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 Barclay Farms

2 Paynter's Way

Camden, Delaware  19934

Affordable 55+ Manufactured Home Community in Historic Delaware is in Rural Area but Close to Lots of Things to Do

 
Barclay Farms is a newer (started in 2001) 55+ retirement community located in Camden, Delaware (population 2,500), a growing, rural suburb of Dover, the historic state capital.  This  development offers attractive, low maintenance, manufactured homes in a tranquil country setting and at an affordable price.   Barclay Farms is just wrapping up building its last homes and has 292 freestanding single-family residences, creating a nice-sized development with a welcoming neighborhood feeling.

 

 

This community offers five manufactured home models from which to choose.  The least expensive model, the Canterbury, has two bedrooms, one bath, 1,120 square feet and is priced from $118,500.  The most expensive home is the Saratoga; this model has two bedrooms, two baths and 1680 square feet.  It is priced from $145,200.   Standard features on all homes include fully landscaped and sodded yards, off-street parking, maintenance-free exteriors, cathedral ceilings, formal dining rooms, plush carpeting, large closets and state-of-the-art kitchens.  Homes can be customized with optional features (this will add to the price), including skylights, sunrooms, custom decks, fireplaces, ceiling fans and attached garages.  There are a few resales available starting at around $100,000.  Well behaved pets are welcome.

 

Because this is a manufactured home development, residents do not own the land upon which their homes rest.  Instead, homeowners lease the land and pay a monthly HOA fee (in the low-$400s) that covers leasing the land, snow removal, common areas maintenance, trash pickup and access to all community amenities.  Utilities and real estate taxes are not included in this monthly fee.   All land leases are guaranteed for renewal each year, and each home comes with a warranty that covers the dwelling and all of its operating system.    Once a buyer chooses a home design, the home can usually be ready for occupancy within 120 days.  Visit here for more information.

Barclay Farms considers itself a resort community and has a brand new 6,000 square foot clubhouse and recreational facility that features a library, a state-of-the-art fitness and exercise center, a putting green, a computer center and an outdoor swimming pool with an indoor Jacuzzi.    As with many master-planned retirement developments, an array of social events are scheduled for residents, including dances, potlucks, picnics, forays to the local casino, as well as trips to local museums and theater presentations. 

Crime stats for Camden are above the national average, but residents seem to love their town and say they feel completely safe.  There are several Amish and Mennonite communities around the area, and horse and buggies mingle with autos on the streets.  Historic homes, a small grocery with owners who actually carry customers' bags to their cars and quiet nights are Camden highlights.

Visiting Dover (the town dates from 1682 and is where residents cast the first vote to ratify the U.S. Constitution) offers residents the opportunity to enjoy beautiful parks, NASCAR racing, shopping and casual and fine dining.  Three public golf courses and four private ones are within a short driving distance, as is the Delaware shore.  Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and Baltimore are all within an hour's drive as well.  Silver Lake, a spot for boating and fishing, is just five minutes away.

Health care in this area is very good.  The Health Medical Center/Kent General Hospital is about 15 minutes away and is a full service facility able to treat major medical problems, as well as minor illnesses and injuries.

The climate in central Delaware brings average summer temperatures in the 80s and average winter temperatures in the 30s.  Humidity averages 70%.

 

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