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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lewes

Lewes, DE has 9 affordable and income-based rental properties offering 308 total units. Only 13 percent of residents rent here (Census ACS 5-Year), so affordable options are limited, but the properties that exist show a strong inspection track record. This page brings together key details to help renters evaluate every available community.

9
Properties
308
Total units
81/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$381/mo

Affordability in Lewes, DE

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median household income in Lewes is $96,393 annually, while the median gross rent is $381 per month. With renters making up just 13% of households, the affordable and income-based units available here serve a small but important share of the local housing market.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
162 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Lewes Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 31 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Lewes

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Lewes scores a 31 out of 100, described as Car-Dependent, meaning most errands require a car. The area earns a Bike Score of 51 out of 100, suggesting biking is a reasonable option for some trips. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
6 schools · 1 districts

Schools

6 schools across 1 district serve Lewes, including 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$96,393 median income

Cost of Living in Lewes, DE

The median household income in Lewes is $96,393 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Only 13% of residents rent, reflecting a housing market that skews heavily toward homeownership and can make affordable rental options harder to find.

The median rent in Lewes is $381 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Income-based housing in the area -- such as the 148 units across 6 HUD-assisted or LIHTC properties tracked by Lease Lantern -- can offer a significant advantage for eligible renters in this market.

Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment

All 6 affordable housing properties in Lewes have been mapped for flood risk, and none are classified as high-risk. Lewes is a coastal community, but according to this flood mapping data, the assisted housing inventory here carries no high-risk flood designations.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 81/100(5 of 9 scored)
90+ (3)70–89 (1)<60 (1)No score (4)

9 properties on the map

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About Affordable Housing in Lewes, DE

Lewes is a small coastal city in Delaware with a modest but notable inventory of income-based rental housing. With 6 HUD-assisted properties and 148 total units, affordable options exist here, and the majority of scored properties rate well -- 3 of 5 scored buildings earned an excellent rating according to HUD inspection data.

Lewes sits in a predominantly owner-occupied community. According to the Census ACS 5-Year (as of 2024), just 13 percent of households rent, and the median household income is $96,393 annually. For renters who qualify for assisted housing, that context matters when navigating costs and availability in this area.

All 6 properties in Lewes have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall into a high-risk flood zone -- a reassuring finding for a coastal community.

Getting around Lewes without a car can be a challenge. According to Walk Score, the city scores 31 (Car-Dependent), though a bike score of 51 suggests cycling is a more viable option for some trips.

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024), the Lewes Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 residents.

Lewes is served by 6 public schools -- 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools -- within 1 district, according to NCES Common Core of Data.

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Eligibility & how to apply

Delaware income limits (2026)Delaware public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Delaware

Helpful guides

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