Best Areas to Live in Milford

Milford's residential character runs from its historic downtown riverfront core to newer residential subdivisions across both the Kent and Sussex sides of the city.

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A historic downtown riverfront core

Milford's older residential neighborhoods cluster around its historic downtown along the Mispillion River.

A genuinely dual-county residential footprint

Newer residential subdivisions exist on both the Kent County and Sussex County sides of Milford, each carrying its own county-specific tax and administrative picture.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.