Dunbarton Apartments in Georgetown, DE

Dunbarton Apartments is an independent living community in Georgetown, DE.

Information last verified: January 18, 2026

301 Dunbarton Oaks, Georgetown, DE 19947

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.2 from 60 reviews

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Overall Review of Dunbarton Apartments

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Safety concerns come up often

Residents express serious concerns about safety and drug activity in the area.

Several reviews describe the community as unsafe, citing shootings, drugs, and serious incidents involving residents. A few reviewers also mention residents finding drug activity nearby or experiencing trouble in and around the property. There are even comments about a death in the hallway that heightens concern. One review also ties ongoing issues to management awareness without corrective action.

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Privacy and upkeep are criticized

Some residents report disrespectful access and ongoing maintenance problems.

Residents describe landlord and maintenance conduct they say violates expectations, including entering apartments without permission. The same reviews also point to maintenance not fixing issues and residents reporting things like damage, missing items, or conditions left unresolved. Together, these comments focus less on a single maintenance event and more on how access and repairs are handled.

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Buildings feel run down

Multiple reviewers say the property needs more updating and repairs.

A review describes the apartments as run down and in desperate need of updating. Another review reinforces that theme by saying things are still not being fixed over time, and that elderly residents were affected by the lack of repairs. Even among other opinions, the overall condition is a repeated point of friction.

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Some residents say their unit is fine

Some residents report the apartments themselves are pleasant.

A number of reviewers take a more positive view, including comments that the place is good, not bad, and that their own apartment is great. Several mention feeling peaceful or simply liking their living situation. A few others describe the community in brief, neutral terms, but the overall thread from these reviews is that at least some residents find their apartments satisfactory.

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Features

Types of Care

Independent Living

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Georgetown, Delaware, offers a variety of amenities that cater to seniors looking for a convenient and comfortable living environment. With several physicians and healthcare facilities located within close proximity, residents have easy access to medical care. There are also a number of dining options ranging from casual eateries like Stockley Tavern to more upscale choices such as Irish Eyes and Tequila Real. Additionally, there are pharmacies nearby like Walgreens and Milton Happy Harry's for easy prescription refills. For recreational activities, there are parks like Milton Memorial Park and Soroptimist Park where seniors can enjoy nature and outdoor activities. Places of worship such as Seaford Spanish Company and Victory Baptist Church provide spiritual support, while transportation options like Eagle Crest Aerodrome-Hudson Airport and Dewey Beach Taxi offer convenient travel options for outings or appointments. Overall, this area offers a well-rounded community with amenities that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a supportive and engaging environment.

Physicians

Sussex Eye Center Georgetown (0.6 miles)
Peninsula Allergy & Asthma Associates (0.8 miles)
La Red Health Center (1.7 miles)
Scott Pediatrics (7 miles)
Milford Medical Associates (7 miles)
Pediatric & Adolescent Center (7.6 miles)
Milton Internal Medicine Associates (7.7 miles)

Restaurants

JD Shuckers Georgetown (0.6 miles)
Stockley Tavern (5.1 miles)
Dogfish Head Craft Brewery (7.1 miles)
Tequila Real (7.4 miles)
Irish Eyes (7.5 miles)
Overstuffed Sandwiches (8 miles)
The Backyard (8 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (0.7 miles)
Starbucks (10 miles)
Starbucks (11 miles)
Long Neck Diner (11.7 miles)
Surf Bagel (12.4 miles)

Pharmacies

Walgreens (0.8 miles)
Walgreens (8.1 miles)
Milton Happy Harry's (8.1 miles)
Rite Aid (9.2 miles)
Walgreens (9.2 miles)
Walgreens (10.8 miles)
Walgreens (10.9 miles)

Hospitals

Stockley Center (6.3 miles)
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital (11.8 miles)
Nanticoke Hospital Wound & Hyperbaric (11.8 miles)
A I Dupont Hospital For Children-Pediatric Practices (12 miles)

Parks

Milton Memorial Park (7.5 miles)
Soroptimist Park (11.5 miles)

Places of Worship

Seaford Spanish Company (9.9 miles)
Seaford Church of Christ (10.5 miles)
Victory Baptist Church (11.7 miles)
Bethel Worship Center (11.7 miles)
Graham AME Church-Hall (11.7 miles)
Redemptorist Fathers (12 miles)
Seaford Congregation of Jehovah Witness (12.3 miles)

Transportation

Eagle Crest Aerodrome-Hudson Airport (10.4 miles)
U-Haul (11 miles)
Alamo (11.8 miles)
Dewey Beach Taxi (12.2 miles)

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