259 Monroe Avenue
Lewes, DE 19958
$2,395,000
Price
4
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,900 Sq. Ft.
$614 / Sq. Ft.
3,900
Sq. Ft.
$614
per Sq. Ft.
New Construction
New Construction
Description
The ONLY opportunity available to have a home along White's Pond in Olde Town with this exceptional lot/home package offered by one of the area's premier builders, Excel Construction Group. Situated along the serene banks of Whites Pond in Olde Town, this property is a unique opportunity to embrace nature while still being in the center of it all. Nestled on one of the largest lots in the community with the banks of White's Pond to the rear and a 45-foot forested buffer to the South, you will enjoy...The ONLY opportunity available to have a home along White's Pond in Olde Town with this exceptional lot/home package offered by one of the area's premier builders, Excel Construction Group. Situated along the serene banks of Whites Pond in Olde Town, this property is a unique opportunity to embrace nature while still being in the center of it all. Nestled on one of the largest lots in the community with the banks of White's Pond to the rear and a 45-foot forested buffer to the South, you will enjoy unparalleled privacy and tranquility amidst the natural surroundings. This proposed custom home harmonizes perfectly with its picturesque setting, boasting breathtaking water views from almost every room. The definition of refined elegance, this proposed home features board and batten siding, black trimmed windows and architectural shingle roof with metal seam accents. Pull into the courtyard driveway and enter the oversized side-load garage, where convenience meets luxury. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by the grandeur of a two-story foyer, complemented by a U-shaped staircase that sets the tone for the impeccable craftsmanship throughout. Down the hall, the main living space beckons with panoramic views of White's Pond, seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor living. The expansive living area features a cozy fireplace surrounded by built in cabinets and floating bookshelves, perfect for intimate gatherings or grand entertaining. Every luxurious amenity you could imagine rounds out the rest of the main floor, including a grand first-floor primary suite, a private office, a massive Chef's kitchen, a dream Laundry/Mudroom, and a full-service Butler's pantry conveniently located next to the kitchen and across from the formal dining room. On the second level, you'll find a large bonus room leading to the massive deck with sweeping water views that's perfect for entertaining! Rest easy knowing that your guests will be comfortable with three guest bedrooms, two with their own private bathrooms and water views. Escape to the outdoors and unwind on the massive screened porch, paver patio, or second-level deck, each offering breathtaking views of the pond and lush greenery. With a full basement providing over 2500 square feet of storage or extra living space, this home is designed to exceed expectations at every turn. Built to the highest standards, rest assured that quality and craftsmanship are second to none. Should this proposed home not fit your needs, the builder can have a home custom designed to your specifications. Discover the unparalleled lifestyle offered by Olde Town at Lewes, a community boasting a pool with a pool house, walking trails, sidewalks, street lights, and direct access to the 16-mile Junction and Breakwater Trail. With proximity to local schools, Cape Henlopen State Park, and downtown shops/restaurants, experience the ultimate blend of luxury, convenience, and natural beauty. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of paradise along the banks of White's Pond. Schedule your appointment today to explore this extraordinary opportunity! Renderings are for illustrative purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the final product.
- Listed by Shawn McDonnell • Jack Lingo - LewesP: (302)-542-8591 shawn@jacklingo.com
Property Details for 259 Monroe Avenue
Tax ID Number
335-08.00-1615.00
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOAYes
Structure TypeDetached
StyleCoastal
Levels/Stories2
FurnishedNo
LISTING UPDATED: 12/17/2024 12:12 PM
Property Details for 259 Monroe Avenue
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DESU2055416 |
| Days on Market | 298 |
| Taxes | $765 / year |
| HOA Fees | $3,000 / year |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 2024 |
| Lot Size | 0.27 AC / 11,957 SF |
| County | Sussex County |
Building Information for 259 Monroe Avenue
Stories2Year Built2024Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,957 SF
Property Information for 259 Monroe Avenue
Location
Location
- In City Limits: Yes
- School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN
- School District County ID: 300200396895
- SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
- Elementary School: LEWES (SUSSEX DE)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: BEACON (SUSSEX DE)
- MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- High School: CAPE HENLOPEN (SUSSEX DE)
- HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
- County: SUSSEX
- MLS Area: Lewes Rehoboth Hundred (31009)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: Yes
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Water Body Name: Whites Pond
- Water Body Type: Pond
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Management, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal
- HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Swimming Pool, Pool - Outdoor, Jog/Walk Path
- Property Manager Y/N: Yes
- Other Fees: $100
- Other Fees Frequency: One Time
- Senior Community: No
- Capital Contribution Amount: $4,000
- Type of Condo: Home Owner Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- County Tax: $33
- City Town Tax: $409
- Zoning: R-2
- School Tax: $323
- School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
- Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Foyer, Great Room, Laundry, Loft, Mud Room, Office, Storage Room, Half Bath, Screened Porch
- Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom
Room 4
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom
Room 5
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Kitchen - Eat-in, Kitchen - Country, Lighting - Recessed, Pantry
Room 7
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Fireplace - Gas, Lighting - Recessed, Balcony Access
Room 9
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Countertop(s) - Quartz, Lighting - Recessed
Room 10
- Room Type: Loft
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Balcony Access, Attached Bathroom
Room 11
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
- Room Type: Office
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
- Room Type: Storage Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
- Room Type: Half Bath
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
- Room Type: Screened Porch
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
- Builder Name: EXCEL CONSTRUCTION GROUP
- Total Finished SQFT: 3,900.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Total SQFT: 6,487.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Block, Cement Siding, Cedar, CPVC/PVC, Shake Siding, Stick Built
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Basement Type: Full, Interior Access
- Foundation Details: Block
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Features: Adjoins - Open Space, Pond, Premium, Private
- Parcel ID: 25502593
- Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Bar, Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - Tankless
- Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, 48"+ Halls, 32"+ wide Doors
- Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), French, Insulated, Sliding Glass, Storm
- Window Features: Double Hung, Insulated, Low-E, Screens
- Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System
- Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Enclosed, Porch(es), Patio(s)
- Pool: Yes - Community
- Community Pool Features: In Ground
- Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Cable TV Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Hot Water: Tankless, Natural Gas
- Water Sewer Hookup Fee: $4,090
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Internet Services: Cable
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)
Property History for 259 Monroe Avenue
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 259 Monroe Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$89,850Additions-Total$89,850
Tax Record2023$370 ($31 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleResidentialZoningAR-1CountySUSSEXAPN335-8.00-1615.00
Schools near 259 Monroe Avenue
This home is within Cape Henlopen School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Mariner Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Cape Henlopen High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Sussex Consortium PublicPK to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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