Frederica, DE Homes for Rent

Frederica is a small town with a quiet location along Murderkill River, whose name evolved from Dutch words meaning “mother river” when it was settled in the 1800s. “Non-locals get scared of Murderkill’s name, but people in Frederica would spend all day on the water if they could,” says Lydia Ragonese, a Realtor with Compass who has sold several homes in the area. Locals can launch paddleboats at Killens Pond State Park and head to nearby Bowers Beach on Delaware Bay. Aside from waterfront recreation, the town has a seasonal farmers market, historic churches and Delaware’s largest sports complex. “Life in Frederica is pretty easy-going and simple, but it’s also near bigger cities,” Ragonese says. State Route 1 is in the area, allowing locals to get to places like Milford, which has big-box stores, and Dover, the state capital. Frederica’s oldest homes include Queen Annes and Colonial Revivals dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s. Ranch styles from the mid-20th century and New Traditionals and townhouses built through the 2010s are also common. Homes near the center of town often have modest lots, while properties on the outskirts may sit on marshland or farmland.