Premier canal front lot overlooking the picturesque Lewes harbor and downtown. Experience the best of in-town Lewes living while being able to walk to all the shops, restaurants, beach, etc. and have your boat(s) at your back door. Improved by two new piers serving 3 deeded boat slips. 2 of the slips have electric boat lifts (20,000 lbs & 7,500 lbs) that were just installed in 2023. New bulkheading (installed behind original bulkhead) and new electric service were installed in 2025. Rare opportunity to own a fee-simple (non-leasehold) lot on Lewes Beach. Desirable Marine Commercial zoning provides the potential for a large residential unit above a commercial space/use (think of potential tax breaks, 1031 exchange and/or bonus depreciation opportunities). No setbacks required and 90% lot coverage permitted by MC zoning. The 42' height limit (11.5 feet higher than standard residential) provides opportunity for a rooftop deck with incredible views of the harbor, town and bay. 6-unit hotel/condo is also permitted by code with each unit can have a full kitchen and bedrooms.
Waterfront lot on Lewes & Rehoboth canal w/ 3 boat slips currently leased for the season. City of Lewes requires lower level to be 51% commercial use of improvements, 1 parking space required per 200 square feet of commercial area. 2 parking spaces required for residential above. 95% lot coverage allowed in Marine Commercial Zone, see City Code for building requirements in this district, located in flood zone.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$793 (−0.4%)
$184,500 + $3,900
$188,400
2025
$796 (+81.4%)
$184,500 + $3,900
$188,400
2024
$439
$184,500 + $3,900
$188,400
2023
$438 (+3.6%)
$6,800 + $2,100
$8,900
2022
$423 (+0.9%)
$6,800 + $2,100
$8,900
2021
$419 (+0.3%)
$6,800 + $2,100
$8,900
2020
$418 (+6.9%)
$6,800 + $2,100
$8,900
2018
$391 (+4.4%)
$6,800 + $2,100
$8,900
2017
$374 (+5.4%)
$6,800 + $2,100
$8,900
2016
$355 (+5.3%)
$6,800 + $2,100
$8,900
2014
$337
$6,800 + $2,100
$8,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
118 ft.
Lot size
5,898 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Other
County
Sussex County
APN
335-8.08-10.00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
MC
Marine Commercial Zone
Preserve the City's historic connection to the sea by: Encouraging a mix of retail and residential uses that complement and support a marina.; Ensuring that the character and scale of development in the zone is compatible with a marina.; Prohibiting the establishment of and the continuation of industrial uses not compatible with the characteristics of a Marine Commercial Zone.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Bank
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Single unit
Office
Public service
Museum / gallery
Shopping centers
Park & open space
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Federal Flood Zone
Federal Flood Zone: AE6
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Bulkheaded, Cleared
Lot Size Dimensions: 50.00 x 100
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Navigable Water
Has Water View
Water Frontage In Feet: 50
Tidal Water: Yes
Land Information
Current Use: Vacant
Possible Use: Residential, Retail, Hotel/Motel, Commercial
Farm Information
Farm Land Preservation: No
Dock Information
Dock Type and Features: Multiple Slip, Private, Hoist/Lift Electric
Dock/Slip Conveyance: Deeded
# of Docks: 2
Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $701
County Tax: $81
School Tax: $715
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $1,497
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
100 Amp Service
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Phone Available, Cable TV Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: East of Rt 1
Directions: Savannah Road to Anglers Road. Lot on left fronting on the canal.
Location Type: Canal
Road Responsibility: City/County
Road Surface Type: Black Top
Waterfrontage Information
Water Access Features: Private Access
Water Access
Private Dock Site
On Waterfront
Water Oriented
Water Body Type: Canal
Water Body Name: Lewes/Rehoboth Canal
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,898 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 335-8.08-10.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
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Schools
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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Frederick D Thomas Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
Cape Henlopen High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Climate risks
10/10 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
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 18 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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