Best Areas to Live in Claymont
Claymont's residential character runs from established, older neighborhoods to a real, new development taking shape around the First State Crossing redevelopment and rail station.
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Learn moreEstablished residential neighborhoods
Claymont's existing residential areas run along its historic street grid, generally west of I-95 and closer to the Naamans Creek and Delaware River corridors.
New construction near First State Crossing
The First State Crossing redevelopment's planned 620 townhomes and 576 apartments represent a genuinely new residential option distinct from Claymont's existing housing stock, positioned near the new commuter rail station.
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Key takeaways
- Claymont's existing neighborhoods sit along its historic street grid.
- New construction tied to First State Crossing represents a genuinely distinct, newer residential option near the rail station.
- Confirm current, address-specific hazard and school data directly with local sources.
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