Harrington, DE Homes for Rent

Harrington, Delaware, blends rural and suburban life with a small downtown area surrounded by residential streets and central Delaware’s farmland. The city is home to the Delaware State Fairgrounds, which host the Harrington Casino & Raceway and the annual Delaware State Fair, drawing thousands of visitors for events like horse racing, rodeos, and concerts. Harrington’s residential areas feature single-family homes, including historic Victorians, farmhouses, and Craftsmans downtown, while ranch-style, colonial-style, contemporary, and modern farmhouse homes are common outside downtown. Lake Forest South Elementary School is highly rated, serving kindergarten through third grade. Dining options include local favorites like Stone’s Bar & Grill, Derby’s Bar & Restaurant, Rudy’s Family Restaurant, and Main Street Café, with Bonz Restaurant & Lounge offering fine dining at the casino. Byler’s Store, an Amish-run grocery store with a gift shop and ice cream parlor, is a notable local attraction. Recreational opportunities include Brown's Branch County Park, about 5 miles northeast, and Killens Pond State Park, 6 miles away, offering trails, a water park, and fishing. Route 13 runs through Harrington, connecting residents to Dover, less than 20 miles north, and Milford, about 10 miles east. The city’s Parks & Recreation Department hosts various programs and events, including Harrington Heritage Day.