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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Middletown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Middletown Studio Apartments | $1,071 | $627 | $1,670 |
Middletown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $860 | $3,045 |
Middletown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,116 | $1,027 | $3,745 |
Middletown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,711 | $1,250 | $4,280 |
Middletown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,561 | $1,420 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Available Middletown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Middletown, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Elkton (62+ Community) in the Patriots Glen neighborhood priced from $860. Windsor & Main in the Patriots Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,027. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Middletown apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Birchwood at Elkton (62+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
Windsor & Main | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,027 |
The Willows at Cecilton | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1,156 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middletown, DE
As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Middletown area is the $1.62 price per square foot Inverness II Model at Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes in the in the Estates at Farmington neighborhood starting from $2,870. The second greatest value Middletown apartment is the Nottingham 3x2.5 Model at Valley Stream Village Townhomes starting at $2,250 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Middletown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes | Inverness II | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
Valley Stream Village Townhomes | Nottingham 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.65 |
The Reserve at Forest Gate | Bordeaux | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Meadows at Elk Creek | Choptank | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
The Willows at Cecilton | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Valley Stream Village Apartments | New Yorker | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Sunnyside Apartments | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
The Reserve at South Ridge Phase l | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Aspen Run | 2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
Birchwood at Elkton (62+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Best Local Schools in Middletown, DE
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Getting Around Middletown, DE
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Middletown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Middletown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Middletown Apartment is $860 at Birchwood at Elkton (62+ Community).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Middletown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Middletown is starting from $1,027 at Windsor & Main.
What is the most affordable Middletown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Middletown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Governors Place Townhomes and starts from $1,610.
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