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Milton, DE 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Milton
Milton is a small town located in Southern Delaware. Situated near the Atlantic Coast, Milton is a quaint town with features like a lavender farm and a wildlife refuge. 55+…
Milton is a small town located in Southern Delaware. Situated near the Atlantic Coast, Milton is a quaint town with features like a lavender farm and a wildlife refuge. 55+ communities in Milton offers residents everything one would need close to home, and in addition is just a drive away from larger cities like Dover and Wilmington.
Climate & Geography
Milton experiences all four seasons, but it has milder temperatures than the rest of New England. Summers are warm to hot and can have high humidity because of the city's proximity to the water, and winters are cold but not extreme. The region receives more rainfall and less snowfall than average, and residents can expect around 200 sunny days per year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Milton offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is the perfect serene escape for residents. Located along the coast, the refuge offers activities like hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Nearby beaches like Lewes Beach offer locals a spot to go swimming in the ocean during summer months. Another popular outdoor destination is Lavender Fields Farm, which grows over twenty different types of lavender. Visitors can view the colorful lavender fields and purchase items like lavender tea and soaps.
For entertainment, the Milton Theatre offers various events like movies and comedy shows throughout the year. Locals can also visit the Milton Historical Society to learn more about the area’s history. The museum is located in a building that is over 150 years old.
Milton also has all the daily necessities close to home, like grocery stores and restaurants. Retirees seeking more extensive shopping and entertainment options can drive under an hour to Dover or an hour and a half to Wilmington.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living in Milton is higher than the state and national averages because of its high costs of housing.
Delaware does not tax Social Security benefits, and all other forms of retirement income are eligible for deductions. It is one of the few states that does not impose a sales tax at either the state or local level. Milton 55+ community residents will be happy to know that property taxes in Delaware are also below average.
Health Care
Delaware scores well on Gallup's Well-Being Index, ranking in the top eight states.
Residents have easy access to health care as Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus is located in the city. Another nearby hospital is Beebe Healthcare-Lewes, which U.S. News rates as high performing.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Milton, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Milton has 260 homes, the largest has 400 homes, and the average communities consists of 330 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Milton. The most recent communities started in Milton include Windstone, Heritage Creek. There is also 1 communities in Milton that offers new construction homes, including Heritage Creek.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Milton. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Windstone is a gated communities with 260 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Milton stay on the market for around 569 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $487,686, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Heritage Creek average around $493,042, while homes in Windstone average around $482,331.
87 communities near Milton
471 homes near Milton
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,574 sq ft
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,598 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|Mobile Home
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,092 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,500 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|Mobile Home
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,570 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,151 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,000 sq ft
|Other
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,865 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,748 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,428 sq ft
4 beds
|2 baths
|1,698 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,686 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,862 sq ft
Frequently Asked Questions
In Milton, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Milton has 260 homes, the largest has 400 homes, and the average communities consists of 330 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Milton. The most recent communities started in Milton include Windstone, Heritage Creek. There is also 1 communities in Milton that offers new construction homes, including Heritage Creek.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Milton. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Windstone is a gated communities with 260 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Milton stay on the market for around 569 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $487,686, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Heritage Creek average around $493,042, while homes in Windstone average around $482,331.
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