South Bethany Homes for Sale

South Bethany Homes for Sale

Welcome to South Bethany, Delaware – a hidden gem nestled along the picturesque coastline of Sussex County. Known for its serene atmosphere and stunning beaches, South Bethany offers a unique blend of tranquility and charm, making it the perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a vibrant seaside lifestyle.

This delightful town, often referred to as "The Quiet Resort," boasts an array of beautiful homes for sale, each offering a slice of coastal paradise. Whether you’re looking for a cozy beach cottage, a modern family home, or a luxurious waterfront property, South Bethany has something to suit every taste and budget. Many of these homes feature breathtaking views, spacious decks, and easy access to the pristine sands of the Atlantic Ocean, ensuring you can soak in the sun and surf at your leisure.

Beyond the stunning real estate options, South Bethany is renowned for its friendly community and family-oriented atmosphere. Residents enjoy a variety of recreational activities, from kayaking in the tranquil waters of the Assawoman Canal to biking along scenic trails. With nearby dining, shopping, and entertainment options, you’ll find everything you need just a short stroll or bike ride away.

Investing in a home in South Bethany means embracing a lifestyle filled with relaxation, outdoor adventures, and cherished memories. Explore our listings today and discover the perfect home that allows you to enjoy all the beauty and serenity this coastal paradise has to offer!

Newest South Bethany Homes for Sale

226 Carlisle Rd, South Bethany
$2,195,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Experience the best of coastal living in this beautifully renovated five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath waterfront home, ideally situated along a peaceful, navigable canal with an impressive 70 feet of canal frontage and the beach just a short walk away. Combining an exceptional waterfront setting, beautifully updated interiors, and convenient beach access, this property offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the coastal lifestyle. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating an inviting atmosphere for everyday living and entertaining. The beautifully appointed gourmet kitchen is designed with both style and functionality in mind, featuring upgraded countertops, stainless steel appliances, double ovens, two dishwashers, a convenient pot filler, and a generous center island perfect for gathering with family and friends. A well-equipped wet bar, complete with a wine refrigerator and dedicated ice maker, adds another level of convenience for effortless entertaining. The spacious primary suite offers a relaxing retreat with an ensuite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and dual vanities. Four additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Main-level laundry, ceiling fans, generous walk-in storage, and an attached two-car garage add to the home's comfort and practicality, providing plenty of room for everyday essentials and beach gear. Outside, the waterfront setting truly takes center stage. Boasting an oversized 70 feet of canal frontage, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to embrace life on the water. A spacious deck and patio create inviting spaces for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply unwinding while enjoying peaceful canal views. Beautifully landscaped grounds enhance the home's coastal appeal, while the private dock site offers convenient access to navigable waterways for boating, kayaking, fishing, and exploring the surrounding coastal waters. And when you're ready for a day on the sand, the beach is just a short walk away. Spend your mornings enjoying the shoreline, afternoons cruising the waterways, and evenings relaxing by the canal. Here, the best of beach and boating lifestyles come together in one exceptional location. Whether you're searching for a year-round residence or a coastal getaway, this exceptional waterfront home offers an outstanding combination of generous canal frontage, modern amenities, abundant storage, and walkable beach access. From its gourmet kitchen and thoughtfully designed entertaining spaces to its peaceful waterfront setting, this is an opportunity to enjoy coastal living at its finest.

226 Carlisle Rd, South Bethany

Listing courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.. Contact:

232 Carlisle Rd, South Bethany
$1,425,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
FOUR BLOCKS TO THE BEACH in South Bethany, this home is the perfect home for use as a vacation home OR an established rental property ($55,000-$67,000 rental income the past 3 years!). This home sits on a lot that has 70 feet of waterfront - larger than most lots in South Bethany. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 living areas, a screened porch, 2nd floor deck, extensive hardscape in the backyard, a dock AND fully furnished – this home is ready for fun and sun. In 1985, the owners at the time added the great room and dining room to the original house and then in 2002 the original house was partially gutted and renovated with new siding, new windows, and new HVAC. The current owners have added/replaced the following: Decks replaced with composite in 2017 rear and 2018 front; 2nd floor deck expanded 2017; Screened in porch rebuilt 2017; Vinyl fence installed 2016; Floors replaced throughout house 2016-2017 with LVP; Both Bathrooms remodeled 2016 – 2017; HVAC replaced 1st floor 2018, 2nd floor 2025; Kitchen remodeled 2021 with all new cabinets, appliances and quartz countertops; Driveway stones replaced 2024; Interior walls repainted 2024. THE BULKHEAD WAS REPLACED AND DOCK ENLARGED IN 2019. This home is in an ideal location at the south end of South Bethany with less crowded beach and 2 blocks from restaurants and stores in York Beach Mall.

232 Carlisle Rd, South Bethany

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty. Contact:

6 S 8th St, South Bethany
$2,399,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Just 4 Lots from the Oceanfront — South Bethany, DE. Beautiful 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath ocean block home in heart of South Bethany. This beautiful home sits just four lots back from the oceanfront, with a private rooftop deck offering sweeping ocean and town views. Turnkey and fully furnished, it's a proven rental performer with strong income history. The top floor is the heart of the home: an open great room with fireplace, dining area, and kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a center island, granite countertops, and easy-care LVP flooring. A primary suite and half bath round out this level. Slide out to the wrap-around screened porch and open deck, which lead up to that showstopping rooftop deck. One level down: a second primary suite, two additional bedrooms, a shared bath, a second living area, and the laundry room — plus a wrap-around covered porch with a swing for easy beach afternoons. Ground level offers a foyer, storage, outdoor shower, and ample parking. Walk to restaurants and shops, or hit the beach in minutes. With expansive outdoor living across decks, porches, and rooftop, this home was made for coastal entertaining. 4 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | Sold furnished and turnkey. Private showings only. Appointments only.

