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Living a Small town Lifestyle in Frederica, Delaware

Frederica is a very small (less than 800) Delaware town just south of Dover and fairly near the Delaware River Bay.  Formerly agricultural, the area is transitioning into suburbs and active adult communities are being built here as well.

Where to Retire in Frederica and Home Prices

There are active adult in the area (see link at top left). The median home value was about $206,669 in early late 2021, according to Zillow, and well below the national average.

What Is Special about Frederica

Frederica offers small town living in tax-friendly Delaware.  It is close to the water as well as the Murderkill River Nature Preserve.

What Is Not Special about Frederica

We have seen Frederica referred to as a "Gool 'Ole Boy" kind of town, but have no personal experience to verify that.

Climate and Physical Environment

Frederica is on the Delmarva Peninsula south of Dover and fairly near the Delaware Bay.  The average January low temp is 24 and the average July high is 87. The wettest month is August with 4+".

Restaurants & Cultural Scene

For cultural opportunities you will want to go to Wilmington, Dover, or Baltimore.

Crime

Crime in Frederica is just about the national average.

Medical Facilities

The nearest hospital is 12 miles away in Dover.

Transportation

Frederica is average in walkabilty when compared to other communities.

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