The 2021 $0 down, VA home loan limit for Kent County is $548,250.
Named after the town of Dover England, the state capital and second largest city in Delaware, Dover was established in 1683. The primary purpose of Dover was to act as a “court town” for the recently created Kent County. Home to a large Quaker population, the local government of Dover was a staunch opponent of the institution of slavery., In the proximity to Maryland a slave state, Dover functioned as an important terminal for the underground railroad. Kent County, similar to the other two counties of Delaware is historically significant to the foundation of this nation. Delaware was the first state to ratify the constitution, thus giving it the distinction of being the first American state. Originally a small grain farming community, the local economy has grown rapidly. The state government headquartered in Dover is the largest employer in both the county and state. Kraft Foods, as well as Procter & Gamble, operate production facilities in the county.
In terms of leisure and recreation, Kent County holds two annual NASCAR events at the Dover International Speedway. The Dover Downs Casino and Horse Racetrack is also popular because of its live card action and gaming.
With a sizeable Amish population, 19 museums, and multiple eighteenth-century homes Kent County has something for everyone.
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Veterans in Kent County
Kent County has a veteran population of nearly 20,000. This populous is served by the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs. An office of the Delaware Department of State, services provided include benefits counseling and qualifying assistance. In terms of health and wellness, local veterans have access to the Kent County Community Based Outpatient Clinic located in Dover. This facility provides primary care, mental health, lab and social work services. Dover is also the site of the Dover Air Force Base. The Dover AFB on the western side of the state hosts 3,300 military and employee workers. Units housed at the base include the 436th Maintenance Operations Squadron, the 736th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, the 3rd and 9th Airlift Squadrons and the 436th communications squadron.
VFW Posts:
Post 9962 Dover Memorial Post
141 Springfield Way
Dover, DE 19904
United States
Phone: (302) 736-6740
Meeting Location & Time
656 N Dupont Hwy
Dover, DE 19901-3937
United States
7:00 PM 1st Monday
Quartermaster: N/A
Commander: N/A
Post 6921 Harrington Blue Diamond Post
PO Box 202
Harrington, DE 19952-0202
United States
Phone: (302) 393-4432
Meeting Location & Time
114 E Liberty St
Harrington, DE 19952-1221
United States
6:30 PM 4th Monday
Quartermaster: N/A
Commander: John Carson
Post-6483 Blue Hen Post
77 Veterans Circle
Milford, DE 19963
United States
Phone: (302) 422-4412
Meeting Location & Time
77 Veterans Circle
Milford, DE 19963
United States
7:00 PM Second Tuesday
Quartermaster: Edmund Nickerson
Commander: Steven Lorentz
Maximum VA Appraisal Fees Allowable In Kent County:
- Single Family: $415
- Condominium: $415
- Manufactured Housing: $415
- Duplex $550
- Triplex: $550
- Fourplex: $550
- Repair Certification: $100
Kent County Property Search
The VA HLC property search can be used for the following areas:
Dover, Harrington, Milford
Kent County VA Approved Condos
Condo Name (ID): CHATHAM COVE (PA1013)
Address: DOVER DE 19901 KENT
Status: Accepted Without Conditions
Last Update: Unavailable
Request Received Date: 11/30/2005
Review Completion Date: 01/19/2006
Condo Name (ID): DELAWARE HOUSE CONDO (000256)
Address: 13 E MT. VERNON ST SMYRNA DE 19977 KENT
Status: Accepted Without Conditions
Last Update: Unavailable
Request Received Date: 01/13/2014
Review Completion Date: 01/28/2014
Condo Name (ID): DELWARE HOUSE CONDO (000076)
Address: 13 E MT. VERON ST SMYRNA DE 19977 KENT
Status: Accepted Without Conditions
Last Update: Unavailable
Request Received Date: 01/13/2014
Review Completion Date: 01/28/2014
Condo Name (ID): EAST BAY POINT-UNITS 2-4 (PA1045)
Address: 6-8-10-11-12-13 S MURDERKILL HU DE 19901 KENT
Status: Accepted With Conditions
Last Update: Unavailable
Request Received Date: 10/03/2007
Review Completion Date: 01/31/2008
Links
- Delaware VA Loan Information: https://www.vahomeloancenters.org/delaware-va-home-loan-limits/
- VA Loan Information by State: https://www.vahomeloancenters.org/va-loan-limit-maximum-va-loan-amount/