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Rodney Village

Rodney Village

$257,481 Average Value
$212 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Small Dover suburb with highway convenience

Now a community that blends residential homes with commercial industry along U.S. Route 13, Rodney Village served a different purpose when it was originally built. “In the early 1960s, it was mostly ranch-style homes built for people moving into Dover Air Force Base,” says Steve Schmidt, Broker/Owner with RE/MAX Horizons who grew up in Rodney Village. “It’s small, so more of an area for first-time homebuyers.” This quaint, 1,500-resident community sits about 4 miles west of the military base and 2 miles south of downtown Dover, where the city’s history as the capital of the First State is proudly celebrated. Schmidt mentions that Delaware doesn’t tax social security, which brings a lot of buyers from New York or Pennsylvania. “They want to be close to their kids and grandkids,” he says. “And here, you get more bang for your buck.” The neighborhood also recognizes its modern-day diversity through a variety of international markets and restaurants. Most of the west side is reserved for the Akridge Scout Reservation, where campers embrace old-school recreation, while the south side features Brecknock County Park, where expansive green space features both historic sites and new-age play areas.
Rodney Village is less than 1 square mile of land and about 1,600 residents as of 2010.
Rodney Village is less than 1 square mile of land and about 1,600 residents as of 2010.
Rodney Village is zoned for the Caesar Rodney School District.
Rodney Village is zoned for the Caesar Rodney School District.
Rodney Village, in Kent County, is a small suburban neighborhood outside of Dover.
Rodney Village, in Kent County, is a small suburban neighborhood outside of Dover.
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1960s ranch homes and 1970s Split-levels

The established residential subdivisions of Rodney Village are lined with sidewalks, and the roads are generally kept quiet thanks to driveways that offer off-street parking and plenty of stop signs. Common housing types include ranch-style and raised ranch homes built in the 1950s and 1960s, with some split-levels from the 1970s. Many properties feature driveways and carports, and some include attached garages and fenced-in backyards. Properties sit on cozy, manicured front lawns and typically range from 1,000 to 2,500 square feet in size. Price tags for these single-family residences generally stay between $200,000 and $300,000.
Split level homes with tidy yards are common in Rodney Village.
Split level homes with tidy yards are common in Rodney Village.
Larger brick and vinyl-sided split level homes with yards are spread throughout Rodney Village.
Larger brick and vinyl-sided split level homes with yards are spread throughout Rodney Village.
Some homes in Rodney Village are smaller and more like cottages.
Some homes in Rodney Village are smaller and more like cottages.
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Local cafes, diners and pubs along U.S. Route 13

While half of Rodney Village is residential, the other half is commercial. Residents meet most of their retail and dining needs around U.S. Route 13, which runs along the area’s east side. Rodney Village Shopping Mall is home to salons, eateries, a pharmacy and discount stores like Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Goodwill and Dollar General. Next to the plaza, Doverama is a bowling alley with 32 lanes. Just across the highway, Bavarian Bakery and Deli – open Fridays, Saturdays and Tuesdays only – offers German pastries, custom cakes and deli sandwiches. Trini Quizeen is a Black- and woman-owned Caribbean restaurant housed inside a small cottage that’s open Wednesdays through Saturdays. Touchdown is the local watering hole, serving pub food and drinks alongside billiards and live music. There are several international food markets along U.S. Route 13, including El Super Latin Groceries, Produce Village & Wholesale and M&C Caribbean Market. For larger grocery hauls, Redner’s is about a mile south down the highway.
Get the best double you'll ever have at Trini Quizeen, found in Rodney Village and at festivals.
Get the best double you'll ever have at Trini Quizeen, found in Rodney Village and at festivals.
McGlynns Pub - Dover serves up the best crab-topped burger and brews around.
McGlynns Pub - Dover serves up the best crab-topped burger and brews around.
Rail Haus is a local taphouse with a family friendly vibe near Rodney Village.
Rail Haus is a local taphouse with a family friendly vibe near Rodney Village.
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Proximity to Brecknock County Park

Rodney Village residents have the benefit of being within walking distance from one of the most popular parks in Kent County, Brecknock County Park. With 86 acres of outdoor recreation, this park offers both paved and unpaved walking trails that loop around athletic fields and pavilions. The highlight of this park, however, is Piccadilly Castle, an expansive wooden castle-themed playground for children 12 and younger. A few historic buildings are also on-site, including the Main House, which was built in the 1700s, and the Tenant House, built in the 1800s. On the west side of the neighborhood, Kent County Recreation Center has an indoor gym that hosts youth sports leagues and an outdoor area with a playground, walking trails and athletic fields. In the same building, the Boys & Girls Club has 25,000 square feet of space for daycare and after-school programs. Situated between Brecknock County Park and the Rec Center, the 85-acre Akridge Scout Reservation hosts Boy Scout camps and programs, as well as non-affiliated camping excursions.
The Castle is the main attraction at Brecknock Park.
The Castle is the main attraction at Brecknock Park.
Moore's Lake provides a relaxing spot to launch your boat or fish from the shore.
Moore's Lake provides a relaxing spot to launch your boat or fish from the shore.
Enjoy the peaceful, slow-paced life in Rodney Village, a suburb of Dover.
Enjoy the peaceful, slow-paced life in Rodney Village, a suburb of Dover.
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AP opportunities at No. 1 Caesar Rodney High School

