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$759,900
4 Beds 4 Baths
HIGH STYLE LOW MAINTENANCE! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 4 bath home tucked away on a quiet and private cul-de-sac in Bay Crossing, the area’s premier 55+ community. Step inside and discover effortless living with a bright and open floor plan designed for comfort and style. The stylish kitchen features Corian countertops, center island, stainless steel appliances, and flows seamlessly into the living, dining, and sunroom—the perfect space for entertaining or enjoying a quiet morning coffee. The first-floor owner’s suite offers privacy and convenience, complete with a walk-in closet and private bath. The additional first floor bedroom offers a convenient space for your guests. Upstairs, the loft overlooks the main living areas and provides a cozy space for reading or hobbies. An additional 2nd floor bedroom and a full bath make it easy to welcome the entire family. Downstairs, the mostly finished basement expands your living options even further—with a fourth bedroom, full bath, a spacious recreation area, and walk-out stair access to the private rear patio—perfect for outdoor relaxation. The exterior is just as impressive, featuring a large screened porch overlooking the tree-lined backyard and spacious patio. The house also features new HVAC system that was installed in 2026. Located east of Route 1, this home puts you close to shopping, dining, and beaches, yet tucked away in a serene neighborhood. At Bay Crossing, you’ll enjoy maintenance-free living with lawn care, snow removal, and access to resort-style amenities—including a heated pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, bocce, and a vibrant calendar of social activities. This is the total package—style, comfort, community, and convenience—all in one stunning home.

34920 Vessel Cv, Lewes

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty. Contact: 3026456661

$160,000
3 Beds 2 Baths
Imagine coming home to this beautifully maintained 3bedroom/2 bathroom home in Sussex East, where coastal Delaware living feels like a permanent vacation! From the moment you walk in, you'll feel it: this home has been wonderfully cared for and thoughtfully updated, ready to welcome you the second you turn the key. A handicap accessible ramp leads right up to the front door, making this home as accessible as it is beautiful. Step inside to a bright, open living and dining area with soaring vaulted ceilings, just right for hosting friends and family, or just enjoying a quiet night at home. The heart of the home is a stunning kitchen you'll never want to leave, featuring crisp new white cabinets, a huge island with seating, bright skylights pouring in natural light, a big walk in pantry, and new appliances throughout. Just off the kitchen, a large family room, also with vaulted ceilings, flows into a huge sun room, the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. The owners suite offers a peaceful retreat with a large walk in closet, abundant storage, and a fully renovated bathroom featuring beautiful new tile and a large, handicap accessible shower. Two generously sized guest bedrooms share their own full renovated bathroom, offering comfort and privacy for family and visitors alike. A shed out back provides even more storage for all your beach gear and hobbies. Life in Sussex East means more than just a great home, it means joining a warm, welcoming 55+ community (up to 20% of residents can be younger) that truly feels like home. Residents enjoy a community center featuring a handicap accessible indoor pool, perfect for staying active and social year round. Step outside your door and you're just minutes from Redner's Grocery Store and Hopkins Creamery, with direct access to the Georgetown Lewes bike trail. And when the mood strikes, you're only minutes away from world class beaches and the charm of Historic Lewes, one of the First State's most beloved coastal towns. Whether you're relocating from out of state or simply ready for your next chapter, this is more than a house. It's a place to feel settled, welcomed, and truly at home. Come see it for yourself, you'll know it's right the moment you walk through the door.

13 Devon Ln, Lewes

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty. Contact: (302) 360-0300

$289,900
3 Beds 2 Baths
Sussex West is a 55-plus* community (*up to 20% of owners may be younger than 55-years-old). It is located less than 6 miles from the Lewes public beach, with the Cape Henlopen State Park beaches and the famous Rehoboth Beach boardwalk not much farther away. It’s near the State Park hiking and biking trailhead, too, if you want skip the traffic to get to downtown historic Lewes or the public beach. This 2004-built Ritzcraft home has +1,700 sq. ft. of living space & features a block foundation with a stacked-stone finish. The spacious living room opens to the formal dining area, which has a unique curved tray-ceiling & a built-in decorative niche. The large kitchen has space for a dinette set, plus it also has seating at the island and there is breakfast-bar seating in the living room. Stainless steel appliances include a natural gas range, built-in microwave, a double-door refrigerator with a water/ice dispenser, plus a disposal. There's also a walk-in pantry. The 10'x15' sunroom is just off of the kitchen, and it has its own heat & air conditioning unit for 4-season use. Popular split bedroom plan. The main bedroom with walk-in closet is en Suite: this bath has a SafeStep walk-in tub and a newer stall shower with a seat & multiple shower heads. The other two bedrooms are on the opposite side of the house & they share the second full bath, which has a tub/shower combo. The laundry room off of the kitchen is accessed via a sliding barn door. It has a full-size, side-by-side washer and dryer set. Oversized 22'x18' one-car garage with a garage-door opener. Extra driveway parking, too. Pretty gardens all around & a big backyard. Newer windows in 2025. Tankless water heater. Main house HVAC was new in 2023.T wo pets are allowed in Sussex West. The community has an indoor pool for year-round use. And there's a dog park. Other amenities include bocce ball, horseshoe pit, and an RV storage lot (storage fee). There is also a pickleball court. (Note: Family & friends may always visit you, but rentals are NOT permitted in this community). Transferable leasehold interest: Lot Rent of approx. $880.27/mt. includes trash/recycle. Homeowner pays electric, water, sewer, fuel (natural gas) & lawn maintenance. RHP, the community owner, requires an Application from the Buyer, with acceptance based on the following criteria: 1.)income verification, 2.)credit bureau score, plus evaluation of debt-to-income ratio, and 3.)criminal background check. Financing may be available to qualified borrowers from a few Lenders that specialize in installment/chattel loans for manufactured homes on leased land. Closing costs will include 3.75% real estate transfer tax (DMV Doc Fee) & a Settlement Agent Fee.

