$999,000
PENDING

145 Petherton Dr Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Estimated payment $5,481/month

Total Views 40,780
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,417 Sq Ft
$705 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 50 Feet of Waterfront
  • 1 Dock Slip
  • Boat Ramp
  • Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
  • Parking available for a boat
  • Fishing Allowed

About This Home

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.

Listing Agent

Michele Petrillo

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #634304 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Co-Listing Agent

ADAM KSEBE

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $581

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50.00 x 100.00
  • 50 Feet of Waterfront
  • Home fronts navigable water
  • Home fronts a canal
  • East Facing Home
  • Property is in average condition
  • Property is zoned TN

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,417 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Furnished
  • Window Treatments
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Canal Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • 3 Driveway Spaces
  • On-Street Parking
  • Parking available for a boat

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Canoe or Kayak Water Access
  • Private Water Access
  • Property is near a canal
  • Boat Ramp
  • 1 Dock Slip
  • Physical Dock Slip Conveys
  • Dock Against Bulkhead
  • 1 Powered Boats Permitted
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding

Location

  • Flood Risk

Schools

  • Indian River High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 134-17.19-115.00

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • South Bethany Harbor Subdivision

Recreation

  • Fishing Allowed

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$581

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Sussex De Quadrants: Between Rt 1 & 113
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Inclusions: FURNISHED & EQUIPPED AS SHOWN
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 5/23/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Federal Flood Zone: Yes
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Building Winterized: No
  • Remarks Public: 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.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: No
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room Count: 6
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1417
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1417
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 705.01
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1417
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 145

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Block, Frame, Mixed
  • Exterior Features: Boat Storage, Outside Shower, Outbuilding(s)
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • View: Canal
  • Water Access Features: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Type: Canal
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 50

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Cable Tv Available, Phone Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: INDIAN RIVER
  • High School: INDIAN RIVER
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 300200396898
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • High School: INDIAN RIVER

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Use Code: 999
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4792.00
  • Property Condition: Average
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: TN
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Yes
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 518.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 581.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 134-17.19-115.00
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

Multi Family

  • Waterfront Features: Boat/Launch Ramp - Private, Private Dock Site

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: INDIAN RIVER

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $581 $14,050 $5,000 $9,050
2023 $580 $14,050 $5,000 $9,050
2022 $571 $14,050 $5,000 $9,050
2021 $554 $14,050 $5,000 $9,050
2020 $528 $14,050 $5,000 $9,050
2019 $526 $14,050 $5,000 $9,050
2018 $531 $14,050 $0 $0
2017 $536 $14,050 $0 $0
2016 $472 $14,050 $0 $0
2015 $487 $14,050 $0 $0
2014 $479 $14,050 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Price Changed $999,000 -13.1% $705 / Sq Ft
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Price Changed $1,150,000 -4.1% $812 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $1,199,000 -- $846 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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APN: 134-17.19-115.00