RARE HISTORIC GEM IN THE HEART OF LEWES! Built in the 1800s, this distinctive property in Historic Lewes has a rich history, having served as a grocery store and later an art studio, before transforming into a three-level residential home that artfully blends modern luxuries with historical charm. The second level boasts an open floor plan that highlights sleek black countertops and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, seamlessly connecting to the dining and living rooms adorned with wide-plank hardwood flooring. This layout flows effortlessly into a bright primary suite featuring exposed beams and a luxurious en-suite bath. Also located on this level is an additional bedroom with its own en-suite bath. The first level includes two more bedrooms, large laundry space with half bath, and a bonus living room, while the third-level loft, complete with a full bath, finishes off the interior. Relax in the privacy of the low-maintenance rear, fenced-in patio with outdoor shower, or take just steps to the shops and dining of Downtown Lewes and the beach! With a "grandfathered" retail license conveying with the sale, this is a rare opportunity to use as a rental investment or to work & live under one roof! Make this extraordinary gem yours today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1873Year Built
2,178 sq ftLot Size
$481Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lee Ann Wilkinson• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
•302-645-6661 (broker)
Bought with SKIP FAUST• Coldwell Banker Premier - Rehoboth
Est. $2,175 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 328 Market St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DESU2115892
Aug 12, 2026
Sold
$1,260,000
$481/sq ft
Aug 3, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 15, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 10, 2026
Listed
$1,299,000
$495/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #DESU2099934
Jan 6, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Nov 5, 2025
Listed
$1,650,000
$629/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1001006732
Oct 30, 2015
Sold
$710,000
$271/sq ft
Jun 2, 2015
Listed
$749,000
$286/sq ft
+24
ART IN RESIDENCELive, work and create in the very definition of unique: this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in Historic Lewes conveys a ?grandfathered? retail license, studio and workspace on the first floor, and living space and bedrooms on the second and third floors. Built in the 1800s, home embodies historic charm and offers modern updates including a new kitchen, stainless steel appliances, new windows, remodeled bathrooms, HVAC, and more. Relax in the privacy of the low-maintenance rear, fenced-in patio or take just steps to the shops and dining of Downtown Lewes and the beach! A rare opportunity to start your small business ? call today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,144 (−0.4%)
$188,300 + $321,200
$509,500
2025
$2,152 (+163.8%)
$188,300 + $321,200
$509,500
2024
$816
$188,300 + $321,200
$509,500
2023
$815 (+3.6%)
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
2022
$787 (+0.9%)
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
2021
$779 (+0.3%)
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
2020
$777 (−0.1%)
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
2019
$778 (+7.1%)
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
2018
$727 (+4.4%)
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
2017
$696 (+5.3%)
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
2016
$661 (+77.7%)
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
2014
$372
$1,500 + $15,050
$16,550
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
26 ft.
Lot depth
90 ft.
Lot size
2,339 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1873
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
335-8.07-219.00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
R-4 (H)
Residential Medium-Density (Historic) Zone
Provide for residential development adjacent to the City's Town Center Zoning District.Amended 9-14-2020; Preserve face-to-face intimacy in an urban setting.; Preserve architecturally diverse but harmonious streetscapes.; Encourage a residential development pattern that is: Appropriate for older, densely settled sections of the City and also provides for light, air, and private open space.; Compact and urban so that nearby commercial and public services are available to residents by walking or bicycling.