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A neighborhood people appreciate
Wilmington Manor is a neighborhood worth exploring, full of comfortable brick homes and compact, well-kept yards. “This community is a great place to live and to raise a family,” says Pamela Juarez. She is the manager of Crickets Tree Service, which has been in the community for over 20 years. “The neighborhood is home to many different cultures and family dynamics. And everyone gets along. There is a large retiree and senior citizen population here that everyone appreciates. The Howard J. Weston Community Center for seniors is always doing things for the neighborhood, like having picnics for the kids.”
Route 13 is a major highway that runs right through Wilmington Manor.
Take in the views of the Delaware River just south of Wilmington Manor.
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Smaller homes in Wilmington Manor
For potential buyers in the market for homes on the smaller side, the subdivision of Wilmington Manor may be an ideal option. Homes tend to have between one and three bedrooms. Ranch-style homes are popular in Wilmington Manor. Brick colonials and split levels are also plentiful. Most homes were built between the 1940s and 1960s. Most sit back from the streets with private driveways. All but a handful have attached garages. Home prices run between $250,000 and $375,000. Because Delaware has low real estate taxes and no sales tax, the state draws potential homebuyers from nearby metropolitan areas, including Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
Brick single family Homes fill many neighborhood streets in Wilmington Manor.
Those needing less space can opt for a ranch house in Wilmington Manor.
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Community walking trails and playgrounds
Lt. Szczerba Memorial Park at Penn Acres is 7.5 acres. The park, named in honor of a fallen police officer, has walking trails and a large playground with climbing structures for children. Wilmington Manor Garden Park is 10 acres and offers walking paths and a sprawling playground with jungle gyms and swings. Cape Henlopen State Park and Atlantic City are a day trip away for those who seek the sun and seashore.
Battery Park has a paved walking trail along the river for locals to exercise.
The updated playground at Lt. Szczerba Memorial Park is a neighborhood favorite among the kids.
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Health-conscious students at Penn High
Wilmington Manor schools are part of the Colonial School District. Children may begin school at Wilmington Manor Elementary. The school includes kindergarten through fifth grade and holds a C-plus rating from Niche. George Read Middle School also has a C-plus rating. From there, they move on to William Penn High School, which has a B rating. For years, the school has held the state’s largest blood drive in coordination with the Blood Bank of Delmarva. Students in the school’s Allied Health Program assist with the drive.
Wilmington University, a small, private college, is also in the neighborhood. The school focuses on degree programs in nursing and business administration.
William Penn High School has tons of options for students to learn through extracurriculars.
The youngest learners in the area attend Wilmington Manor Elementary School.
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Rockwood Park offers cool fun
As the weather gets hot at the end of June, locals head to Wilmington’s Rockwood Park for the state’s biggest picnic and ice cream festival. The summer event includes lots and lots of ice cream, kids’ activities, live music, food and fireworks. The People’s Festival, held in August, is an annual tribute to reggae singer Bob Marley, who lived in Wilmington for some time. Not only can attendees expect to hear great music, but they may also visit the Children’s Village and the Healing Garden, dine at the international food court and shop arts and crafts from around the world.
Play a pick up game at Lt. Szczerba Memorial Park.
New Castle Farmers Market's parking lot fills with vendors just outside of Wilmington Manor.
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Getting around Wilmington Manor
Wilmington Manor is considered car dependent. Interstate 295 skirts the community’s northern border. The neighborhood is less than 5 miles from downtown Wilmington via U.S. 13 North. Downtown Philadelphia is 35 miles via I-95. Wilmington Airport is just over a mile south of U.S. 13. New Jersey beaches are about 85 miles via the New Jersey Turnpike. Bus service is available to all locations.
If you need a ride, there are plenty of DART bus stops throughout Wilmington Manor.
Getting to the interstate is a breeze from Wilmington Manor.
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Local shopping strips and restaurant scenes
U.S. 13, which runs through the middle of Wilmington Manor and New Castle, is lined with retail stores, small businesses and restaurant chains. Here one can find Home Depot and Ross Dress for Less. If it’s time for grocery shopping, Parivaar Supermarket carries the essentials. While the New Castle Farmer’s Market, open Thursday through Sunday, sells used merchandise, it also carries farm fresh produce. When it comes to dining out, Wilmington Manor residents are 3 miles from historic Old New Castle, a nearby charming historic district with a vibrant restaurant scene. To grab a meal close to home, locals can enjoy the many fast-food restaurants along Route 13. The Dog House has been serving hot dogs since 1952. Locals love the vibrant color scheme in the newly renovated Dove Diner.
Wilmington Manor residents flock to Ioannoni's Sandwich Shop for hot and cold subs.
Jessop's Tavern serves up colonial fare in a historic pub just outside of Wilmington Manor.
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Parks in this Area
Battery Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Parking Lot
Pennwood Park
Castle Hills Park
Lt. Joseph L. Szczerba Memorial Park at Penn Acres
Playground
James Rogers Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Deemer's Beach
Trails
Beach
Ocean
Transit
Airport
Philadelphia International
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Basin Rd & Notre Dame Ave
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Dupont HWY & Jefferson Ave
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Basin Rd & Blount Rd
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.620 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
1/10/2021Niche Review
Within Wilmington Manor there is many places you can hangout with friends and eat fun foods! There is Kirkwood highway with many shops and eatry. Right outside of the suburbs is Newark with another fun area. Maim street offers many hangout spots.
4.0Current Resident
5/21/2019Niche Review
It's very safe for the most part, but a few weeks ago I left my car door open overnight and my stuff got stolen.
5.0Niche User
3/15/2016Niche Review
cops never come in my area or less it concerns someone needing the ambulance
4.0Niche User
3/6/2015Niche Review
I love the restaurants around the place that I live. There are many different kinds of ethnicity and very decent prices!
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wilmington Manor
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wilmington Manor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wilmington Manor, New Castle sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wilmington Manor, New Castle over the last 12 months is $297,500, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,716
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,653
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,769
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.6%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
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®
47/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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