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Denton

Current Population
10,123

Denton, MD

Caroline County's heart — affordable, authentic, and underrated. The county seat of Caroline County, Denton sits along the Choptank River with a genuine small-town character that's increasingly hard to find. Strong value per square foot, a tight-knit community, easy access to Route 404, and some of the most affordable single-family homes on the Shore. For buyers who want space, privacy, and room to put down real roots without stretching their budget — Denton delivers.

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Schools In The Area

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Denton Elementary School 410-479-1660 Public PK-5
Lockerman Middle School 410-479-2760 Public 6-8
Denton Elementary School 410-479-1660 Public PK-5
Lockerman Middle School 410-479-2760 Public 6-8
Denton Elementary School 410-479-1660 Public PK-5
Lockerman Middle School 410-479-2760 Public 6-8

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