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Suburban living near the capital city
A quaint neighborhood of about 2,000 residents, Kent Acres maintains a suburban atmosphere while being only 2 miles south of Dover. The historic capital city offers plenty of museums and was the former home of American Revolution hero, Caesar Rodney. In fact, the highly-rated school district that serves this community is named after him. Patriotism is also recognized on the east side of Kent Acres, where Dover Air Force Base is. “It’s nice to sit on the front porch and hear the Reveille every morning, and at night they play Taps,” says Steve Schmidt, lifetime local and Broker/Owner with RE/MAX Horizons. But highly ranked schools and affordable proximity to the Capital of the First State aren’t the only benefits of life in Kent Acres. Commuters have convenient access to U.S. Route 13, which runs along the western edge of the neighborhood, and the Puncheon Run Connector leads them to Delaware Route 1, which borders the east side.
Kent Acres is a family-friendly neighborhood in Dover, DE that offers a variety of attractions.
Homebuyers can find a variety of styles of homes in Kent Acres.
House of Coffi, in Dover, by Kent Acres, provides residents with their daily caffeine fix.
Dover, Delaware is a large suburban city with neighborhoods like Kent Acres.
The State House is a historic building in downtown Dover, and is open for tours.
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From quaint ranch homes to spacious Colonial Revivals
Beech, oak and maple trees line the residential streets that weave through the majority of Kent Acres. Some subdivisions feature sidewalks that wrap around quaint, 1,000- to 2,000-square-foot ranch-style or manufactured homes, and price tags typically run from $150,000 to $325,000. “It’s more of a first-time homebuyer area with homes built in the 1960s and 1970s,” Schmidt says. “It originally started as base housing for Dover Air Force Base back in the ‘60s.” In other areas without sidewalks, the roads are kept quiet thanks to off-street vehicle parking in driveways and attached garages. New Traditional and contemporary styles, built in the 2000s, sit on half-acre to full-acre lots with spacious green front lawns and backyards. The sizes of these homes range from 2,500 to 5,000 square feet, and they generally cost between $400,000 and $850,000. There are also Colonial Revival estates in the neighborhood offering over 6,000 square feet of space, some featuring in-ground pools in the backyard. These newer builds, usually constructed within the last 10 years, are priced from $900,000 to upwards of $1.25 million.
Modern traditional homes are found in several developments in Kent Acres.
Ranchers in Kent Acres range from 2 bedroom to 4 bedrooms.
Ranchers are a popular style of home in Kent Acres, a quiet Dover neighborhood.
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Fresh air at Brecknock County Park and St. Jones Greenway
On the west side of Kent Acres, just across the highway, Brecknock County Park offers 86 acres of outdoor recreation. Visitors can explore the Howell Mill Nature Center, walk the trails around the several athletic fields or play on the expansive wooden, castle-themed playground. On the other side of the neighborhood, St. Jones Greenway features a 14-mile trail that follows the St. Jones River. The river eventually flows into Delaware Bay, about 12 miles away, and a waterway also weaves along the south side of Kent Acres into Moores Lake, a popular spot for kayaking and fishing. About 4 miles south of the lake along U.S. Route 13 is the Kent County Public Library, which was awarded the 2024 Library of the Year by the Delaware Library Association for its inclusive reading selections, community programs and events.
The Castle is the main attraction at Brecknock Park.
Kent Acres Rec Center has many fields and indoor courts to get some games in.
Cast your line at Moore's Lake and Boat Launch, in Kent Acres.
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No. 1 Caesar Rodney School District
Caesar Rodney School District, which Niche ranks as the Best School District in Kent County, serves students living in Kent Acres. They can begin at W. Reily Brown Elementary, which receives a B grade from Niche. They can then advance to Fred Fifer Middle School and Caesar Rodney High School, which both receive an A-minus. Caesar Rodney High, ranked as the Best Public High School in Kent County by Niche, recently received the Siemens Foundation Award for Advanced Placement and the Lt. Governor’s Model of Educational Excellence Award. Calvary Christian Academy, graded a B-plus, is a private Pentecostal school in the area that serves students in kindergarten through twelfth grade. The academy is housed in the same building as Calvary Church, which is affiliated with the Assemblies of God denomination.
Caesar Rodney High School prepares students for college and future careers.
W. Reily Brown Elementary offers various programs to support student learning.
Fred Fifer III Middle School starts the school year in September.
Calvary Christian Academy utilizes multiple curriculums to foster academic and spiritual growth.
