Middletown, DE
Middletown · DE 19709
Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$471K
Median Price
32/100
Walk Score
8.5/10
Schools
25 min
to Center City, Newark
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Middletown, DE offers a suburban lifestyle with a mix of older and newer homes. While it's not overly walkable, the community is friendly and relatively stable. Keep in mind that the housing market has seen significant appreciation since 2022, which may affect affordability.
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The Good
- ✓Reasonable housing prices compared to neighboring areas
- ✓Friendly and family-oriented community
- ✓Proximity to major highways and shopping centers
- ✓Stable and quiet environment
Real Talk
- !Limited walkability and public transportation options
- !Home values have appreciated significantly since 2022, which may affect affordability for some buyers
- !Some areas of the neighborhood are more developed than others, leading to varying home values
- !The local school system is limited, with no high school in the area
- $Potential for higher property taxes due to increased home values
- $Increasing demand for housing in the area may drive up prices further
- $Limited parking options in some areas of the neighborhood
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Middletown, DE
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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