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Small Dover suburb between shopping and dining
Spanning about 6 square blocks, the Edgehill neighborhood may be quaint. But this community packs a punch as an affordable area nestled between two major shopping centers. “Edgehill is a great starter opportunity for both buyers and investors,” says Todd Stonesifer, local Realtor with The Moving Experience. “You’re near shopping, and you’re right there between Route 13 and Route 1, the two main corridors going north to south through the state.” In addition to retail and commuting convenience, Edgehill also sits between two major city parks. Silver Lake Park on the west side provides greenery along the St. Jones River, while Dover Park on the east side offers play areas and open space for gatherings. While residents of this suburban enclave live on quiet, residential streets, they’re only a mile walk from where the Constitution was signed, signifying Dover’s title as the Capital of the First State.
Find many of the area's businesses on route 13 just outside of Edgehill.
The Green in Downtown Dover offers a great place near Edgehill to explore the area's history.
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Local eats and chain restaurants around Edgehill
The Edgehill neighborhood sits conveniently between two major shopping centers, and their proximity gives residents the added benefit of running errands on foot or on a bike. “This commercial corridor has taken on an evolution where it’s mostly all chain restaurants,” Stonesifer says. “But there are still a few mom-and-pops.” Centrally located in Edgehill, between the two shopping areas, Dover Hollywood Diner is a popular spot that serves American fare from morning to night. “On Division Street, there’s a little shop called Mommom’s Ice Cream. It’s the best ice cream in town,” Stonesifer says. “And attached to it is Little Grocer, a great mom-and-pop hidden little gem of a sandwich shop.” On the north side, a commercial section features a Kohl’s department store, fast-food and takeout eateries, banks, salons and chain restaurants. On the south side, Edgehill Shopping Center is another retail area with storefronts and salons, including a local favorite for a trim, The Upper Cut. Nearby there’s a Target, a Safeway grocer and several chain diners. Next to the Safeway is the Islamic Society of Central Delaware, a non-profit organization that serves Muslim families in Dover and the surrounding areas.
Stop by The Little Grocer for some of the best sandwiches in town.
Edgehill has many shopping options nearby like the Kohl's just outside of the neighborhood.
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Walks to Dover Park and Silver Lake Park
Residents of Edgehill are also within walking distance of two significant green spaces in Dover. “On the east side of town, there’s Dover Park, which is undergoing some major renovations that we’re hoping to close by the end of the summer of 2024,” says Carolyn Courtney with the City of Dover Parks and Recreation. “We’re building a small spray pad and a handicap-accessible playground, and there will also be a small building where the community can meet and hold baby showers and things like that.” More park facilities alongside these additions include tennis and pickleball courts, softball fields and other athletic areas. To the west of the neighborhood, just across U.S. Route 13, Silver Lake Park is one of the largest parks in the city with more than 184 acres of walking trails and fields alongside Silver Lake and the St. Jones River. “We don’t allow swimming in Silver Lake, but we do allow fishing and boating for motorboats up to 18 feet long with a max horsepower of 115,” Courtney says. “You need a City of Dover ramp permit to use the boating ramp, but the price is meant to be user-friendly.” She also mentions the highly-anticipated Mayors Regatta that takes place at Silver Lake Park in the fall, where the community can sign up to race canoes, kayaks or inflatables around the lake. “We bring in an environmental scientist to educate everyone on how environmental things affect the lake, like stormwater,” Courtney adds. The park also offers a sand volleyball court and areas for family or company picnics.
Cast a line in Silver Lake Park and enjoy the sun during the long summer days.
Take in the natural beauty along the water at Silver Lake Park.
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Quaint, established ranch styles and bungalows
Edgehill’s residential roads are generally kept quiet thanks to most homes featuring driveways, and many of the property’s small front lawns are shaded by mature maple and beech trees. Common house styles include ranch homes and bungalows built in the 1950s and ‘60s, with the occasional Cape Cod and Colonial-inspired dwelling. Single-family home sizes typically stay between 1,000 and 1,500 square feet, and prices can range from $150,000 to about $350,000, although Stonesifer says that a home for more than $275,000 is an outlier in this community. “This area is attracting start-up buyers with a smaller household size,” he says. “It’s also attracting those embarking on a real estate portfolio, as the prices are low enough to go in and flip the homes and have an investment that pays you back.” It’s no surprise that about half of the residents in this suburb own their properties, while the other half rent. On Spruance Road, there are traditional townhomes and duplexes with front-facing saltbox roofs with 1,000-square-foot units that cost around $135,000 to $155,000. Located near U.S. Route 13, which serves as the commercial corridor around Edgehill, properties might be more susceptible to larceny and burglary. According to CAP Index, this neighborhood receives a crime score of 6, in comparison to the national average of 4.
Streets in Edgehill are often lined with similar homes.
Residents take pride in their home's facades in Edgehill.
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International opportunities at Dover High School
Students can begin their public school education at East Dover Elementary, a kindergarten through fourth-grade school, before attending fifth and sixth grade at William Henry Middle and seventh and eighth grade at Central Middle, all of which receive a C-plus grade from Niche. Dover High School, graded a B-plus, offers students a pathway to become a certified nursing assistant, pending completion of the Delaware CNA Certification Test at the end of the course. The high school’s Japanese Club works closely with Dover High’s sister school in Kakuda, Japan, hosting Kakuda High students in March and sending Dover High students to Japan in June.
Dover High School has 1,771 students in grades 9-12.
Roughly 300 students from the area attend East Dover Elementary.
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Convenience to U.S. Route 13 and Delaware Route 1
The commuter-friendly Edgehill neighborhood is cradled between U.S. Route 13 and Delaware Route 1, which run north to south through the entire state of Delaware. The Delaware Authority for Regional Transit, or DART, services the community. Courtney also mentions that Wilmington Airport, about 45 minutes north, is the nearest regional airport with domestic flights through Avelo Air and American Airlines.
Access to DE route 1 makes Edgehill a dream location for commuters.
DART buses have many stops around Edgehill for easy transit options.
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First State history around The Green
A mile southwest of Edgehill, Downtown Dover has a major historic presence. The Green, a national park, sits in the center of a town square area where Colonial-era buildings and museums emphasize the city’s historical significance. “The Green is where the Constitution was signed, and Delaware became the first state," Stonesifer says. This green space hosts Dover Days in May, when the Dover community comes out in 1700s garb and celebrates their heritage through music, food and fireworks. “There’s a major revitalization movement in the downtown area that will bring more residents to Downtown Dover,” Stonesifer adds. “It will have a big effect on businesses around The Green.”
Those working in government will love Edgehill's proximity to Delaware's Legislative Green.
Enjoy a day exploring Dover's history with family near Edgehill.
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Parks in this Area
New Street Park
Dover Park
Silver Lake Park
Kent Co Veterans Memorial Park
Legislative Green Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Edgehill
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Edgehill, Dover sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Edgehill, Dover over the last 12 months is $262,337, up 29% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,282
Median Age
33
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,210
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$64,714
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.9%
College Graduates
25%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
28°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
22''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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