Why Live in Delano Township
Delano Township in Wichita's northwestern region is a growing suburban area known for its lakeside living and rural tranquility. The neighborhood features custom-built homes in the Sandcrest and Emerald Bay Estates communities, with properties ranging from $700,000 to $2 million. These contemporary estates often include three-car garages, 1-acre lots, and private boat docks on spring-fed lakes. While waterfront homes may face flooding risks, stone retaining walls help mitigate this issue. Residents have access to community clubhouses with pools and boat ramps. The area is zoned for the highly rated Maize Unified School District, including Maize South Elementary, Intermediate, Middle, and High Schools, all of which have high ratings. Sedgwick County Park, Wichita's largest green space, borders the southern region of Delano Township and offers a 4-mile sidewalk network, lakes for fishing, and cultural events like the Great Plains Renaissance Festival and Highland Games. Commercial options are concentrated along West 21st Street, less than 5 miles away, featuring restaurants like 6S steakhouse and Mexico Viejo, as well as shopping centers like NewMarket Square. The Kansas Grown Farmers Market operates nearby every Saturday from April to October. While the area lacks public transportation, it is convenient for drivers, with Interstate 235 just 2 miles east and Wichita’s Old Town entertainment district 8 miles away. The Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport is 11 miles south, and Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa hospital is 8 miles away.