Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Coastal Real Estate Partner
Since 1976, Bennett Realty has been a family-owned and operated real estate center specializing in coastal Delaware properties. Our experienced agents provide comprehensive services for buying, selling, and constructing new homes in Bethany Beach, Ocean View, and surrounding areas. We combine decades of local expertise with personalized attention to guide clients through every step of real estate transactions. Our team maintains strong relationships with mortgage companies and settlement services to streamline the process for buyers and sellers. We offer competitive market analyses, targeted marketing strategies, and 24/7 client support to ensure successful outcomes.Our custom home building division, DMF Builders LLC, brings over 30 years of construction experience to new developments and renovations. We leverage advanced technology while maintaining traditional real estate values to deliver exceptional service. Our agents' deep knowledge of Sussex County's coastal communities helps clients find ideal properties or maximize their home's market potential. We handle all transaction details so clients can focus on their relocation needs. With a proven track record spanning multiple generations, we remain committed to integrity and client satisfaction in every interaction.
Services
Real Estate Sales
Property Listings
Custom Home Building
Buyer Representation
Seller Services
New Construction
Resale Properties
Market Analysis
Property Marketing
Transaction Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1976 with unmatched local market knowledge
- Full-service agency offering sales, construction, and property management
- Dedicated buyer representation with personalized market updates
- Custom home building expertise through DMF Builders LLC
- Proven marketing strategies reaching 1200+ local realtors
Services
Real Estate Sales
Specializing in residential and commercial property sales across Delaware's coastal communities. Our agents leverage local market expertise and extensive networks to connect buyers with ideal properties. We handle all transaction aspects from initial consultation to closing.
Custom Home Building
DMF Builders LLC offers custom home construction and renovations through our affiliated division. With 30+ years of experience, we design and build high-quality coastal homes tailored to client specifications and local building codes.
Buyer Representation
Comprehensive buyer services including property search, market analysis, and negotiation. We provide personalized MLS updates and handle all transaction details to simplify the home purchasing process for our clients.
Seller Services
Full-service seller representation with competitive market analysis, property preparation guidance, and multi-channel marketing strategies. We coordinate showings, manage offers, and ensure smooth transaction closings.
Property Listings
Extensive property listings across Sussex County's coastal towns. Our database includes oceanfront homes, waterfront cottages, townhomes, and commercial properties with detailed MLS integration and search capabilities.
People
Durwood Bennett
Broker of Record
With decades of experience in Delaware real estate, Durwood Bennett combines integrity and communication to deliver successful transactions. He leads the team with a commitment to client satisfaction and market expertise.
Shantel Willey
Realtor
Shantel Willey offers dedicated real estate services with focus on client needs throughout the transaction process. Her energy and local market knowledge help clients achieve their buying and selling goals efficiently.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in coastal Delaware properties including Bethany Beach, Ocean View, South Bethany, North Bethany, Fenwick Island, Rehoboth Beach, and surrounding Sussex County communities.
Do you offer new home construction?
Yes, through our affiliated division DMF Builders LLC, we provide custom home design and construction services with 30+ years of coastal building experience.
How do you help buyers?
We offer personalized MLS searches, market analysis, buyer representation, and transaction coordination to simplify the home purchasing process for our clients.
What seller services are available?
Our comprehensive seller services include market analysis, property preparation guidance, multi-channel marketing, showings coordination, and closing support to maximize your home's sale potential.
