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Safest Neighborhoods in Delaware

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    Fenwick Island

    As a small community on a stretch of some of the best beaches on the East Coast, Fenwick Island can easily get lost in the shuffle of the nearby resort towns. But that's just the way locals like it. "It's a great small coastal town with beautiful beaches, restaurants and shops," says Kim Hamer, Senior Vice President with Monument Sotheby's

    • Average Value

      $1.45M

    • List Price

      $888K - $6.3M

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      4 Listings

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    South Bethany

    While it might not have the boardwalk or the commercial activity of its larger neighbor to the north, South Bethany is a popular destination for homeowners who enjoy beachgoing and boating. "It's a small seaside beach town," says Allison Foshee, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty who works in the area. "South Bethany has homes with canal

    • Average Value

      $1.29M

    • List Price

      $833K - $4.4M

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      Homes For Sale

      5 Listings

    South Bethany
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    Westover Hills

    Westover Hills, located just outside city limits, was developed as Wilmington's first upscale suburban residential zone in 1927. Nearly a century later, sprawling historic estates stand alongside modern Neo-Colonial architecture on expansive, carefully manicured lawns. With its focus on luxury amenities, Westover Hills's reputation remains

    • Average Value

      $1.14M

    • List Price

      $807K - $2.6M

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      Homes For Sale

      7 Listings

    Westover Hills
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    Bethany Beach

    Bethany Beach is located in the southeastern corner of Delaware, about 100 miles from Baltimore, and is known as one of the state’s “quiet resorts.” It’s an attractive option for nature lovers, vacationing families, and buyers looking for a second home or rental income in a place that’s not as busy as Rehoboth Beach to the north or Ocean City,

    • Average Value

      $1.14M

    • List Price

      $465K - $5.6M

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      Homes For Sale

      16 Listings

    Bethany Beach
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    Greenville

    Set 4 miles northwest of Wilmington, the community of Greenville is the heart of what many refer to as “chateau country”: a rolling section of land filled with trees, streams and some of the area’s most exclusive houses. Monica Hill, a 25-year veteran with RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington, calls it “the jewel in the crown of this area.” She says:

    • Average Value

      $1.05M

    • List Price

      $732K - $3.2M

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      Homes For Sale

      4 Listings

    Greenville
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    The Peninsula

    In 2002, developers purchased a Millsboro peninsula on Indian River Bay, slowly building a resort-style community, dubbed The Peninsula, between salt marshland and loblolly pine tree forests. Today, an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course weaves between these natural elements and a boardwalk hiking trail traverses a 225-acre nature preserve

    • Average Value

      $748K

    • List Price

      $333K - $2.7M

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      Homes For Sale

      37 Listings

    The Peninsula
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    Alapocas

    Alapocas, a town just three miles outside of Wilmington, Delaware, is nestled between a sizable state park, a scenic river and a highway interchange. Its isolated position creates privacy for the community. “It is a top-tier neighborhood,” says Bob Blackhurst, a real estate agent with Compass. “It’s a hidden gem that is a lesser-known area near

    • Average Value

      $705K

    • List Price

      $292K - $1.2M

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      Homes For Sale

      3 Listings

    Alapocas
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    Hockessin

    As former farmland first developed in the 1980s, Hockessin differs from most of northern Delaware, which is primarily made up of Wilmington and its suburbs. Located near Delaware’s northwestern border with Pennsylvania, the area may seem little more than a bedroom community at first glance, but that is far from accurate. The town has a long

    • Average Value

      $656K

    • List Price

      $380K - $1M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      19 Listings

    Hockessin
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    Odessa

    Odessa, located in Port Penn, Northern Delaware, is a community along the Delaware River and the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal, featuring a mix of rolling farmlands, marshy wetlands, and newly constructed suburbs. Housing options range from contemporary colonials and townhomes in subdivisions like Bayberry North to historic 19th-century colonials

    • Average Value

      $562K

    • List Price

      $350K - $1.2M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      104 Listings

    Odessa
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    Ocean View

    Living near the Delaware coast is a dream for many homebuyers, but the crowded summers can turn some people away. That’s where the town of Ocean View comes in. “It’s peaceful, yet it’s close to the beach. Proximity to the beach without the crowds is the main draw of Ocean View,” says JoAnn Pappalardo, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty.

    • Average Value

      $553K

    • List Price

      $410K - $1.1M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      53 Listings

    Ocean View
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    Talleyville

    Talleyville in Wilmington offers suburban charm with spacious homes, Brandywine Creek State Park, and top-rated Brandywine School District schools. Shopping centers along Route 202 and I-95 access make it ideal for commuters. Talleyville, a well-established suburb in North Wilmington, offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.

