2021 KW TOP 50 NEIGHBORHOODS | PA, DE & NJ
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DELAWARE - TOP NEIGHBORHOODS 2021
LEWES SUSSEX COUNTY POPULATION 3,198 SCHOOL DISTRICT CAPE HENLOPEN
AVERAGE INCOME $118K ZIP CODE 19958 *
Lewes does not disappoint! The sun, sand, and the sea along with several iconic lighthouses are the main attractions of this historic resort town. Lewes is located on the Delaware Bay and adjacent to Cape Henlopen State Park in eastern Sussex County, Delaware. With miles of pristine beaches and countless recreation activities, Lewes is a town for those that love the outdoors and the water. Homes here are priced higher than average due to the desirable location so close to the coast. Quiet but progressive, the town offers walkability and a peaceful enviroment to settle as your home. "Our town is quieter than most beach towns. There is so much to do outdoors that I never am bored. Our town is quaint and nice to walk around or enjoy a meal." - Resident
"The quiet setting, ease of access to everything I need, and low taxes are the reason my wife and I retired here!" - Resident *STATS PULLED BY ZIP CODE FROM 2017 US CENSUS
LEWES,DE
UNIQUE CHARACTER 444K
465K
AVERAGE SALE PRICE 2019
AVERAGE SALE PRICE 2020
Cape Henlopen State Park Known as “The First Town in the First State" Multiple Lighthouses Many Bed and Breakfast's 3rd lowest real estates in United States
4.74%
77
70
1,032
INCREASE OVER 2019
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 2019
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 2020
NUMBER OF SALES IN 2020 *STATS PULLED FROM MLS BY ZIP CODE
NEIGHBORING COMMUNITIES BETHANY
Bethany beach has a lot to offer for entertainment and recreation. Take a walk on the boardwalk, relax by the water, enjoy the bandstand or local farmers market. South Bethany is popularly considered one of "The Quiet Resorts", along with its direct neighbor to the north, Bethany Beach, and its neighbor to the south, Fenwick Island.
REHOBETH
The town often bills itself as "The Nation's Summer Capital" because it is a frequent summer vacation destination for Washington D.C. residents as well as visitors from the tri-state area. Vacationers are drawn to Rehobeth for many reasons, including the town's charm and 1-mile wooden boardwalk adjacent to the beach with restaurants, shops, amusements, and attractions.
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NEWARK NEW CASTLE COUNTY POPULATION 88,104 SCHOOL DISTRICT BRIGANTINE
AVERAGE INCOME $80K ZIP CODES 19702, 19711, 19712, 19713, 19716, 19717, 19718, 19725 *
A hometown mixed with a college town, Newark is a bustling community where hip meets historic. With over 17 miles of trails and 650 acres of parkland, residents love taking in the beauty of nature. Many job opportunities and excellent schools offer residents a chance to raise a family here. A popular suburb with easy accessibility to major cities, homes are affordable with most residents owning their homes.
"I love living in Newark, It's close to the University of Delaware and all major highways/Interstate. Very Family Friendly community"
"I bought a house in Bear, DE and it was the best decision I ever made! Neighborhood is chalk full of kids to play with, and the neighbors are almost like family."
- Erin C
- Emily A
*STATS PULLED BY ZIP CODE FROM 2017 US CENSUS
NEWARK,DE
UNIQUE CHARACTER NEIGHBORING COMMUNITY MIDDLETOWN Known as the “Diamond Town of the Diamond State,” Middletown is located about 24 miles south of Wilmington. Middletown is thriving and has grown tremendously in the past decade. Quickly becoming the epicenter for the surrounding area with new home communities on the rise and new businesses, Middletown is both small enough to feel charmingly familiar and large enough to provide big-city amenities like great shopping and entertainment.
White Clay Creek State Park University of Delaware sporting events Main Street restaurants and shops Largest medical care system in DE
253K AVERAGE SALE PRICE 2019
275K AVERAGE SALE PRICE 2020
8.57% INCREASE OVER 2019
39 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 2019
22 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 2020
1482 NUMBER OF SALES IN 2020 *STATS PULLED FROM MLS BY ZIP CODE
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WILMINGTON NEW CASTLE COUNTY POPULATION 140,647 SCHOOL DISTRICT BRANDYWINE AVERAGE INCOME $69K ZIP CODES 19801, 19802, 19803, 19804,19805, 19806, 19807, 19808, 19809, 19810, 19850, 19880, 19884, 19885, 19886, 19890, 19891, 19892, 19893, 19894, 19895, 19896, 19897, 19898, 19899 *
Wilmington is the urban hub of the region, the Corporate Capital of America, and boasts the largest downtown in the state of Delaware. It's a center for banking and innovation, with world-class restaurants, museums, performing arts venues, and of course, tax-free shopping. Living in Wilmington can be a great place to live if you enjoy a slower tempo and very cost effective way of living. Located between Washington DC and New York City, minutes off Interstate 95, Wilmington is close to home yet worlds away. Offering equal parts adventure and relaxation, Wilmington is a premier destination for weekend getaways or a place to call home. "I moved here for the easy commute to Philadelphia. Everything I need is in one location but I also have the city close by if I want even more." - Resident
"The area south of Wilmington has a lot of housing options. There are a lot of older small towns that have gotten absorbed my the metropolitan area, so finding established neighborhoods is easy." - Resident
*STATS PULLED BY ZIP CODE FROM 2017 US CENSUS
WILMINGTON, DE
UNIQUE CHARACTER 242K AVERAGE SALE PRICE 2019
Nemours Estate Delaware Art Museum August Quarterly Festival Auburn Road Vineyard & Winery Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
264K
9.38%
45
37
3232
AVERAGE SALE PRICE 2020
INCREASE OVER 2019
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 2019
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 2020
NUMBER OF SALES IN 2020
*STATS PULLED FROM MLS BY ZIP CODE
NEIGHBORING COMMUNITIES NORTH WILMINGTON
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WYOMING KENT COUNTY POPULATION 13,748 SCHOOL DISTRICT CAESAR RODNEY
AVERAGE INCOME $69K ZIP CODE 19934 *
Fun is the theme of Central Delaware! With music festivals, NASCAR, and fairs, all close by to Wyoming there is always something going on to entertain the whole family. Find a fun event to attend or take a step back and explore the wildlife refuge and miles of trails right outside the town limits. Wyoming is known as “the best little town in Delaware” and maintains its charm with historic sites, stores, and restaurants all in one beautiful location. Residents love Wyoming for its easy accessibility to multiple beaches, without the higher home prices of coastal living.
"Of all the cities I have lived in Delaware, Wyoming is the best. If you like quiet, rural life, then Wyoming will work for you. It is equal-distant from Wilmington and the Delaware beaches. Wyoming is small, but it is the best place to live if you like peace and tranquility."
"Most families have lived here for generations and are supportive of the school district, its referendums, small businesses, and community involvement. People who don't have children in the high school come to support the arts (theater, music, band) and other activities through the various schools."
- Resident
- Resident
*STATS PULLED BY ZIP CODE FROM 2017 US CENSUS
WYOMING,DE
UNIQUE CHARACTER
Monument Park Fifers Orchards Fall and Fruit Festivals Frances Slocum State Park
251K AVERAGE SALE PRICE 2019
264K AVERAGE SALE PRICE 2020
4.36% INCREASE OVER 2019
59 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 2019
46 AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET 2020
290 NUMBER OF SALES IN 2020 *STATS PULLED FROM MLS BY ZIP CODE
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