30849 Buttonwood Drive

Lewes, DE
$ 495,000 Beds 6 Baths 3 Sq 2,838
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Imagine the ultimate coastal restoration project in Lewes, Delaware: a sprawling, six-bedroom colonial canvas on a prime 0.44-acre lot, waiting for a talented visionary or investor to breathe new life into its impressive bones. Nestled in the highly coveted neighborhood of Edgewater Estates near the scenic waters of Red Mill Pond, 30849 Buttonwood Drive stands as a monumental opportunity in the award-winning Cape Henlopen School District. With an expansive 2,838 finished square feet of living space, this home is rough around the edges and sold strictly in as-is condition, but it is primed for a stunning transformation that will yield exceptional long-term upside. Step past the classic faade and design a masterpiece: the main floor features a highly functional traditional layout with a formal dining room, country kitchen, light-filled breakfast nook, first-floor laundry room, and a highly desirable main-level primary bedroom suite. Upstairs, discover additional generously sized bedrooms, a dedicated craft room/photo lab space, and a massive walk-in attic offering superb storage or further customization potential. While the property requires a complete interior cosmetic overhaul, a new rear deck, and exterior repainting, the most expensive mechanical heavy-lifting is already done, anchored by two high-efficiency Lennox HVAC heat pump zones installed in 2020 and 2021. Outside, the premium lot accommodates an attached side-entry two-car garage, mature trees, and a spacious backyard ready for custom landscaping. Located just minutes from historic downtown Lewes, pristine Cape Henlopen State Park beaches, tax-free retail shopping, and popular local boating access, this fixer-upper is the perfect entry point to the Delaware coastal market for DIY homeowners and experienced flippers alike. Bring your contractor, unlock the immense equity hidden within this grand structure, and draft the next chapter of this coastal Lewes estate! Please note that active, working security cameras are present on-site.

ACTIVE

  • Price
  • $ 495,000
  • City
  • Lewes
  • Bedrooms
  • 6
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • SUSSEX
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lewes Rehoboth Hundred
  • Lot Size
  • 0.44 Acres
  • Zip
  • 19958
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,838
  • Year Built
  • 1986
  • Taxes
  • $ 976
  • Style
  • Colonial
  • MLS#
  • DESU2112934
Listed By: Brandon L Hohrein with Keller Williams Realty Central-Delaware - 3026770020;
Data Source: Bright MLS

Features

General

Living Area 2838
Sewer On Site Septic
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Possession Settlement
Roof Shingle
Appliances Dishwasher,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Oven/Range - Electric,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Heater
Zoning AR-2
Garage Spaces 2.00
Patio/Porch Features Enclosed,Deck(s)
Architectural Style Colonial
Security Features Surveillance Sys
Construction Materials Frame
School District CAPE HENLOPEN
Year Built 1986
Levels 2
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Building Name NONE AVAILABLE
Accessibility None
County SUSSEX
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name EDGEWATER ESTATES
Garage Y/N Yes
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade,Below Grade
Transportation Bus Stop less than 1 mile,Commuter Lots less than 5 miles
Full Baths 3
Status ACTIVE
Directions From the Five Points intersection in Lewes,travel north on Route 1 (Coastal Highway). Turn left onto Minos Conaway Road and follow it to the entrance of Edgewater Estates,turning right onto Edgewater
City LEWES
Association Name UNKNOWN
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area Lewes Rehoboth Hundred (31009)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 19166.00
Tax Annual Amount 976.0
Home Warranty Y/N Yes
Property Condition Below Average,Major Rehab Needed
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N No
Bathrooms Full Main Level 2
Bathrooms Count Main Level 2.00
Above Grade Unfin SQFT 554
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 174.42
Acceptable Financing Conventional,FHA 203(k),Cash
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Total SQFT 3392
Sussex DE Quadrants Between Rt 1 & 113
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
Legal Subdivision EDGEWATER ESTATES
Association Recreation Fee No

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Attic,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Dining Area,Entry Level Bedroom,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Country,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Table Space,Primary
Heating Fuel Electric
Flooring Carpet
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Fireplace - Glass Doors,Wood
Hot Water Other
Basement (Y/N) No
Heating Y/N Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 2838
Central Air Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 6
Room Type Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Bedroom 5,Kitchen,Foyer,Breakfast Room,Laundry,Photo Lab/Darkroom,Bedroom 6,Bathroom 1,Primary Bathroom
Main Level Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Laundry Type Dryer In Unit,Main Floor,Washer In Unit
Below Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels 2
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 2
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 1
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels 1
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 1.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels 1
Above Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Above Grade Unfin SQFT Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Gutter System
Pool No Pool
Water Source Private
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Features Garage - Side Entry,Inside Access
Type of Parking Attached Garage
Land Use Code 1 1
Foundation Details Crawl Space
Water View Y/N No
Lot Dimensions 135.00 x 145.00
Lot Size Acres 0.44
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N No
Horse Y/N No
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No
# of Attached Garage Spaces 2
LotDimensionsSource Assessor

Room Details

Bathroom 1 # 2 Main
Bathroom 1 Upper 1
Bedroom 2 Main
Bedroom 3 Main
Bedroom 4 Main
Bedroom 5 Upper 1
Bedroom 6 Upper 1
Breakfast Room Main
Dining Room Main
Foyer Main
Kitchen Main
Laundry Main
Living Room Main
Photo Lab/Darkroom Upper 1
Primary Bathroom Main
Primary Bedroom Main

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Selbyville, DE office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Lewes Elementary School
Middle School Frederick D. Thomas Middle School
High School Cape Henlopen High School

Price History

5/29/2026 Listed $545,000
6/19/2026 2% - $535,000
7/19/2026 2% - $525,000
8/6/2026 5% - $500,000
9/26/2026 1% - $495,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 19958

Price
AVG $940K
$500K
Taxes
AVG $1,784
$976
Year Built
AVG 2007
1986
Visits
AVG 794
719
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30849 Buttonwood Drive Lewes, DE is a Single Family Home for sale at $495000 with 2838 sqft and a lot size of 0.44 Acres Acre(s). 30849 Buttonwood Drive Lewes has 6 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1986. The property's zip code is 19958 which is in Lewes, DE

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