**Boaters Dream House***SEWER IS BEING HOOKED UP ALLOWING MASSIVE EXPANSION OF THE HOME***Canal-front fully renovated raised rancher on Bookhammer Landing Rd. that offers panoramic views of Rehoboth Bay, Horse Marsh, and Horse Island! Perched amid enclave of magnificent, marina-inspired homes is this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Multi-tiered decks, myriad of glass sliders, sunroom, granite kitchen with new appliances, new roof, new HVAC, new paint, new carpeting, single garage, 100 feet of decking/dock, and more blend to create this unforgettable coastal home that is beachy, private, and serene. Ample space and ideal features for water living! Enjoy water activities with easy deck access for power boats, canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and jet skis. Welcome the opportunity to sip morning coffee off sunroom deck with views of surrounding shimmering water, bask in the sun and enjoy the canal life, unwind and read. Sunroom is striking and the perfect window-lined room to enjoy life. Home is located in the community of Joy Beach, which does not have restrictions on short term rentals, and is 7 mins. to Rt. 1 and merely 15 mins. to Rehoboth Beach/boardwalk/outlets. Beautiful home, bountiful space, bonus amenities, and breathtaking water views in this canal front charmer on Bookhammer Landing Rd.! SPECIAL NOTE: Central sewer is now in place, which allows you to greatly expand the existing home or raze it and build a spectacular mansion in it's place.
For sale
Price cut: $24K (10/23)
$925,000
34813 Bookhammer Landing Rd, Lewes, DE 19958
3beds
1,500sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$617/sqft
$42/mo HOA
What's special
Single garageNew paintNew carpetingNew roofNew hvacBreathtaking water viewsMyriad of glass sliders
- 380 days |
- 269 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 03, 2025 at 02:29am
Listed by:
ROB BURTON 302-542-2134,
RE/MAX Realty Group Rehoboth 3022274800
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2075818
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Heater, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Hookup, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only
Features
- Attic, Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Other, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Double Hung
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,500
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,500
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Other, Inside Entrance, Detached, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Hallway(s)
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Other
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Canal, Panoramic, Scenic Vista, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Canal,Water
- Waterfront features: Bayfront, Bay
- Frontage type: Road Frontage
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 100,Water Frontage Ft: 100
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 100.00
- Features: Bulkheaded, Cleared, Fishing Available, Landscaped, Secluded, Flood Plain, Level, No Thru Street, Stream/Creek
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23412.00105.01
- Zoning: AR 1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Asphalt, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Flood Vent
- Roof: Asphalt,Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 120/240V
- Sewer: Low Pressure Pipe (LPP), Public Hook/Up Avail
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Joy Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $500 annually
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $617/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $35,300
- Annual tax amount: $870
- Date on market: 12/16/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,411/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $925,000-2.5%$617/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DESU2075818 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $949,000$633/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2075818 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2024 | Listing removed | $949,000$633/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2048906 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2023 | Price change | $949,000-3.1%$633/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2048906 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $979,000$653/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DESU2048906 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $870 +0.1% | $17,650 |
| 2024 | $869 +3.6% | $17,650 |
| 2023 | $839 +0.9% | $17,650 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,207/mo
Principal & interest
$3587
Home insurance
$324
Other costs
$296
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 19958
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rehoboth Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.4 mi
- 7/10Beacon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Love Creek
- Middle: Beacon
- High: Cape Henlopen
- District: Cape Henlopen
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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