6 S 8th St, South Bethany

Listing courtesy of ReMax Coastal. Contact:

25 S Anchorage Ave, South Bethany
$2,990,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Located in the charming waterfront village of S Anchorage Avenue. This luxurious waterfront, exceptional custom built and designed 5BR, 4.5BA residence, is perfectly situated along the picturesque canal of Jefferson Creek in sought-after South Bethany. This coastal inspired home showcases timeless coastal architecture and outstanding craftsmanship, and thoughtfully curated finishes throughout. Timeless materials designed & high-quality construction. The open floor plan offers large living and dining spaces. Wide-plank hardwood floors run throughout the home, complemented by a gourmet chef's kitchen featuring GE Café Series stainless steel appliances, a propane gas range, high-end custom cabinetry, glass subway tiles, floating shelves and an oversized quartz island that flows seamlessly into the spacious living and dining areas. Office area. Featuring propane fireplace, custom built-ins, high-end designer window treatments throughout the home, custom light fixtures and ceiling fans. Plantation shutters. The luxurious primary suite offers a private entrance to a waterfront balcony, a spa-like bathroom with Mosiac 24x24 tiled flooring, soaking tub, floor to ceiling tiled shower, built-in bench, built in shelving for convenience, frameless glass enclosure, handheld shower system, and dual sinks with quartz countertop. All the bedrooms are well-sized with large closets that have custom shelving. All bedrooms have fine finishes, recessed lighting and ceiling fans. The bathrooms include high-end fixtures and carefully chosen timeless features. Perfect home for entertaining family and friends. The home is being sold fully furnished. The home is filled with natural light and designed to capture beautiful water views. Great water views from every window in the house. Generous outdoor space takes outdoor living to a whole new level. Panoramic water views. Screened in porch and covered porch off the main level. Patio/sundeck with wide plank TREX deck and a covered patio area with recessed lighting and ceiling fans. Crown molding. Outdoor shower and a private boat dock with a swim ladder. Spectacular canal views, sunset and skyscapes. Plenty of storage, which includes a large storage area with TREX decking, garage, and large closets throughout the home. Nice sized paver driveway. Professionally landscaped yard with beautiful perennial gardens, and low-maintenance exterior materials. Irrigation and TruGreen Lawn treatment service contract. Paver path from the front to the back of the house on each side of the house. Landscaped 50x105x50x105 lot with electric dog fence. Additional highlights include an elevator servicing all living levels, dual-zone propane heating and cooling, and exterior lighting. Ranai tankless hot water heater. Hardiplank siding, and metal accent roof. This home is well maintained and cared for. Direct access to Jefferson Creek and Little Assawoman Bay, you'll enjoy boating, paddleboarding, jet skiing, kayaking, fishing, and crabbing right from your backyard. T waterway access. This location is rarely available on the west side of S Anchorage Street. Just a short walk to South Bethany's beach. On the East end of South Anchorage Street, there is a designated crossover to the beach. Just minutes from restaurants, shopping, golf, state parks, & downtown Bethany Beach, this exceptional property offers the best of Delaware's coastal lifestyle.

25 S Anchorage Ave, South Bethany

Listing courtesy of ReMax Coastal. Contact:

4 S 4th St, South Bethany
$2,250,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Just two homes from the oceanfront, this beautifully renovated coastal retreat offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy life just steps from the Atlantic Ocean. Completely transformed inside and out, the home combines a fresh coastal aesthetic with flexible living spaces, multiple outdoor areas, and an unbeatable South Bethany location. The ground level features a private guest or in law suite with its own entrance, creating an ideal space for extended family and visitors. This thoughtfully designed efficiency includes a comfortable living area, desk space, built-in cabinetry with a sink and refrigerator, and its own washer and dryer. Just outside, a spacious covered patio wraps around to a large private putting green, providing a fun and inviting space to relax and entertain after a day at the beach. The middle level serves as the home's main living space and features an updated kitchen, LVP flooring, and classic wainscoting, along with two bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bathroom. A generous screened porch extends the living space outdoors and is flanked by open decks on either side, offering multiple places to enjoy the coastal breeze and listen to the waves nearby. The third floor offers two oversized bedrooms and an updated half bathroom, providing plenty of additional space for family and guests. Three outdoor showers and a convenient rinse station make returning from the beach effortless. Located in sought-after South Bethany, known for its beautiful, wide lifeguarded beach, this special oceanside property is just a short drive from downtown Bethany Beach and its boutique shops, restaurants, and boardwalk. With the ocean just steps away and the sound of the waves carrying across its multiple decks and porches, this beautifully updated coastal home is ready to be enjoyed for years to come.

4 S 4th St, South Bethany

Listing courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.. Contact:

311 W 9th St, South Bethany
$942,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
House is Sold AS IS CONDITION! Sellers will not make any repairs.

311 W 9th St, South Bethany

Listing courtesy of SANDCASTLE REALTY INC. Contact:

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