Students living in Rodney Village are part of the Caesar Rodney School District, which is ranked as the Best School District in Kent County by Niche. Starting at W. Reily Brown Elementary, graded a B from Niche, students can then progress to Fred Fifer Middle, which receives an A-minus grade. Caesar Rodney High, which Niche gives an A-minus and ranks as the Best Public High School in the county, received the Siemens Foundation Award for Advanced Placement. This honor is awarded to schools with students who receive an AP score of 5 on at least three exams, and Caesar Rodney High offers 23 AP courses. Calvary Christian Academy is a private kindergarten through twelfth-grade Pentecostal school with a B-plus Niche grade. The academy shares its campus with Calvary Church, a community church in affiliation with the Assemblies of God denomination.
Caesar Rodney High School prepares students for college and future careers.
Caesar Rodney High School prepares students for college and future careers.
W. Reily Brown Elementary focuses on nurturing students to learn at their best.
W. Reily Brown Elementary focuses on nurturing students to learn at their best.
Fred Fifer III Middle School has a dedicated staff supporting student development.
Fred Fifer III Middle School has a dedicated staff supporting student development.
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The annual Peach Festival and Dover Days

In Camden, the town that borders Rodney Village on the south side, the community gathers for the Peach Festival on the first Saturday of August. From morning to late afternoon, there are food and craft vendors and a peach dessert contest, with winners voted on by the public. “The peach industry is pretty big at Fifer’s Farm,” Schmidt says, referring to the farm located about 2 miles west of the neighborhood. There, a farm-fresh produce store – which also serves ice cream and cider slushies – attracts people from all over to pick peaches, blueberries and sunflowers. Another highly anticipated annual event, Dover Days is held during the first week each May. Celebrated just 2 miles north in Downtown Dover, this 91-year event showcases Dover’s cultural and historical significance as the Capital of the First State through horse and buggy rides, 1700s-era garb, music and evening fireworks.
Families love spending time together at the Peach Festival.
Families love spending time together at the Peach Festival.
Vendors showcase their crafts and handmade goods at the Peach Festival.
Vendors showcase their crafts and handmade goods at the Peach Festival.
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Access to U.S. Route 13 and Delaware Route 1

In addition to U.S. Route 13 running along the east side, the P.O.W./M.I.A. Parkway cuts through Rodney Village, serving as an alternate route to the surrounding areas. Delaware Route 1 is about 2 miles east via the Puncheon Run Connector, which leads residents to Wilmington, about 50 miles north. There, Wilmington Airport offers domestic flights through Avelo Air and American Airlines. A 45-mile drive south on Delaware Route 1 will lead to Rehoboth Beach, a popular summer destination with a boardwalk and sandy shores. “You can easily take a day trip,” Schmidt says. “We like to take our jeep out onto the beach.” For those without a vehicle, there are a few Delaware Authority for Regional Transit – or DART – bus stops peppered throughout the eastern section of the neighborhood.
Rodney Village is only 10 minutes from Bally Casino and Dover Speedway.
Rodney Village is only 10 minutes from Bally Casino and Dover Speedway.
Rodney Village is right off of Rt.13 and Rt. 1 which take residents to Dover and beyond.
Rodney Village is right off of Rt.13 and Rt. 1 which take residents to Dover and beyond.
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Dover Air Force Base, near Rodney Village, is a formidable presence.
Dover Air Force Base, near Rodney Village, is a formidable presence.

First State Air Show at Dover Air Force Base

Dover Air Force Base is located about 2 miles from Rodney Village, from which residents might hear aircraft taking off and landing on the base’s two runways. “You hear the planes every once in a while,” Schmidt says, “But the flight patterns very rarely come over the developments in Rodney Village.” Dover Air Force 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, people travel from all over the country to watch the air show, where the United States Air Force Thunderbirds and the United States Navy Blue Angels demonstrate their world-famous flight skills.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Rodney Village US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

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Rodney Village Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$437,000
Median Sale Price
$313,350
Median Single Family Sale Price
$499,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$212

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
382
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,219
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

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    $279,000

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    • 1,100 Sq Ft
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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,656
Median Age
38
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,923
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,147

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
19.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.3%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

57 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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