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Westover Hills

Westover Hills

$1,178,521 Average Value
$233 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Wilmington's first upscale suburb

Westover Hills, located just outside city limits, was developed as Wilmington's first upscale suburban residential zone in 1927. Nearly a century later, sprawling historic estates stand alongside modern Neo-Colonial architecture on expansive, carefully manicured lawns. With its focus on luxury amenities, Westover Hills's reputation remains unchanged as the entry point to its most exclusive neighborhoods. "It's the gateway to 'chateau country,'" says Monica Hill, a 25-year veteran with RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington. "It's that old character and charm without being in the countryside."
Just outside of Wilmington’s city limits, Westover Hills is the gateway to Chateau Country.
Just outside of Wilmington’s city limits, Westover Hills is the gateway to Chateau Country.
The tree-lined streets of Westover Hills shade historic homes and paved sidewalks.
The tree-lined streets of Westover Hills shade historic homes and paved sidewalks.
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Colonials on wide, green lawns

Known as a home for the well-heeled, houses in the Westover Hills area reflect that reputation, with houses set back from the road on large lots with landscaping that demonstrates "great pride of ownership," says Hill. "It's just a place you drive through and say, 'Ah, how beautiful is this?'" Homes generally have at least 2,000 square feet, many easily doubling that. Tudor homes, French Country Modern and ranch-style dwellings can be found in the area, but the most common variety is Colonial, which begins in the low $700,000s. Remodeled rambler-style homes can reach the high $800,000s, while a historic Colonial on 1 acre of land will run $1.7 million.
A large, brick colonial showcases the stately architecture found in Westover Hills neighborhood.
A large, brick colonial showcases the stately architecture found in Westover Hills neighborhood.
Historic colonial homes sit next to sprawling tudor mansions in Westover Hills
Historic colonial homes sit next to sprawling tudor mansions in Westover Hills
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Some of Delaware's best schools

Students in Westover Hills might begin at Brandywine Springs School, which scores an A-minus on Niche, before attending Alexis I. du Pont Middle School, which has a C-plus. Finally, they can enroll at Alexis I. du Pont High School, which maintains a B. The area is also home to prestigious private schools, including A-plus ranked Tower Hill School, the #1 Best Private K12 School in Delaware and the #2 Best Private High School in Delaware according to Niche.
A.I. DuPont Middle School serves roughly 500 students in grades 6 through 8.
A.I. DuPont Middle School serves roughly 500 students in grades 6 through 8.
Brandywine Springs School has received an overall A rating from Niche.
Brandywine Springs School has received an overall A rating from Niche.
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Tee times and the Rockford Park Tower

Residents can visit Ed Oliver Golf Club to set up a tee time on their par 70 18-hole course, built on the former site of the original Wilmington Country Club. 1.5 miles east of Westover Hills, residents can visit the historic Rockford Park, a 68-acre space of greenery that includes a dog park, baseball fields and a 100-year-old stone water tower.
The 100 year-old Rockford Tower is the centerpiece of Rockford Park in Westover Hills.
The 100 year-old Rockford Tower is the centerpiece of Rockford Park in Westover Hills.
Hit the links and get 18 holes in  Westover Hills at Ed Oliver Golf Course.
Hit the links and get 18 holes in Westover Hills at Ed Oliver Golf Course.
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Fresh fish at Feby's

When it comes to dining out, locals have been visiting Feby's Fishery for fresh fish, crab cake sandwiches and hog island oysters since 1974. kaffé KARMA offers gourmet coffee and breakfast options during the day before converting into a yoga studio in the evenings. The local Wegmans is available whenever the fridge seems a little empty.
Feby’s Fishery opened to the public in June of 1974 in Westover HIlls
Feby’s Fishery opened to the public in June of 1974 in Westover HIlls
Feby's began as a small market but grew into a Westover Hills full-scale seafood restaurant.
Feby's began as a small market but grew into a Westover Hills full-scale seafood restaurant.
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Convenient to Wilmington and Philly

Bordering Westover Hills to the north, Route 141 offers convenient access to downtown Wilmington, while nearby Interstate 295 will get drivers to Philadelphia, located 35 miles northeast.
Nearby Amtrak stations make getting to nearby cities a breeze from Westover Hills.
Nearby Amtrak stations make getting to nearby cities a breeze from Westover Hills.
Many bus stops service the residents of Westover Hills including the new Barley Mill stop.
Many bus stops service the residents of Westover Hills including the new Barley Mill stop.
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Roses at Brandywine Park

For those who like to stop and smell the roses, the Jasper Crane Rose Garden Party is an annual celebration of botanicals, food and the great outdoors held 3 miles east of Westover Hills at Brandywine Park.
Brandywine Park is a favorite for many of the locals to spend time outside.
Brandywine Park is a favorite for many of the locals to spend time outside.
Brandywine Zoo is a great place to bring the kids year-round near Westover Hills.
Brandywine Zoo is a great place to bring the kids year-round near Westover Hills.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Philadelphia International

37 min drive

Bus

Lancaster Pk & Barley Mill Plaza

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Kennett Pk & Hopeton Rd

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Kennett Pk & Christiana Care

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Centre Rd & Barley Mill Plaza

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Barley Mill Plaza - Inside

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Westover Hills Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$449,900
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
131%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$233

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
359
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,791
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,167
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,780

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
958
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$145,454
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,537

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.9%
College Graduates
67.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
54.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

21 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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