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Rehoboth Beach, DE
Rehoboth Beach · Sussex County · DE 19971
Updated June 24, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$486K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B-Schools
70/100
B-Quietness
70/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score66/100
Our Take
Rehoboth Beach is a pricey beach town with great scenery and a solid school system, but its walkability is almost zero and it can feel crowded in peak season. If you love the ocean and are okay with a higher cost of living and limited public transit, it might suit you; otherwise, consider something more affordable and livable year‑round.
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The Good
- ✓Proximity to the beach and oceanfront properties
- ✓High median household income indicating a relatively affluent community
- ✓Good quality local schools with average ratings around 7/10
- ✓Tourism-driven economy with plenty of dining and entertainment options
Real Talk
- !Very high housing costs and rent relative to the national average
- !Walk score of 0 means most errands require a car
- !Traffic congestion and limited parking can be frustrating, especially in summer
- !Seasonal population surges create noise and crowded streets
- $HOA or condo association fees for many beachfront units
- $Higher property taxes and insurance due to coastal location
- $Maintenance costs for beachfront properties (salt corrosion, sand erosion)
Best For
Retirees looking for a quiet beach retreatVacation homeowners wanting a second propertyPeople who value a strong school system for kidsTourists and part‑time residents
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Rehoboth Beach, DE
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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