Why Live in Delaware
Delaware, located in 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Delaware a good place to live?
Delaware is a good place to live. Delaware is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Delaware is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Delaware has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 53. The average household income is $167,094 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 61.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Delaware are home owners, with 12.9% of residents renting and 87.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Delaware can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Delaware neighborhood guide.
Is Delaware, NJ a safe neighborhood?
Delaware, NJ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Delaware?
The median home price in Delaware is $817,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $163,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,920 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $168K a year to afford the median home price in Delaware. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Delaware is $167K.
What are the best public schools in Delaware?
The best public schools that serve Delaware are:
What are the best private schools in Delaware?
The best private schools that serve Delaware are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Delaware, Delaware Township Hunterdon, NJ?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Delaware, Delaware Township Hunterdon, NJ?
The most popular neighborhoods near Delaware, Delaware Township Hunterdon, NJ are
Franklin and
Plumstead.
Home Trends in Delaware, NJ
On average, homes in Delaware, Delaware Township Hunterdon sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Delaware, Delaware Township Hunterdon over the last 12 months is $770,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$770,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$812,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$331
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Median List Price
$817,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
