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Delaware has become a major destination for East Coast retirees—and the financial metrics explain why. With no state tax on Social Security, zero sales tax, and an exceptionally…
Delaware has become a major destination for East Coast retirees—and the financial metrics explain why. With no state tax on Social Security, zero sales tax, and an exceptionally low effective property tax rate (~0.43%), the First State functions as an absolute tax haven for active adults looking to stretch their retirement nest eggs. Because of the state’s compact geography, low-maintenance coastal-adjacent living near Lewes and Rehoboth Beach sits less than two hours from the suburban conveniences of Wilmington and the greater Philadelphia metro.Delaware is home to 88 active adult communities, featuring residential options starting in the low $200Ks and averaging around $475K. Heritage Shores in Bridgeville (1,816 homes) stands as the state's largest master-planned golf community, while neighborhoods like Independence in Millsboro and The Villages at Red Mill Pond in Lewes offer highly sought-after, amenity-filled enclaves just short drives from the Atlantic shoreline. 55places has mapped out every local development with verified pricing, resident reviews, and on-site expert agent connections.

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5 rating (1 reviews) Stirling Glen
$300ks
Stirling Glen, Williamstown, NJ
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2015 - present | 195 homes
Whispering Woods
$300ks - $400ks
Whispering Woods, Middletown, DE
New and Resale | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2017 - present | 178 homes
Traditions at Longwood
$400ks - $600ks
Traditions at Longwood, Kennett Square, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2001 - 2006 | 300 homes
5 rating (1 reviews) Springmill
$300ks - $400ks
Springmill, Middletown, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2000 - 2007 | 362 homes
Fieldstone Village
$200ks - $300ks
Fieldstone Village, Dover, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2002 - present | 98 homes
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4.5 rating (2 reviews) Southern Meadow
$100ks - $200ks
Southern Meadow, Magnolia, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2007 - 2015 | 120 homes
Crossings at Christiana
$200ks
Crossings at Christiana, Bear, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2003 - 2011 | 140 homes
Harrogate
$400ks
Harrogate, Landenberg, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2005 - 2010 | 124 homes
1 rating (1 reviews) Brittany Hills
$300ks - $400ks
Brittany Hills, Avondale, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2002 - 2007 | 126 homes
Village of Red Lion Creek
$200ks - $300ks
Village of Red Lion Creek, Bear, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2002 - 2005 | 85 homes
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4.5 rating (2 reviews) Villages at Aberdeen
$200ks - $300ks
Villages at Aberdeen, Clayton, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2008 - 2016 | 160 homes
Victoria Gardens
$200ks - $400ks
Victoria Gardens, Kennett Square, PA
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2002 - 2008 | 48 homes
Creekside Village
$100ks - $400ks
Creekside Village, Boothwyn, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2003 - 2018 | 346 homes
The Greens
$300ks
The GreensLaurel Springs, NJ
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2025 - present | 117 homes
5 rating (1 reviews) Westtown Reserve
$300ks
Westtown Reserve, West Chester, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2011 - 2014 | 32 homes
Traditions at Ridley Cree...
$200ks
Traditions at Ridley Cree..., Brookhaven, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2007 - 2012 | 140 homes
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3.7 rating (3 reviews) Foxfield
$300ks - $400ks
Foxfield, Garnet Valley, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2004 - 2013 | 520 homes
RiverWinds
$100ks - $300ks
RiverWinds, West Deptford, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2001 - 2006 | 355 homes
3.3 rating (3 reviews) Windstone
$400ks
Windstone, Milton, DE
Resale Only | Age-targeted | Built 2017 - 2022 | 260 homes
Legacy at East Greenwich
$300ks - $400ks
Legacy at East Greenwich, Clarksboro, NJ
New Construction | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2019 - present | 140 homes
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Milltown Village
$500ks
Milltown Village, Wilmington, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2008 - 2017 | 115 homes
Spicer Estates
$200ks - $300ks
Spicer Estates, Mullica Hill, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2003 - present | 225 homes
5 rating (1 reviews) Four Seasons at Weatherby
$200ks - $400ks
Four Seasons at Weatherby, Woolwich, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2005 - 2013 | 428 homes
Village of Long Creek
$400ks
Village of Long Creek, Newark, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2007 - 2016 | 100 homes
The Village of Rocky Run
$400ks - $500ks
The Village of Rocky Run, Wilmington, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 1999 - 2004 | 96 homes
Little Falls Village
$300ks - $400ks
Little Falls Village, Wilmington, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2001 - 2004 | 107 homes
Riviera at Concord
$400ks - $500ks
Riviera at Concord, Garnet Valley, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2003 - 2006 | 127 homes
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Windsor at Glen Mills
$200ks
Windsor at Glen Mills, Glen Mills, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2006 - 2007 | 131 homes
5 rating (1 reviews) The Courtyards at Brandyw...
$400ks - $500ks
The Courtyards at Brandyw..., Wilmington, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2009 - 2016 | 184 homes
Roesville
$300ks
Roesville, Felton, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2008 - 2014 | 470 homes
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Harlow Pointe
$300ks - $400ks
Harlow Pointe, Landenberg, PA
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2015 - 2020 | 42 homes
Cedar Bay
$200ks - $300ks
Cedar Bay, Ocean View, DE
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2005 - 2006 | 72 homes
Forest Landing at Bethany...
$300ks - $500ks
Forest Landing at Bethany..., Frankford, DE
New and Resale | Age-targeted | Built 2012 - present | 280 homes
Four Seasons at Forest Me...
$300ks
Four Seasons at Forest Me..., Sicklerville, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2002 - 2007 | 152 homes
The Village Grande at Cam...
$200ks - $400ks
The Village Grande at Cam..., Glassboro, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2008 - present | 450 homes
Gatherings at East Greenw...
$400ks
Gatherings at East Greenw..., Clarksboro, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2008 - 2014 | 161 homes
Kings Run at Haddon Heigh...
$200ks
Kings Run at Haddon Heigh..., Haddon Heights, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2008 - 2009 | 66 homes
Heatherwood
$200ks - $300ks
Heatherwood, Sewell, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2002 - 2007 | 160 homes
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The Maples
$100ks - $200ks
The Maples, Pennsauken, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2011 - 2014 | 50 homes
The Village at Country Ga...
$300ks - $400ks
The Village at Country Ga..., Sewell, NJ
Resale Only | 55+ age-restricted | Built 2006 - 2022 | 223 homes
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Fieldstone Village 8 PLATINUM DR, DOVER, DE, 19901, Dover, DE 19901
$314,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,380 sq ft

