Are you thinking about buying a home in the amazingly unique state of Delaware?
Delaware is known as the Diamond state because, even with its small size, its location and diverse amenities are so valuable. Delaware is known worldwide as the home of most of the largest corporations in the U S and the finest business courts in the world. It has something to offer residents of all ages. With its charming ambience, rich history, beach resorts, and collection of unique towns, residents are met with endless opportunities to enjoy their surroundings, including historic landmarks, museums, festivals and fairs, sporting events, farmers markets, dining, tax-free shopping.
Kent County, the central of Delaware’s three counties, offers an abundance of homes for sale in a variety of settings from well-established neighborhoods to newly constructed developments to rural opportunities with acreage. Whether you are looking to settle in a serene, small-town environment or prefer a bustling downtown with modern amenities, you will find plenty of opportunities to find the perfect home in a place that fits your lifestyle. Many of the towns in Kent County boast historic districts, with colonial and Victorian homes on tree-lined streets, while others are situated in more rural areas that offer wide open spaces and privacy. From young professionals to families to retirees looking to settle somewhere new, central Delaware may just be the perfect place to call home.
Location
Delaware is located on the Delmarva peninsula and Kent County is the heartland of Delaware and sits between New Castle County to the north and Sussex County to the south. Delaware’s location in the Mid Atlantic is a major advantage for those who love to travel. Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York are all within drivable distances. Central Kent County is just over an hour's drive to Philadelphia International Airport and only 90 minutes from BWI, while New York City is less than a 3-hour drive. Kent County’s convenient location also makes it easy to reach attractions like resort beaches (Lewes and Rehoboth Beach are less than an hour away), the Chesapeake Bay, Washington DC, Baltimore's Inner Harbor, and historical sites in Pennsylvania and Virginia. Greater Dover also offers several colleges and universities, including extensions of the University of Delaware.
Dover Air Force Base
The renowned Dover Air Force Base, home of the colossal C-5 cargo aircraft accompanied by the smaller but speedier C-17 cargo aircraft, is located in Delaware's state capital and serves as the primary point of entry and exit for military operations around the world. Dover's AFB and state capital operations has a significant impact on the thriving regional economy and professional service sector. Military personnel are deployed to Dover Air Force Base from all around the world. Recognizing that it can be difficult for military families to move to a new state and find housing in an unfamiliar area, Burns & Ellis has developed effective strategies to ensure a smooth, hassle-free transition for all military clients.
Healthcare
Bayhealth Kent General in Dover is part of the Bayhealth Regional Medical Center, a full-service acute care facility in central Delaware. Greater Dover is also within 1-2 hours of the world-famous teaching hospitals in Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. The primary Veterans Administration Hospital is located in Wilmington with a branch facility available near Dover.
Retirement
Central Delaware welcomes retirees with open arms and takes great pride in making sure its 55+ residents feel welcome and secure. The area abounds in senior housing, ranging from developments restricted to residents 55 or older, small towns where the population skews older, or simply areas of Greater Dover with an older population. Property taxes, which are astonishingly low compared to many areas in the Northeast, as well as more affordable home values and the reasonably mild winters are all significant reasons for calling Delaware home.
Designated developments are often appealing to retirees because they are specifically designed for their age group. In addition, many offer amenities such as pools, tennis courts, gyms, clubhouses, and dining facilities. Retirement communities also make it easy to form new friendships by offering a range of activities meant to entertain and bring residents together.
If you are considering a move to make your retirement more affordable, Delaware should be at the top of your list! In fact, Kiplinger Magazine ranks the state as its first choice for retirees, and its ratings are based primarily on preserving and stretching your retirement income. Delaware offers several resources to assist the area’s retired community including free continued education through the University of Delaware. UD offers a Higher Education for Senior Citizens program through which residents ages 60 or older can enroll in a formal degree program tuition-free.
Communities in West Dover offer the openness of country living with the convenience of city amenities like street lights and public utilities. This area also provides easy access to Bayhealth Hospital for medical personnel and patients. Route 1 is nearby, which leads north to Wilmington and south to the resort beaches.
Here, single family homes and custom townhomes combine affordability with high-quality construction and unique curb appeal. Some residences sit along the Maple Dale Country Club and Golf Course, which offers swimming, gourmet dining, and golf memberships. The 18-hole course is beautifully maintained and USGA championship rated, while the Olympic-sized pool is popular with the whole family. Facilities also include a wading pool, a playground set, volleyball/table tennis equipment, showers, and changing facilities.
Another defining feature of this area is the Anne McClements Woods Track of the Fork Branch Nature Preserve. At 236 acres, this is the largest forested area in Dover and contains a wooded stream corridor, a stand of a 150-year-old American beech tree, and several rare plant species. Two West Dover communities, Baltray and Retreat, include homes that border the Preserve.
If you are looking to buy a home in Kent County, Delaware, you’ve come to the right place!
The Burns & Ellis website provides direct access to a broad network of homes for sale, rentals, and commercial real estate in Delaware. Our residential listings consist of all types of homes including single family homes, condos, townhomes, new construction, and lots or land to build your dream home on. We have made browsing our properties a breeze by including photos, maps, and detailed descriptions of each listing.
You can also find information on central Delaware's most sought-after neighborhoods ranging from historic Olde Dover to luxury communities that include all of today's modern amenities. With our wide range of clientele, Burns & Ellis agents pride themselves on being understanding and diverse in helping everyone from first time home buyers and longtime property owners to Dover Air Force Base military families and retirees - just to name a few.
Whether you are buying or selling a property, our experienced and accomplished agents work full-time representing your best interest throughout the entire process. We are here for YOU!
We are truly blessed that so much of our business is referral-based. We welcome any client that is sent our way and we ensure that their needs will be taken care of with confidentiality and diligence. Thank you to previous clients and professionals in our network who have referred our real estate services. We appreciate you.
Contact us to get your home buying or selling process started today!
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Kent County Market Update April 2024
Caesar Rodney
Units Sold
47
Median Price
$335,000
Median Days on Market
14
Capital
Units Sold
56
Median Price
$285,750
Median Days on Market
15
Lake Forest
Units Sold
26
Median Price
$374,950
Median Days on Market
16
Milford
Units Sold
16
Median Price
$399,950
Median Days on Market
30
Smyrna
Units Sold
38
Median Price
$368,000
Median Days on Market
30
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Why Choose Us
Burns & Ellis REALTORS® have had an impactful presence in the Dover community for more than 50 years. The agency, privately owned by Terry and Tom Burns, is the oldest real estate company in central Delaware and continues to set the standard for excellence year after year. Our agents offer buyers and sellers a uniquely personalized and results-driven experience which can only be found at Burns & Ellis. Additionally, Burns & Ellis REALTORS® are experts in Delaware real estate and are committed to upholding the highest level of customer service and integrity to ensure you get the results that you desire.
Our office is located in Dover, but we look forward to serving you throughout the state of Delaware!
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