145 Petherton Drive, South Bethany, DE 19930-9736 $999,000

Interior Sq. Ft: 1,417
Acreage: 0.11
Age:56 years
Style:
Cottage
Subdivision: South Bethany Harbor
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
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.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: N
Pool: No Pool
High School: Indian River
Features
Water
Water Oriented: Yes; Water Front: Yes; Water Access: Yes; Water Body Type: Canal; Waterfront: Boat/Launch Ramp - Private, Private Dock Site; Types of Use: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access; # of Power Boats: 1; # of Docks: 1; Dock Type: Against Bulkhead Only (Lateral), Ramp; # of Slips: 1; Navigable: Yes; Physical Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes; Dock/Slip Conveyance: Exclusive Use, Assigned, Physical Dock/Slip Conveys;
Utilities
Forced Air Heating, Electric, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Electric, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Garage/Parking
Driveway, On Street
Interior
Attic, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Carpet Flooring, Vinyl Flooring, Dry Wall
Exterior
Crawl Space Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Block Exterior, Frame Exterior, Mixed Exterior, Boat Storage, Outbuilding(s), Outside Shower
Lot
Canal, Canal View
Contact Information
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Listing Courtesy of: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. , (302) 539-9040
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