8 PLATINUM DR, DOVER, DE, 19901
Community: Fieldstone Village
Verona Woods 66 KALLISTO CT, DOVER, DE, 19901, Dover, DE 19901
$399,000

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,576 sq ft

66 KALLISTO CT, DOVER, DE, 19901
Community: Verona Woods
Noble's Pond 18 MATISSE PL, DOVER, DE, 19904, Dover, DE 19904
$610,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,727 sq ft

18 MATISSE PL, DOVER, DE, 19904
Community: Noble's Pond
Independence 23730 SAMUEL ADAMS CIR, MILLSBORO, DE, 1..., Millsboro, DE 19966
$669,000

4 beds

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3 baths

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3,191 sq ft

23730 SAMUEL ADAMS CIR, MILLSBORO, DE, 1...
Community: Independence
Heritage Shores 1 HARLEQUIN LOOP, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 19933, Bridgeville, DE 19933
$344,900

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,733 sq ft

1 HARLEQUIN LOOP, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 19933
Community: Heritage Shores
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Heritage Shores 85 EMILYS PINTAIL DR, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 1..., Bridgeville, DE 19933
$324,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,574 sq ft

85 EMILYS PINTAIL DR, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 1...
Community: Heritage Shores
Auburn Meadows 101 HANOVER AVE, SMYRNA, DE, 19977, Smyrna, DE 19977
$475,000

3 beds

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3 baths

|

2,361 sq ft

101 HANOVER AVE, SMYRNA, DE, 19977
Community: Auburn Meadows
Heritage Shores 134 WATERSIDE DR, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 19933, Bridgeville, DE 19933
$300,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,320 sq ft

