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$900,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,417 Sq. Ft.
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Rare Waterfront Opportunity in South Bethany! Welcome to 145 Petherton Drive, a prime 50' x 100' canal-front 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.

Full Property Details for 145 Petherton Dr

General

  • Sold For: $900,000
  • Taxes: $581 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DESU2085216
  • Added to Site: 274 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer
  • Furnished: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 2
  • Main - Full Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Boat Storage, Outside Shower, Outbuilding(s)

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Parking Type: Driveway, On Street

Location

  • Area: Baltimore Hundred (31001)
  • County: Sussex
  • Development Name: South Bethany Harbor
  • Subdivision: South Bethany Harbor
  • Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Driving Directions: FROM RT. 1, WEST ON PETHERTON DRIVE TO 145
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Location Details: Canal

School Information

  • School District: Indian River
  • High School: Indian River

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Electric Available, Cable TV Available, Phone Available, Water Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Cottage
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Block, Frame, Mixed
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
  • Stories/Levels: 0
  • Stories Description: Main
  • Square Feet: 1,417
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 1,417 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Year Built Source: Estimated
  • Property Condition: Average

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed

Lot Features

  • Property View: Canal
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,792
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00
  • Zoning: TN

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Navigable Water: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed, Private Access
  • Water Front Type: Canal
  • Dock/Slip Conveys: Yes
  • Docks: 1
  • Power Boats: 1

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $705.01
  • Assessment Year: 2024
  • School Tax: $518
  • County Tax: $56
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax Amount: $581
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Michele A Petrillo and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., ADAM KSEBE
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Michele A Petrillo and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., ADAM KSEBE

Listing agents

— 145 Petherton Dr —

  • Michele A Petrillo

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

  • ADAM KSEBE

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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Schools serving 145 Petherton Dr

School District:Indian River School District
NameGradesDistance
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
120 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean View, DE 19970
PK-52.9 mi
Selbyville Middle School
80 Bethany Road, Selbyville, DE 19975
6-89 mi
Indian River High School, Dagsboro, DE
29772 Armory Road, Dagsboro, DE 19945
8-129.4 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 145 Petherton Dr

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/21/2025
Sold
$900,000
-9.91%
MLS
7/24/2025
Price Reduced
$999,000
-13.13%
MLS
6/30/2025
Price Reduced
$1,150,000
-4.09%
MLS
5/23/2025
Listed
$1,199,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Michele A Petrillo and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., ADAM KSEBE
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Michele A Petrillo and Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., ADAM KSEBE

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145 Petherton Drive, South Bethany, DE 19930 (MLS# DESU2085216) is a Single Family property that was sold at $900,000 on October 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 145 Petherton Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in South Bethany? You can browse all South Bethany real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.