26 Whitehaven Way Unit #13, Lewes

Listing courtesy of SEA BOVA ASSOCIATES INC.. Contact: (302) 227-1222

$369,900
3 Beds 2 Baths
Welcome to this Pine Grove home tucked away in Sussex West a 55+ community, sitting on a large lot. Sellers are offering 6 months ground rent with an accepted offer. This is one of the large homes in the community and shows like a model with vinyl plank floors through out. The 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths has lot of upgrades and is move in ready with nothing to do but enjoy the home and the Delaware beaches. When entering the home you will have a warm cozy feeling this is your home, with the all season room on the front with plenty of windows and plantation shutters. The den is another room for you to entertain your guests which is right next to the kitchen that has an island, stainless steel appliances, double oven gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and Quartz counter tops. Off the den is also an office which can be used for another bedroom/closet for storage. The laundry is off the kitchen with white GE washer and dryer. There is access off the laundry room to the two car garage with plenty of storage racks and floored attic. You also have access to the back patio behind the garage. The home continues to the large living room which is open to the dining room that has plenty of windows for natural lighting. The master has a large master bath with large Roman shower, plenty of cabinets large vanity with double sink and heated mirrors. The home has two more bedroom in the back and a second bath. The third bedroom has access to a screen porch and a large utility room for more storage. Some furniture will convey with the home. You do want to put this home on your list. The community offers two pools, dog park for your furry friends. There is easy access to Lewes bike trail behind the home, beaches close by and also shopping. Buyer to do due diligence to be park approved.

48 Buckingham Dr, Lewes

Listing courtesy of Patterson-Schwartz-Rehoboth. Contact: (302) 703-6987

$199,000
3 Beds 2 Baths
Manufactured in 2000 this well-kept home has curb appeal and a private patio for your enjoyment. Open the door to the curvy archways and a Euro feel inside, featuring a neutral color palette with luxury vinyl plank flooring in the main living areas, a spacious living room, formal dining room, breakfast nook and kitchen with prep island, skylights and appliances including a new gas stove. The primary ensuite bedroom is located at the rear of the home and offers a roomy walk-in closet and connecting ensuite bath with dual sinks, a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Completing the floor plan is a second bedroom, another full bath as well as flex space for your home office, a crafting corner or additional sleeping spot. The ample laundry-mud room with garage entry completes the floor plan. Got stuff? There’s plenty of storage space and a freezer in the garage. Outside find a secluded patio ready for your grill, firepit and slower-lower sunshine. New roof (2019), the HVAC and water heater have been updated. As a resident, relax in your yard, entertain your guests and spend time with family in a community with mature landscaping, and amenities including a beautiful clubhouse, heated indoor pool, pickleball, shuffleboard, a dog park, bocce ball and a horseshoe pit. You can participate in weekly activities and monthly events and have access to the Georgetown-Lewes Trail and live only six miles from downtown Lewes. This home is perfect for a weekend stay, a vacation getaway or as your year-round home. Enjoy the community’s amenities and live life in a neighborhood close to world-class restaurants, tax-free shopping and all that life in Delaware has to offer. Don’t miss this opportunity to live life and live it here at the beach in Sussex West. At A Glance: • Site Address: 4 Mayfair Lane • MLS #DESU2111532 • Year of Home: 2000 • Make: Ritz Craft • Width: 28 Length: 58 • SQ FT: 1624 • Bedrooms: 2 Flex Room: 1 Bathrooms: 2 • Garage: Yes • Heating system: Natural Gas • Cooling system: Central • Dishwasher: Yes • Garbage disposal: Yes • Range/oven: Yes, new • Refrigerator: Yes • New Flooring • New Roof (2019) • Fresh Paint

4 Mayfair Ln, Lewes

Listing courtesy of HomeZu by Simple Choice. Contact: (855) 885-4663

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