148 LAYTON DRIVE, SOUTH BETHANY, DE 19930

$1,500,000

2 YEAR HOME OWNERS WARRANTY......PRE-LISTING HOME INSPECTION SO YOU KNOW AHEAD OF TIME THIS HOME IS A WINNER.....NO HOA......3 BED/2 FULL BATH CUSTOM BUILT HOME ON WIDE CANAL......4 CAR GARAGE....FULLY FURNISHED......SCREENED IN PORCH w/DIRECT WATER VIEWS....EASY & SAFE WALKING ACCESS TO BEACH VIA TRAFFIC LIGHT ON LAYTON AVE......NEW ROOF w/LIFETIME… Read More WARRANTY & GAF DESIGNER CAMELOT SHINGLES-130 MPH WIND PROOF GUARANTEED.....NEW LVP FLOORING.....ANDERSON CASEMENT WINDOWS.....TREX DECKING.....NEW AO SMITH WATER HEATER....BRAND NEW HIGH END 3 TON HVAC SYSTEM....... NEW BOAT DOCK.... OUTDOOR SHOWER W/DRESSING AREA.... RAISED UTILITY CLOSET......ELEVATOR/STAIRWELL SHAFT IN PLACE SO EASY ADD-ON....PEACE OF MIND....LOW MAINTENANCE .....LOCATION.....LIFESTYLE....EXCELLENT RENTAL POTENTIAL......A DREAM COME TRUE!! As you approach the home, you'll note the extra-large 4 car garage underneath. The extended garage upgrade provides plenty of space for your car/s, & trucks, and room to spare for all of your beach accessories and bikes. That's right, bikes are a must have here as you can easily walk or bike to downtown Bethany Beach to enjoy the vibrant dining and shopping scene. In the offseason one half of the garage can function as your very own boat storage area. An added bonus is the workshop located in the back of the garage. This is the ideal setup for the gardener in you, aspiring hobbyist, woodworker enthusiast or use it as a fly-tying station for your next fishing adventure on the bay. This home also has a well-appointed outdoor shower with changing station, a must have in the summer months!! Upon entering the main level, you'll be greeted by an open floor plan bathed in natural light, water views and coastal charm. This winning combination guarantees this home will exude positive energy year round, and is the answer you've been searching for. Down the hallway from the family room, kitchen and dining area are the 2 guest bedrooms, guest full bathroom and the owners suite & owners bathroom. The builder smartly designed this home so that an interior staircase or elevator could be added. The space needed is tucked behind a wall around the corner from the kitchen so a future conversion is quick and simple should you ever need or want it. The kitchen, dining area and family room are all perfectly connected and situated off the screened in porch. From all of these spaces you can enjoy cool morning and evening salt air breezes as you catch up with friends and family at mealtime. The screened in porch will beckon you at the start of each day. With its tranquil water views, relaxing on the porch throughout the year is a breeze. This is the perfect place to plan your days adventures and make hard decisions like, should I walk to the beach or simply right out back to your boat dock to fish and catch some crabs. Or maybe you prefer to pull away from the dock and quickly escape to Assawoman Bay on your favorite watercraft thanks to our ideal location within the canal system. Here at 148 Layton Drive, you know, that relaxing days at home, and exciting days on the water or at the beach are always at your fingertips. A priceless combination and the one you've been searching for!! This beach getaway is turnkey and checks all the boxes and then some!! Excellent rental potential1f4b0;1f4b0;. Please be sure to click on the virtual tour icon as well as the drone video footage icon which shows just how short your boat ride will be to the bay!! Call me today to schedule your private tour!! Read Less

Courtesy of Joe Cusato, Samson Properties of DE, LLC [email protected]

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Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 8, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,159

Lot Size

0.11 Acres

Year Built

1994

MLS Number

DESU2096148

30 Days Snapshot Of 19930

$1.63M

+41%

(avg) sold price

+33%

homes sold

+71%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Property Access

Boat - Powered, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Fishing Allowed, Canoe/Kayak, Swimming Allowed, Waterski/Wakeboard, Sail

Building

1,159 sqft living area, 1,159 sqft above grade (finished), Built in 1994, Structure Type: Detached, 1 levels, Coastal, Raised Ranch/Rambler, Frame, Vinyl Siding

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C

Exterior Features

Outside Shower

Fireplaces

1 fireplace

Foundation

Pilings

Garage

4 garage spaces

Water Features

Navigable Water, Water Access, Water Body Type: Canal, Water Oriented, Waterfront Features: Y, Private Dock Site

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump - Electric BackUp

Interior Features

Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island

Lot

4,792 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 50.00 x 100.00, 0.11 acres, Bulkheaded, No Thru Street

Parking

Asphalt Driveway

Property

Dock/Slip Conveys, 1 dock, Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Screened, 1 boat slip

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

County Tax: $212, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $1,903, Tax Annual Amount: $2,115, Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Hot Water: Electric

Windows

Casement

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