202 W 3rd Street Lewes, DE 19958
Listing Courtesy of: BRIGHT IDX / Listed By: Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Penfed Realty

  202 W 3rd Street Lewes, DE 19958

Active (125 Days)
$849,900 (USD)
3
BED
2
BATH
1,929
SQFT

Description

LEWES LIFESTYLE - Experience the quintessential Lewes lifestyle from the heart of the Historic District at the renowned “Metcalf House,” a circa 18th-century residence rich in architectural character and local history. Originally evolving over time from three separate homes into one distinctive property, this unique residence offers an exceptional opportunity for restoration, preservation, and personalization. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood flooring throughout, exposed beams, two wood-burning fireplaces, a private brick patio, and fenced yard, the home showcases timeless historic charm with endless potential. Eligible historical property restoration tax credits may be available for qualifying renovations, creating added value for preservation enthusiasts, investors, or buyers seeking a one-of-a-kind historic coastal home. Ideally located just steps from Second Street’s restaurants, boutiques, and galleries, as well as Canalfront Park, with easy bike access to the beach and Delaware Bay, this is a rare opportunity to own an iconic piece of Lewes history.

MLS #:
DESU2110188
Taxes
$2,319(2025)
Lot Size
4,144 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Building Name
None Available
Year Built
1740
Style
Farmhouse/National Folk
School District
Cape Henlopen
County
Sussex County

Listed By

Lee Ann Wilkinson, Lewes East
Source
BRIGHT IDX
Last checked Sep 20 2026 at 9:17 PM EDT
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
  • Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Washer
  • Refrigerator
  • Water Heater
  • Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Exhaust Fan
  • Oven/Range - Electric
  • Range Hood
  • Exposed Beams
  • Formal/Separate Dining Room
Lot Information
  • Corner
Property Features
  • Above Grade
  • Below Grade
  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
Heating and Cooling
  • Baseboard - Electric
  • Window Unit(s)
Flooring
  • Vinyl
  • Hardwood
Exterior Features
  • Cedar
  • Stick Built
  • Roof: Shingle
Utility Information
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Fuel: Electric
Parking
  • Dirt Driveway
  • Unpaved
  • Private
Stories
  • 2
Living Area
  • 1,929 sqft

Listing Price History

Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
Sep 04, 2026
Price Changed
$849,900
-2%
-$20,000
Jun 26, 2026
Price Changed
$869,900
-3%
-$30,000
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