Bay Crossing averages ~$662K — the highest price among Lewes 55+ communities. The east-of-Route-1 location is the driver. Here is the full monthly cost at three price points and the honest math on whether 3 miles vs 12 miles to the beach is worth the premium.
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Talk to a Specialist →Bay Crossing at $662K vs Four Seasons at The Estuary at $480K represents a $182K purchase price gap. At 20% down, that is $36,400 more at closing and approximately $832/month more in mortgage cost at 6.5%. Operating costs (HOA, property tax, insurance) are broadly similar because Sussex County tax rates are uniform. The premium is entirely in the purchase price, not the ongoing operations.
The question buyers must answer honestly: does a 3-mile beach drive vs a 12-mile beach drive change how I will actually use the beach in my retirement? Daily walkers say yes. Monthly visitors say no. There is no abstract right answer.
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