    • Average Value

      $551K

    • List Price

      $362K - $1.3M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      11 Listings

    Talleyville
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    Brandywine Hills

    Brandywine Hills in Wilmington has diverse architecture and highly rated schools like P.S. duPont Middle and Mount Pleasant High. Residents enjoy Matson Run Parkway and Rockwood Park, with downtown Wilmington's amenities nearby. Brandywine Hills, a charming suburb in Wilmington, features a variety of unique architectural styles, including

    • Average Value

      $549K

    • List Price

      $370K - $729K

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      Homes For Sale

      1 Listing

    Brandywine Hills
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    Kirkwood

    Kirkwood, a rural community near Wilmington, Delaware, blends suburban living with historical charm. The neighborhood features wide streets, green spaces, and forested areas, with single-family houses and townhouses reflecting traditional architectural styles such as Colonial, Four-square, and split-level homes. These homes typically offer

    • Average Value

      $541K

    • List Price

      $345K - $974K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      16 Listings

    Kirkwood
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    Carrcroft

    Carrcroft, located less than 5 miles north of downtown Wilmington, is a centrally positioned neighborhood known for its proximity to state parks, shopping centers, and major highways. The area features a variety of home styles, including ranch-style, split-levels, and both traditional and contemporary colonials from the 1950s to the 1970s. Homes

    • Average Value

      $530K

    • List Price

      $337K - $1.2M

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      Homes For Sale

      2 Listings

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    Saint Georges

    Crossing over the Delaware Canal on the Senator William V. Roth Jr. Bridge leads to Saint Georges, an incorporated community in New Castle County. "This is an older neighborhood with newer construction. The area was built back in the 1700s, but what attracts people today is the recent developments," explains Monica Hill, a local Realtor with

    • Average Value

      $529K

    • List Price

      $255K - $1.1M

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      Homes For Sale

      4 Listings

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    Fairfax

    Fairfax, a neighborhood in North Wilmington, offers a blend of retail convenience, scenic state parks, and suburban living. The area features homes from the 1950s to the '70s, including colonials, split-levels, and ranch-style houses, many with charming features like bay windows and brick pathways. Streets such as Spalding Road are lined with

    • Average Value

      $527K

    • List Price

      $358K - $1.2M

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      Homes For Sale

      11 Listings

    Fairfax
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    Brandywine

    Brandywine, also known as Brandywine Hundred, is an unincorporated neighborhood on the northern edge of the Delaware state line, offering a mix of housing styles from ranch and split-level homes to Colonial Revivals. The area includes townhomes in the Village of Brandywine and manufactured homes in Winterset Farms. The neighborhood is served by

    • Average Value

      $519K

    • List Price

      $244K - $810K

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      Homes For Sale

      2 Listings

    Brandywine
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    Westminster

    Westminster, a suburb near Wilmington, Delaware, blends historical charm with modern development. Located conveniently close to I-95 and north Wilmington, it offers access to shopping and dining along Centerville Road. The neighborhood has seen significant growth over the past decade, with homes ranging from 1960s and 1970s constructions to newer

    • Average Value

      $490K

    • List Price

      $275K - $1.7M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      15 Listings

    Westminster
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    Millville

    With a plethora of recreational opportunities just miles from the beach, homeowners in Millville might feel like they’re living in a resort. “It’s a growing community, and most of the homes have a lot of amenities,” says local Realtor Donna Hardy with Northrop Realty. “It’s like you’re going on a vacation when you buy a home, and I think a lot of

    • Average Value

      $480K

    • List Price

      $355K - $686K

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      Homes For Sale

      44 Listings

    Millville
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    Middletown

    Incorporated in 1861, the city of Middletown sits close to Delaware’s border with Maryland and is home to over 24,000 people. Predominantly residential, Middletown consists of many neighborhoods and subdivisions branching out from a commercial center, which in turn offers its residents a blend of suburban living and the convenience of more urban

    • Average Value

      $459K

    • List Price

      $251K - $975K

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      Homes For Sale

      27 Listings

    Middletown
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    Selbyville

    Located directly on the Delaware-Maryland border, Selbyville is a small Delaware town that got its start as a 250-acre area on the Saint Martin’s River that housed a gristmill and a sawmill. The town began to grow with the introduction of the Breakwater and Frankford Railroad, which shipped strawberries to the town. While Selbyville continues to

    • Average Value

      $455K

    • List Price

      $315K - $676K

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      Homes For Sale

      48 Listings

    Selbyville
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    Pike Creek

    A leafy valley engulfed by beautiful dense woods, Pike Creek offers a serene atmosphere to call home. “People go there for the peacefulness,” says Mary Corcoran, a Realtor with Patterson Schwartz Real Estate, “They love the walking trails, the nature, the wildlife. That’s what people are looking for there.” In Pike Creek, people live in quiet

    • Average Value

      $450K

    • List Price

      $210K - $776K

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      Homes For Sale

      15 Listings

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    Glasgow

    Glasgow, located in New Castle County, Delaware, is a community with historical significance, known for the Battle of Cooch’s Bridge during the Revolutionary War. Today, it features various walking and biking paths, making it a peaceful suburb. The neighborhood showcases a cohesive architectural style with brick exteriors and open front porches

    • Average Value

      $438K

    • List Price

      $228K - $740K

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      Homes For Sale

      36 Listings

    Glasgow
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    Arden

    Arden, a village known for its artistic roots, is nestled among the gentle hills of Wilmington, Delaware. Founded as an art colony, Arden maintains a strong sense of community and creative expression. The village features an 80% tree canopy, with homes set back generously from the streets. Housing styles vary, including brick ranches, split-level

    • Average Value

      $431K

    • List Price

      $182K - $716K

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      Homes For Sale

      12 Listings

    Arden
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    Rising Sun-Lebanon

    About 4 miles south of Dover, Rising Sun-Lebanon offers suburban living with residential subdivisions tucked between acres of undeveloped farmland in Kent County. “South Dover tends to be a bit slower-paced. One of the things you’ll notice there is it’s very close to the Dover Air Force Base and very close to shopping, but it’s a bit quieter over

    • Average Value

      $416K

    • List Price

      $198K - $736K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      5 Listings

    Rising Sun-Lebanon

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