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Apartments for Rent in Middletown, DE

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  • A living room with a white couch and a ceiling fan.
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    250 Celebration Court, Middletown, DE 19709
    STUDIO $1,670
    1 BED $2,050+
    2 BEDS $2,200
  • A staircase with a white railing and a brown handrail.
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    Nighthawk Dr, New Castle County, DE 19709
    1 BED $1,250
  • A spacious living room with a large rug in the center and a view of the outside through the window.
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    185 Tywyn Drive, Middletown, DE 19709
    5 BEDS $4,500
  • A modern living room with a grey sofa and a kitchen area in the background.
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    1018 Applecross Drive, Middletown, DE 19709
    5 BEDS $4,400
  • A bedroom with a bed and curtains.
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    1 Nighthawk Drive, Middletown, DE 19709
    1 BED $990
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    367 Fletchwood Road #C25, Elkton, MD 21921
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    203 East Main Street, Cecilton, MD 21913
    1 BED $780
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    3 BEDS $1,199
  • A kitchen with a sink and a window overlooking a street.
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    535 Liam Pl, Bear, DE 19701
    4 BEDS $2,600
  • A holiday open house event is advertised for December 6th from 11am to 3pm at 50 Turnberry Court, Bear, DE 19701.
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    50 Turnberry Court, Bear, DE 19701
    1 BED $1,860+
    2 BEDS $2,085+
    3 BEDS $2,440+
  • a kitchen with a stove sink and refrigerator
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    900 Woodchuck Place, Bear, DE 19701
    1 BED $1,705+
    2 BEDS $1,600+
    3 BEDS $2,260+
  • a living room with a kitchen and a couch
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    900 Woodchuck Place, Bear, DE 19701
    1 BED $1,705+
    2 BEDS $1,600+
    3 BEDS $2,105+
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  • A living room with a chandelier, two chairs and a couch.
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    6 Heather Loft Court, Bear, DE 19701
    5 BEDS $3,000
  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    1 Kennedy Circle, Bear, DE 19701
    1 BED $2,030
    2 BEDS $2,320+
    3 BEDS $2,640
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    49 Willow, Newark, DE 19702
    3 BEDS $2,770+
    4 BEDS $2,800+
  • A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator and a central island.
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    2139 Valence Place, Newark, DE 19702
    1 BED $1,700+
    2 BEDS $2,300+
    3 BEDS $2,625+
  • A living room with a white sofa and a table with chairs.
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    8 Butterfly Lane, Bear, DE 19701
    5 BEDS $3,600
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and black appliances and a sink
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    150 E Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921
    STUDIO $1,458
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    3 BEDS $1,431
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    145 East High Street, Elkton, MD 21921
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  • a living room with chairs and a fireplace
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    214 North Street, Elkton, MD 21921
    1 BED $562+
    2 BEDS $967+
  • an image of a campus with a sign in front of a building
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    399 Booth Street, Elkton, MD 21921
    1 BED $1,375
    2 BEDS $1,475
    3 BEDS $1,575
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    2000 Varsity Lane, Bear, DE 19701
    1 BED $1,425
    2 BEDS $1,735+
    3 BEDS $2,120
  • a living room with a couch and a kitchen with a table and chairs
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    900 Rudy Park Drive, Elkton, MD 21921
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  • a living room with a wooden table and a kitchen with black appliances
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    595 Tulip Lane, New Castle, DE 19720
    STUDIO $1,385+
    1 BED $1,425+
    2 BEDS $1,605+
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    101 Terrace Drive, Newark, DE 19711
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    9 Zane Street, Pennsville, NJ 08070
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Getting around in Middletown, DE

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Walk Score®: 2, Bike Score®: 28

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Middletown, DE last updated?

Prices and availability in Middletown, DE were last updated on 19 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Middletown, DE?

The best apartments in Middletown, DE are: Summerton East, Nighthawk Dr, 185 Tywyn Drive, 1018 Applecross Drive and 1 Nighthawk Drive.

What is the average rent in Middletown, DE?

The average rent in Middletown, DE is $1,832.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Middletown, DE?

The price range for a studio apartment in Middletown, DE is between $2,050 and $2,475.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Middletown, DE?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Middletown, DE is between $990 and $2,120.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Middletown, DE?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Middletown, DE is between $2,200 and $2,475.

What type of rental buildings are in Middletown, DE?

In Middletown, 24% of the residents are renting compared to 76% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 6% of Middletown’s rentals, 91% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Middletown, DE?

The average age of rental buildings in Middletown is 16 years old, with 73% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 2 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Middletown, DE?

Rental apartments in Middletown come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 19% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 65% of all rentals in Middletown. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Middletown, DE

Middletown is nicknamed “the diamond town” and is located in the northern part of Delaware in New Castle County. It’s a quaint town with a highly rated public school system that’s run by Appoquinimink School District (which is one of the reasons it’s a popular choice among young families who rent). For those who work in Wilmington, Middletown is about a 30-minute drive via Delaware-1 North. Here, renters can enjoy a pretty town, nice restaurants and many modern amenities, like parks, coffee shops and chain stores. Some of the best parks include Charles E. Price Memorial Park; Silver Lake Park; and Middletown Village Park, which has ball fields and a playground area. There are also a variety of annual events that renters can enjoy around town — like the Olde Thyme Peach Festival, which has a parade, a fair, and other attractions that bring tourists and renters together.

Renting in Middletown, DE

Middletown is an ideal suburb for renters, with around one-quarter of the population renting their homes. As such, there are some well-appointed rental properties to choose from, especially around downtown Middletown, where independent shops, restaurants and bars are quite popular. The style of rental apartments here is typically modern with features like upscale appliances, open floor plans and beautiful cabinetry. Outside each rental community, there are amenities such as dog parks, walking trails and fitness centers. Many rental complexes also have pools that are open in the summer for renters to enjoy the warmer temperatures. And, while renting in Middletown is perfect for families with kids in public school, there are also a few private schools in the area that renters find appealing, as well.

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Shopping in Middletown, DE

Although Middletown is only around 12 square miles in size, there are still many shopping opportunities in town near rental apartments. This is especially true in downtown Middletown, which is a historic area that has fashion, jewelry and gift shops on its quaint Main Street. It’s exactly the type of place where renters or visitors can spend a few hours shopping. Otherwise, for shopping plazas or strip malls near rental homes that have a variety of goods and services, the choices are the Middletown Shopping Center, Middletown Square, Dove Run Shopping Center and Middletown Crossing. As far as grocery stores around the area close to rental apartments, there’s a Sprouts Farmers Market, two different Giant Food marts and an ACME Market.

Transportation in Middletown, DE

Because many people work in the greater Wilmington area and rent a home in Middletown, the public transportation is very good here. It’s run by the Delaware Transit Corporation (the “DART”) and includes buses that go all throughout town along Delaware-1 and into Wilmington from a “park and ride” center. For air travel, the nearest airport for commercial service is Philadelphia International Airport, which is 47 miles north along Interstate 95.

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