134 WATERSIDE DR, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 19933
Community: Heritage Shores
Heritage Shores 110 WINGED FOOT DR, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 199..., Bridgeville, DE 19933
$519,000

4 beds

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3 baths

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2,598 sq ft

110 WINGED FOOT DR, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 199...
Community: Heritage Shores
New Springmill 18 SPRINGMILL DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709, Middletown, DE 19709
$475,000

2 beds

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2 baths

|

2,375 sq ft

18 SPRINGMILL DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709
Community: Springmill
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New Traditions at Whitehall 204 BALDY LN ANNANDALE MODEL, MIDDLETOWN..., Middletown, DE 19709
$429,000

2 beds

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3 baths

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1,794 sq ft

204 BALDY LN ANNANDALE MODEL, MIDDLETOWN...
New Traditions at Whitehall 204 BALDY LN ALRICH MODEL, MIDDLETOWN, D..., Middletown, DE 19709
$429,000

2 beds

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3 baths

|

1,794 sq ft

204 BALDY LN ALRICH MODEL, MIDDLETOWN, D...
New The Village of Cinderberry 54 FRANKENBERRY DR, GEORGETOWN, DE, 1994..., Georgetown, DE 19947
$324,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,621 sq ft

|

Condo

54 FRANKENBERRY DR, GEORGETOWN, DE, 1994...
New Bay Crossing 34751 MARITIME WAY, LEWES, DE, 19958, Lewes, DE 19958
$585,000

2 beds

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3 baths

|

2,740 sq ft

34751 MARITIME WAY, LEWES, DE, 19958
Community: Bay Crossing
New Venue at Winchelsea 3219 RYE HARBOUR WAY, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19..., Middletown, DE 19709
$529,000

2 beds

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3 baths

|

1,778 sq ft

3219 RYE HARBOUR WAY, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19...
Community: Venue at Winchelsea
New Carriages at Orchard Glen 2 DENALI DR, MONROEVILLE, NJ, 08343, Monroeville, NJ 08343
$449,990

3 beds

|

3 baths

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2,114 sq ft

2 DENALI DR, MONROEVILLE, NJ, 08343
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New Carriages at Orchard Glen 216 TETON CT, MONROEVILLE, NJ, 08343, Monroeville, NJ 08343
$560,985

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,401 sq ft

216 TETON CT, MONROEVILLE, NJ, 08343
New Carriages at Orchard Glen 212 TETON CT, MONROEVILLE, NJ, 08343, Monroeville, NJ 08343
$544,985

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,401 sq ft

212 TETON CT, MONROEVILLE, NJ, 08343
Belmont 2106 HALF MILE POST, GARNET VALLEY, PA, ..., Garnet Valley, PA 19060
$539,900

2 beds

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3 baths

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1,993 sq ft

2106 HALF MILE POST, GARNET VALLEY, PA, ...
Community: Belmont
Cindy Certified
110 PARK AVE 460, SWARTHMORE, PA, 19081, Swarthmore, PA 19081
$1,525,000

2 beds

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3 baths

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1,791 sq ft

|

Condo

110 PARK AVE 460, SWARTHMORE, PA, 19081
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Legacy at The Preserve at Deep Creek 272 ANGLESEY DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709, Middletown, DE 19709
$535,000

3 beds

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3 baths

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3,303 sq ft

272 ANGLESEY DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709
Four Seasons at Silver Maple 420 WINTERBERRY DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 1970..., Middletown, DE 19709
$519,000

3 beds

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3 baths

|

3,100 sq ft

420 WINTERBERRY DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 1970...
Legacy at The Preserve at Deep Creek 646 SWANSEA DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709, Middletown, DE 19709
$683,500

5 beds

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4 baths

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4,525 sq ft

646 SWANSEA DR, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709
Noble's Pond 1111 RESORT BLVD, DOVER, DE, 19904, Dover, DE 19904
$368,500

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,142 sq ft

1111 RESORT BLVD, DOVER, DE, 19904
Community: Noble's Pond
The Village of Hershey Run 61 STANDIFORD CT 146, WILMINGTON, DE, 19..., Wilmington, DE 19804
$279,900

