Cost of Living in Middletown
Middletown is located in New Castle County, one of only three counties in the state. Commonly referred to as the MOT area, standing for the three towns the encompass the area: Middletown, Odessa and Townsend; it is the fastest growing area in the state. This area is booming the population sits around 23k, compared to only 6,000 in 2000. The average one-bedroom apartment will cost around $1300 a month. The Middletown area is home to the top-rated school district in the state. Popular neighboring towns of Middletown include Smyrna, Dover, Newark and Elkton, MD.
Dining in Middletown
With dozens of local restaurants located in Middletown you have plenty of delicious options to choose from. Many options within a few miles of each other.
You can make a stop into Sweet Melissa's for fresh macaroons,
head over to Curry and Cocktails for Tikki Masala or spend the afternoon sitting outside in the relaxed backyard of Crooked Hammock Brewery.
One of the most popular places with locals is Tom Foolery's. A staple in the community for nearly two decades. Foolery's offers daily specials, like $5 quesadillas or $5 burgers but the must haves while dining here are the cheesy crab tots and nachos. They serve up lunch and dinner 7 days a week and brunch on Sundays. A family friendly restaurant during the day and a bustling bar by night. You'll be sure to have a good time here.
If you are looking for some relaxing outdoor dining with a view, take a short 5 minutes' drive over to Chesapeake City where you can find yourself sitting riverside at
the Tiki Bar at Schaefer's Canal House. Another more laid back and quiet than their neighbor across the canal is Chesapeake Inn. Here you can order a famous orange crush, fresh oysters and listen to one of the local talents, all while taking in the scenic view and watching boats go by.
