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Living in Bridgeville
Bridgeville is a small town in Sussex County which is in southwestern Delaware. Bridgeville 55+ communities are great for active adults who enjoy small town living yet want to be…
Bridgeville is a small town in Sussex County which is in southwestern Delaware. Bridgeville 55+ communities are great for active adults who enjoy small town living yet want to be within an easy drive of state forests, wildlife refuges and less than an hour drive from the beach. The 2020 census showed a population of 2,568 with just over 35% of the population being over the age of 45.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Delaware cost of living is above the national average in both housing which almost 8 points more than average and grocery costs which are 14 points above average.
There is no sales tax in Bridgeville as Delaware is one of four states which do not charge sales tax. Bridgeville is in Sussex County where the average property tax is 0.34%. Depending on income level Delaware state income tax rates range from 2.2% to 6.6%. Social Security is not taxed, and Delaware has a $12,500 exclusion for pensions and other retirement income for residents over the age of 60. These tax friendly policies are part of why Bridgeville 55+ communities are popular with active adults.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
There are a variety of leisure options for active adults in the Bridgeville area, including:
Historical Sites and Museums
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- Bridgeville Historical Society
- Seaford Museum
Outdoor Activities
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- Heritage Shores Golf
- Hooper’s Landing Golf Course
- Redden State Forest
Other Activities
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- Middleford Speedway
Climate
The Bridgeville area sees about 8 inches of rain per year, much of it falling during the months of July and August. Average winter temperatures range from 29° to 42°. Summer in Bridgeville is hot with summer temperatures averaging between 70° and 84° with 79% humidity. Average snowfall in Bridgeville is just one inch with the highest chance of snow during the month of January.
Health Care
Bridgeville 55+ community residents have several options for health care in the area. The closest hospitals to Bridgeville are:
TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford is 6.6 miles from Bridgeville. TidalHeath Nanticoke is a 99 bed Level III trauma center. Their cardiac rehabilitation program is nationally certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation, and they have received a Quality Achievement award from the American Heart/American Stroke Association.
Beebe Healthcare Lewes in Lewes, 24.7 miles from Bridgeville. Beebe Healthcare Lewes is a 210 bed Level III trauma center which has received an award for Cardiovascular Quality and Excellence by the American Heart Association as well has high achievement recognition by Healthgrades.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Bridgeville, there is 1 large community with over 1000 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Bridgeville has 1816 homes, the largest has 1816 homes, and the average community consists of 1816 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Bridgeville. The most recent community started in Bridgeville include Heritage Shores. There is also 1 community in Bridgeville that offers new construction homes, including Heritage Shores.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Bridgeville.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Bridgeville stay on the market for around 521 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $399,765, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Heritage Shores average around $399,765.
80 communities near Bridgeville
406 homes near Bridgeville
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,628 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,913 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|2,800 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,420 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,906 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,400 sq ft
|Mobile Home
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,700 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,568 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,716 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,602 sq ft
|Condo
5 beds
|4 baths
|5,325 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,140 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,088 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,900 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,003 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,728 sq ft
5 beds
|5 baths
|3,225 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,855 sq ft
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,550 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,754 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,569 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,778 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,659 sq ft
Frequently Asked Questions
In Bridgeville, there is 1 large community with over 1000 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Bridgeville has 1816 homes, the largest has 1816 homes, and the average community consists of 1816 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Bridgeville. The most recent community started in Bridgeville include Heritage Shores. There is also 1 community in Bridgeville that offers new construction homes, including Heritage Shores.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Bridgeville.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Bridgeville stay on the market for around 521 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $399,765, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Heritage Shores average around $399,765.
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