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Tucked between U.S. Route 13 and Delaware Route 1
U.S. Route 13 runs along the west side of Kent Acres, and the Puncheon Run Connector conveniently connects motorists to Delaware Route 1 – also known as Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway – to the east. There are a few Delaware Administration for Regional Transit, or DART, bus stops along State Road, which cuts north to south through the center of the neighborhood. While there are several hobby airports around Dover for those with small-scale planes, the closest place for residents to catch flights out of state is in Wilmington, about 50 miles north.
Kent Acres, outside of Dover, DE, is located near shopping and dining options.
Lush mature growth trees dot the landscape in Kent Acres, a suburb of Dover, DE.
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Dover Air Force Base is located a few miles from Kent Acres, but does not cause a disruption.
Next door neighbors with Dover Air Force Base
On the east side of Kent Acres is Dover Air Force Base, where there are two runways that can cause noise issues for the surrounding areas. “You hear the plans every once in a while,” Schmidt says. “But the flight patterns very rarely come over the developments in Kent Acres.” The base is home to the active duty 436th Airlift Wing, known as the Eagle Wing, and the reserve’s 512th Airlift Wing, known as the Liberty Wing. Every May, Dover AFB hosts the air show that features the United States Air Force Thunderbirds and the United States Navy Blue Angels. Delaware Bay, which leads into the Atlantic Ocean, is about 10 miles east of Kent Acres.
Local bar and bakery off the highway
Residents are a quick drive away from the fast-food eateries, banks and storefronts that are just off the highway. A few local restaurants are also close, including Touchdown, an American sports bar with pub food, a full bar and occasional live music. Bavarian Bakery and Deli, open only on Fridays, Saturdays and Tuesdays, is a German bakery that offers custom cakes, fresh baked goods and deli sandwiches. There are a few small neighborhood markets in this retail section, but for larger grocery hauls, there’s a Food Lion on the east side of town. The northern area of Kent Acres features a medical park complete with family care, a dental clinic and an optometrist. For more comprehensive medical services, Bayhealth Hospital is about 2 miles north in downtown Dover.
Bavarian Bakery and Deli, in Kent Acres, has fresh baked goods and deli sandwiches daily.
Kent Acre's karaoke at Touchdown Bar sometimes includes impromptu sax notes.
McGlynn's Pub, by Kent Acres, has a delicious crab-topped burger on the menu.
Catch the blues at the VFW #2 near Kent Acres, Thursdays at 7p.
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Coastal day trips and Rehoboth Beach
Residents are about 10 miles from the coast, where they can visit Pickering Beach to find horseshoe crabs skittering across the rocky sand, and about 10 miles further, the shores of Big Stone Beach are full of seashells and stingrays. For a more typical beach experience, the popular sandy destination of Rehoboth Beach is about 45 miles south. “It’s only an hour’s drive away, so you can easily take a day trip out there,” Schmidt says.
Rehoboth Beach is only one hour from Kent Acres, DE.
Summertime in Delaware is an unparalleled magical season.
Enjoy a slower pace of life in Kent Acres, a suburb of Dover, DE.
Port McMahon is a public fishing pier north of Kent Acres.
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Parks in this Area
Brecknock Park
Dover Street Park
Kent Co Veterans Memorial Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kent Acres
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kent Acres Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kent Acres, Dover sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Kent Acres, Dover over the last 12 months is $324,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Don't miss your chance to own one of the last remaining single family lots in the highly sought after Wolf Creek community, located within the Caesar Rodney school district. This prime .81 acre lot offers the perfect canvas to bring your dream home to life in one of Dover's most desirable neighborhoods. Enjoy the convenience of public water and sewer, helping streamline the building process.
Impeccably maintained 3BR/2BA manufactured home on a privately owned 1/2 acre lot located in the Caesar Rodney School District. The Avondale model by Clayton Homes is a spacious, open-concept floor plan with 1,680 feet of living space. The kitchen includes all appliances, a breakfast bar, a walk-in pantry, generous counter space, and opens directly to the dining space and family room. Enjoy
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57B PORCHER STREET -- Available to Immediate Rental: This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom, private-entry, lower-level apartment offers 1,100 square feet of living space. The apartment comes fully-furnished and includes many essential amenities such as heating/air conditioning, a full-size refrigerator and freezer, a microwave and convection oven oven. The bathroom is equipped with standard fixtures, as
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,338
Median Age
40
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,258
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,293
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.2%
College Graduates
28.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.2%
% Population in Labor Force
56.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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