Rare Waterfront Opportunity in South Bethany! Welcome to 145 Petherton Drive, a prime 50' x 100' canalfront lot offering the perfect canvas for your dream beach home. Nestled in the quiet, sought-after community of South Bethany, this property presents endless potential—renovate the existing cottage or build new and take full advantage of the stunning waterfront setting. Boaters will appreciate the existing private dock and the rare bonus of a private boat ramp—a unique feature in South Bethany! Enjoy direct canal access to the Assawoman Bay right from your backyard, making for effortless days on the water filled with fishing, crabbing, or simply cruising the inland waterways. Located just a short stroll to South Bethany’s guarded, uncrowded beaches, this property offers the best of both worlds—tranquil canal living and quick access to the sand and surf. You’ll also love the proximity to local dining, shopping, and all the coastal attractions that make South Bethany a cherished beach destination. Whether you’re dreaming of a modern coastal getaway or an investment in a thriving beach town, 145 Petherton Drive is a rare opportunity to own a slice of waterfront paradise.
Pending
Price cut: $151K (7/24)
$999,000
145 Petherton Dr, Bethany Beach, DE 19930
3beds
1,417sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$705/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 10:35am
Listed by:
Michele Petrillo 301-518-2130,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. (302) 539-9040,
Co-Listing Agent: Adam Ksebe 302-864-8643,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2085216

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Table Space, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,417
- Total interior livable area: 1,417 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,417
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway, On Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Boat Storage, Outdoor Shower
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal
- Waterfront features: Boat/Launch Ramp - Private, Private Dock Site, Canal, Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 50
Lot
- Size: 4,792 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 13417.19115.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Frame, Mixed
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Bethany Harbor
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bethany Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $705/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $28,100
- Annual tax amount: $581
- Date on market: 5/23/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Inclusions: Furnished & Equipped As Shown
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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