Delaware, NJ Home for Rent

Delaware Township offers a mix of small neighborhoods around Sergeantsville and homes along winding backroads. Properties typically sit on lots of an acre or more, providing privacy with tree-lined surroundings and grazing pastures. Home styles range from late 20th-century Colonial Revivals, ranch-style, and New Traditional homes to custom-built estates and luxury country mansions. Delaware Township School serves pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, while high school students attend the highly rated Hunterdon Central High. The area features several parks, including Sarah Dilts Farm Park, which offers sports fields, playgrounds, and walking paths. For waterfront activities, residents frequent Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park and Bull’s Island Recreation Area, both popular for fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The township's rural parks, such as Wescott Preserve, provide additional trails. Sergeantsville, the historic small town within Delaware, hosts the annual Thanksgiving in the Country celebration and features the Sergeantsville Inn, known for its upscale American fare. Local shopping includes the Farmer’s Table and the Dutch Country Farmer’s Market in nearby Flemington. Delaware is conveniently located near U.S. Route 202 and New Jersey state highways 12 and 29, with Trenton's domestic airport 20 miles south and Lehigh Valley International Airport 40 miles west. Philadelphia and New York City are both approximately 55 miles away. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average, contributing to its appeal for families seeking a peaceful, rural lifestyle.