lewes. There is truly so much to offer right outside the front door! Perfectly placed on a spacious 14,000 +/- square foot, corner lot, the pristine landscaping, custom landscape lighting, and stone facade create a welcoming curb appeal. The home's 12' ceilings, glistening hardwood floors, elegant fixtures, and custom moldings throughout are sure to make an impression upon entering 16645 Shoal Road. Complete with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a unique split floorplan including 3 bedrooms and 3 baths on the first level, a separate office or den, formal dining room, gourmet eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances, grand breakfast bar, plenty of storage and a butler's pantry too! The family room is decorated with beautifully crafted built-ins and an elegant gas fireplace with stone surround. The master suite offers classic tray ceilings, dual walk-in closets and an en-suite bath complete with soaking tub, dual vanities, vaulted ceilings and a tiled walk in shower. This elegant property also offers finished 2nd floor bonus area, complete with a full bath and large closets. This room would be the ideal in-law suite or guest quarters offering the utmost privacy. The outdoor living is just as elegant including a spacious screened porch (10' x 23'), partial fencing, privacy plantings in place and spacious side yard too! Additional details that make this home spectacular include a natural gas, NEW Roof in 2018, NEW 2nd level Heat Pump in 2018, security system, BOSE surround sound system, side entry garage, and conditioned and unconditioned attic storage. The list of reasons you should tour this home today is endless!
The Charlevoix model w/ split flr plan & 2nd flr bonus rm. Upgrades include Hardie-plank siding, a gourmet kit. w/ granite cntrs & ss appl. , tile & hardwd flring, ceiling fans in all rooms, stone fplace w/ raised hrth & built-in bookshelves, & custom carpentry. Comm. pool, sidewalks, & near bike path.
BRIGHT MLS #1000943500
May 13, 2008
Sold
$652,476
$217/sq ft
Oct 8, 2007
Listed
$652,476
$217/sq ft
The Charlevoix built in Breakwater with second floor bonus room
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,690 (−0.4%)
$119,550 + $281,950
$401,500
2025
$1,696 (−30.6%)
$119,550 + $281,950
$401,500
2024
$2,442
$119,550 + $281,950
$401,500
2023
$2,440 (+3.6%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2022
$2,355 (+0.9%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2021
$2,333 (+0.3%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2020
$2,326 (−0.1%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2019
$2,330 (+7.1%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2018
$2,176 (+4.4%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2017
$2,084 (+5.3%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2016
$1,979 (+43.7%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2014
$1,377
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
Tax history for 16645 Shoal Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,690 (−0.4%)
$119,550 + $281,950
$401,500
2025
$1,696 (−30.6%)
$119,550 + $281,950
$401,500
2024
$2,442
$119,550 + $281,950
$401,500
2023
$2,440 (+3.6%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2022
$2,355 (+0.9%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2021
$2,333 (+0.3%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2020
$2,326 (−0.1%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2019
$2,330 (+7.1%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2018
$2,176 (+4.4%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2017
$2,084 (+5.3%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2016
$1,979 (+43.7%)
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
2014
$1,377
$9,000 + $40,550
$49,550
*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
4
Baths
5
Stories
1
Lot width
141 ft.
Lot depth
96 ft.
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,763
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
335-8.00-821.00
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
Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Stone
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Property Manager Present
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good, Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Builder Name: Schell Brothers
Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Stick Built, Stone
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Screens
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler
Fencing: Partially
Pool Information
Community Pool Features: Fenced, In Ground
Community Pool
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Road Frontage, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 141.00 x 96.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,000
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Annual Amount: $2,175
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2018
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Circuit Breakers
Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Private
Location
Homeowners Association Information
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Management, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Club House, Common Grounds, Exercise Room, Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool
HOA Fee: $2,176
HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: LEWES
Middle Or Junior School: BEACON
High School: CAPE HENLOPEN
School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN
Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: 3rd Party
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: East of Rt 1
Cross Street: Overfalls
Directions: Coastal Highway to Kings Highway. Make Right onto Gills Neck Road. Left into Breakwater. At Circle, take 2nd right. Road dead ends to house. The driveway is on the left on Shoal Road.
Location Type: Corner Lot/Unit
Road Responsibility: Private
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,763
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 335-8.00-821.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
Frederick D Thomas Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
Cape Henlopen High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lewes, DE • 19958
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
5.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$902,000 – $1.09M
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