20% off up to $100K in optionsNew homes in Frederica, DE
Cattail Creek
Rural living less than a mile from Route 1. Enjoy the peace of the Delaware countryside with everyday conveniences close by, plus Bowers Beach, museums, nature centers, a public golf course and Bally's Casino Resort nearby. About 175 homesites in all.
$448,300Starting at
¼ to ½ acreHomesites
$100/moHOA
- About 175 homesites, ¼ to ½ acre
- Less than 1 mile from Route 1
- Low HOA fees ($100/month)
- Lake Forest School District
Decorated Reston model: 37 Galena Road, Frederica, DE 19946. Wed to Sun 10am to 5pm (Fri noon to 5pm), or anytime by appointment.
Floor plans & prices
Homes you can build at Cattail Creek
11 floor plans available at Cattail Creek, with starting prices from Insight Homes. Every Insight home is HERS-rated; lower scores mean lower energy bills.
Move-in ready: The Whatley at 54 Levee Court, a move-in ready home here, is under contract. Ask about the next one. See move-in ready homes
The Cartwright
From $477,900
1,821–3,817 sq ft
3–5 BR · 2–3.5 BA · 1 or 2 Story
Three First Floor Bedrooms
HERS 11
The Brenner
From $486,900
1,975–2,489 sq ft
3–4 BR · 2.5–3.5 BA · 2 Story
First Floor Master Bedroom
HERS 12
The Whatley
From $497,900
1,979–3,590 sq ft
3–6 BR · 2–4 BA · 1 or 2 Story
Three First Floor Bedrooms
HERS 12
The Reston
From $499,900 was $560,100
2,484–3,266 sq ft
3–6 BR · 2.5–3.5 BA · 2 Story
Two Master Bedrooms Ready
HERS 17
The Jerry
From $507,900
2,140–3,401 sq ft
3–6 BR · 2–3.5 BA · 1 or 2 Story
Three First Floor Bedrooms
HERS 16
The Peterman II
From $529,900 was $593,100
3,145–3,735 sq ft
4–6 BR · 3–4 BA · 2 Story
Three First Floor Bedrooms
HERS 18
The Nelson
From $542,900
2,405–3,941 sq ft
3–5 BR · 2–3.5 BA · 1 or 2 Story
Three First Floor Bedrooms
HERS 12
The Kramer
From $638,100
3,167–4,277 sq ft
3–6 BR · 2.5–4 BA · 2 Story
First Floor Master Bedroom
HERS 17Prices, incentives and availability as shown on itsjustabetterhouse.com on October 5, 2026. All are subject to change without notice; contact Eric for current details.
The area
Living in Frederica, Delaware
Frederica is a small, historic town in Kent County just off Route 1, between Dover and Milford. Bowers Beach on the Delaware Bay, Bally's Dover, and Dover's shopping and services are all close by.
Schools & community data
Schools and neighborhood facts for Cattail Creek
How Frederica compares with its county and the state, from official U.S. Census Bureau survey data.
Assigned public schools
Lake Forest School District · Board of Education
- K–3Lake Forest East Elementary
- 4–5Lake Forest Central Elementary
- 6–8W.T. Chipman Middle School
- 9–12Lake Forest High School
Assignments from Delaware's official School Locator for the 2025–26 school year. Confirm for a specific homesite, as boundaries can change.
Census snapshot
| Area | Population | Median age | Household income | Own their home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederica | 1,062 | 36.7 | $80,924 | 74% |
| Kent County | 187,604 | 38.8 | $74,477 | 73% |
| Delaware | 1,021,191 | 41.6 | $84,954 | 73% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Household income is the median. “Own their home” is the share of occupied homes that are owner-occupied. Small towns have wider margins of error, and a community may sit just outside town limits.
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