Real Estate Investing in Camden, Delaware

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 13,579 • Kent County

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Should you buy in Camden, DE? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (67/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.8% 5yr CAGR

3.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $388,315
Avg Monthly Rent $2,167
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Camden Real Estate

Across Camden's 1 ZIPs, the picture is sluggish: $388K median values, $2,167/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

plainly Camden's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects muted investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Rent trends and price trends in Camden are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Delaware.

Population dynamics in Camden haven't been supportive. better suited elsewhere for combined with modest income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Best ZIP codes in Dover, DE

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Avg Home Value
$388,315
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,167
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (DE)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Dover, DE metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
38%
Days Pending
0/2
40 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Dover, DE metro
40
Days to pending
13.0%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Camden, DE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Camden, DE

Where do home prices stand in Camden, DE?

Camden, DE home values average about $388K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $2,167/mo in monthly income.

Is Camden, DE a friendly market for rental owners?

For rental operators, Camden, DE rates as balanced. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

What is the renter demographic in Camden, DE?

Camden, DE offers a even-keeled renter base at the $2,167/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Camden, DE?

Camden, DE sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader DE rental market.

Is house hacking profitable in Camden, DE?

House hacking works a challenging in Camden, DE. Rents of $2,167/mo against $388K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

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