2 beds

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2 baths

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Condo

61 STANDIFORD CT 146, WILMINGTON, DE, 19...
Four Seasons at Millville 29 DITMAN ST, MILLVILLE, NJ, 08332, Millville, NJ 08332
$399,900

3 beds

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2 baths

|

1,550 sq ft

29 DITMAN ST, MILLVILLE, NJ, 08332
Forest Landing at Bethany Beach 36725 PAR LN 98, FRANKFORD, DE, 19945, Frankford, DE 19945
$559,000

4 beds

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3 baths

|

2,400 sq ft

|

Condo

36725 PAR LN 98, FRANKFORD, DE, 19945
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Legacy at East Greenwich 313 CHARLES CORLISS BLVD, CLARKSBORO, NJ..., Clarksboro, NJ 08020
$450,000

3 beds

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2 baths

|

1,564 sq ft

313 CHARLES CORLISS BLVD, CLARKSBORO, NJ...
Crossings at Christiana 232 GLADSTONE WAY, BEAR, DE, 19701, Bear, DE 19701
$359,900

2 beds

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3 baths

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1,575 sq ft

232 GLADSTONE WAY, BEAR, DE, 19701
Cindy Certified
233 GILPIN DR, WEST CHESTER, PA, 19382, West Chester, PA 19382
$496,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,726 sq ft

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Condo

233 GILPIN DR, WEST CHESTER, PA, 19382
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Auburn Meadows 814 VIRDIN DR, SMYRNA, DE, 19977, Smyrna, DE 19977
$414,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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1,728 sq ft

814 VIRDIN DR, SMYRNA, DE, 19977
Community: Auburn Meadows
Four Seasons at Weatherby 7 DUXBURY CT, SWEDESBORO, NJ, 08085, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
$399,900

2 beds

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2 baths

|

1,668 sq ft

7 DUXBURY CT, SWEDESBORO, NJ, 08085
Traditions at Longwood 438 LARKSPUR DR, KENNETT SQUARE, PA, 193..., Kennett Square, PA 19348
$690,000

3 beds

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3 baths

|

3,135 sq ft

438 LARKSPUR DR, KENNETT SQUARE, PA, 193...
Four Seasons at Millville 47 DITMAN ST, MILLVILLE, NJ, 08332, Millville, NJ 08332
$429,900

3 beds

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2 baths

|

1,560 sq ft

47 DITMAN ST, MILLVILLE, NJ, 08332
Venue at Winchelsea 3022 IVYHOUSE LN, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709, Middletown, DE 19709
$545,749

3 beds

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3 baths

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2,065 sq ft

3022 IVYHOUSE LN, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 19709
Community: Venue at Winchelsea
Foxfield 1631 VILLAGE AVE, GARNET VALLEY, PA, 190..., Garnet Valley, PA 19060
$535,000

2 beds

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2 baths

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2,047 sq ft

1631 VILLAGE AVE, GARNET VALLEY, PA, 190...
Community: Foxfield
The Village of Cinderberry 11 TEABERRY LN, GEORGETOWN, DE, 19947, Georgetown, DE 19947
$359,800

3 beds

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2 baths

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1,648 sq ft

|

Condo

11 TEABERRY LN, GEORGETOWN, DE, 19947
Heatherwood 15 CASERTA DR, SEWELL, NJ, 08080, Sewell, NJ 08080
$399,900

3 beds

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2 baths

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2,192 sq ft

15 CASERTA DR, SEWELL, NJ, 08080
Community: Heatherwood
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Spring Meadow 53 CORNFLOWER CT, SMYRNA, DE, 19977, Smyrna, DE 19977
$345,000

3 beds

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3 baths

|

1,764 sq ft

53 CORNFLOWER CT, SMYRNA, DE, 19977
Community: Spring Meadow
Four Seasons at Silver Maple 158 SILVER MAPLE RD, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 197..., Middletown, DE 19709
$530,000

3 beds

|

2 baths

|

2,050 sq ft

158 SILVER MAPLE RD, MIDDLETOWN, DE, 197...
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