New homes in Southern Delaware
New homes in Lewes, DE
Lewes, the First Town in the First State, sits where Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic. Its walkable historic downtown, Cape Henlopen State Park, the Cape May-Lewes Ferry and the Junction & Breakwater Trail make it one of the most sought-after places to live at the Delaware beaches, with Rehoboth Beach a short drive south.
Anchors Run
From $503,900
Only about 7 miles from both Lewes Beach and Rehoboth Beach, with tax-free shopping and great restaurants minutes away.
Carrington
From $749,900
An intimate five-homesite community in Lewes with a natural backdrop. Homesites of three-quarters of an acre to more than an acre, bordered by mature trees on two sides…
Floor plans & prices
Homes you can build in Lewes
Every Insight floor plan offered in Lewes, with the lowest current starting price and the community where you'll find it.
- The Lloyd1,712–2,760 sq ft · 3–5 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $503,900
- The Brenner1,975–2,489 sq ft · 3–4 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $553,100
- The Cartwright1,821–3,817 sq ft · 3–5 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $565,100
- The Whatley1,979–3,590 sq ft · 3–6 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $576,100
- The Jerry2,140–3,401 sq ft · 3–6 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $632,100
- The Nelson2,405–3,941 sq ft · 3–5 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $659,300
- The Frank2,572–3,010 sq ft · 4–5 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $663,300
- The Reston2,484–3,266 sq ft · 3–6 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $687,300
- The Peterman II3,145–3,735 sq ft · 4–6 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $755,500
- The Kramer3,167–4,277 sq ft · 3–6 BR · at Anchors RunFrom $828,500
Prices as shown on itsjustabetterhouse.com on October 5, 2026 and subject to change; contact Eric for current details.
Schools & community data
Schools and facts for Lewes
Assigned schools differ by community. These come from Delaware's official School Locator; each community page has the full list and board of education links.
Schools by community
Census snapshot
| Area | Population | Median age | Household income | Own their home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewes | 3,505 | 67.2 | $96,393 | 87% |
| Sussex County | 255,626 | 51.9 | $81,497 | 82% |
| Delaware | 1,021,191 | 41.6 | $84,954 | 73% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Household income is the median.
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