Odessa, located in Northern Delaware along the Delaware River and the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal, features a diverse landscape of rolling farmlands, marshy wetlands, and newly constructed suburbs. The community offers a mix of housing options, from contemporary colonials and townhomes in subdivisions like Bayberry North to historic 19th-century colonials listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Homes range from newly built properties with at least 3,000 square feet on quarter-acre lots to spacious split-level and ranch-style homes from the 1980s and ‘90s on one to two-acre properties. Odessa is part of the highly-rated Appoquinimink School District, with students attending Cedar Lane Elementary School, Louis L. Redding Middle School, and Middletown High School, all of which have received high ratings.Outdoor enthusiasts can visit Odessa Memorial Park, which features a playground, basketball court, and walking trail, or explore various pocket parks like Misty Vale Park and Bayberry North Park. For shopping and dining, residents often head to Middletown, about 5 miles away, where they can find stores like Marshalls, Kohl’s, Lidl, and Walmart, as well as dining options such as Augustine Inn Seafood and Chophouse and Cantwell’s Tavern. The nearby Augustine Beach and Augustine Wildlife Area offer opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife observation, with trails like the Port Penn Wetlands Trail providing scenic views.Odessa is well-connected by major highways, including Routes 1, 71, 301, and 13, with Wilmington located 25 miles to the north. While public transportation is not accessible, the community's blend of scenic landscapes and proximity to amenities make it a unique place to live.
