Seller's Agent in 2025
Shelby Smith
Long & Foster
(856) 236-0469
6 in this area
126 Total Sales
309 W 2nd St Bethany Beach, DE 19930
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,083
Sq Ft
4,792
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- 50 Feet of Waterfront
- 1 Boat Dock
- Bay View
- Lord Baltimore Elementary School Rated A-
- Fishing Allowed
- Open Floorplan
About This Home
As of September 2025Looking for a spacious waterfront home with beautiful views of the canal and Jefferson Creek? Welcome to 309 W 2nd St in South Bethany, offering a fantastic open floor plan and your own private dock so you can jump on your boat or kayak whenever you want! This home features an inverted floor plan to capture all of the best water and sunset views from the large, open great room. The kitchen flows off the living space and features granite countertops, pantry storage with pull out drawers and a small deck for easy access to grilling. Enjoy beautiful views of Jefferson Creek from the kitchen and balcony while cooking! Once your meal is ready, step out onto the screened porch to enjoy your food without worrying about bugs. For added convenience, a dumbwaiter opens to all 3 floors to assist in getting groceries and other items from floor to floor. The primary bedroom is also located on the top floor with views of Jefferson Creek and access to the front balcony. The ensuite bathroom features two sinks, a tiled walk-in shower and a separate soaking tub. On the 2nd floor you will find a large family room offering the perfect space for guests to spread out and enjoy their vacation, while still taking in great views! Walk out to the covered porch on this level and enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine while watching the spectacular sunsets. Three guest bedrooms are located on this level, all offering water views! Downstairs in the entry way, you will find 2 closets for extra storage and access to the covered parking areas on each side of the home as well as the back deck. A locked storage room outside provides a great space to store bikes, beach chairs, or any other beach and water toys. The deck is a perfect place to soak up the sun, go fishing, or jump on your boat and be at one of many waterfront restaurants in Fenwick and OC in no time at all. Life on the water really is the best! Want to go to the beach? One of the perks of living in South Bethany are the uncrowded beaches - it is a nice change from the crowds in downtown Bethany!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(302) 539-9040 Shelby@SeasideSeven.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #RS-0024052 Listed on: 08/01/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,462
Year Built
- Built in 1991
Lot Details
- 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
- 50 Feet of Waterfront
- Home fronts navigable water
- Home fronts a canal
Parking
- Driveway
Property Views
- Bay
- Canal
- Creek or Stream
Home Design
- Coastal Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Piling Construction
- Stick Built Home
Interior Spaces
- 3,083 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Canoe or Kayak Water Access
- Property is near a canal
- 1 Boat Dock
- Private Dock Site
- Dock made with Treated Lumber
- Powered Boats Permitted
- Balcony
- Deck
- Screened Patio
- Porch
Location
- Flood Risk
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Propane Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- No Smoking Allowed
- Assessor Parcel Number 134-20.07-1.04
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- South Bethany Harbor Subdivision
Recreation
- Fishing Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2025
Closed on
Sep 3, 2025
Sold by
Desantis Joan
Bought by
Crowley Ayse U and Crowley Kenneth R
Seller's Agent
Shelby Smith
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
JENNIFER SMITH
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,349,000
Sold Price
$1,560,000
Premium/Discount to List
$211,000
15.64%
Views
42
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,163
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.85%
Original Mortgage
$1,092,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,092,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$473,163
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,560,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | $1,560,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,092,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | Sold | $1,560,000 | +15.6% | $506 / Sq Ft |
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | For Sale | $1,349,000 | -- | $438 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,596 | $36,750 | $5,250 | $31,500 |
| 2024 | $1,520 | $36,750 | $5,250 | $31,500 |
| 2023 | $1,518 | $36,750 | $5,250 | $31,500 |
| 2022 | $1,493 | $36,750 | $5,250 | $31,500 |
| 2021 | $1,449 | $36,750 | $5,250 | $31,500 |
| 2020 | $1,382 | $36,750 | $5,250 | $31,500 |
| 2019 | $1,376 | $36,750 | $5,250 | $31,500 |
| 2018 | $1,390 | $36,750 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,401 | $36,750 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,235 | $36,750 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,273 | $36,750 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,253 | $36,750 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Shelby Smith
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JENNIFER SMITH
J
Buyer's Agent in 2025
JENNIFER SMITH
Keller Williams Realty
(302) 245-7581
6 in this area
116 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DESU2091894
APN: 134-20.07-1.04
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