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Very unusual historic home in the heart of Middletown. Just $596,000

12 E COCHRAN STREET, Middletown, DE 19709

4 br, 3.0 ba, 1726 2275 sf
New Castle County
Ad #: 7131251

Home For Sale

Very unusual historic home in the heart of Middletown. Just blocks from new YMCA. Home was assembled in 1944-1948 from parts of multiple historic homes being demolished to make room for post war housing. The front facade and much of the brick exterior were transported and re-assembled on site, proudly boasting 1736 construction. Add various plank floors, beamed ceiling, fireplaces with Mable surround or beautiful delft tiles, decorative moldings, beautiful wood doors.... You may think you can visualize how beautiful this house is, but it will still surprise you, now add recent kitchen, a first floor primary suite with spacious en-suite, large closets and room for washer and dryer. Wait there's more!! Recent HVAC (2 zone) a large Amish built workshop shed , a carriage house/pool house with full bathroom. Ornate gardens and landscaping, a koi pond, brick walkways encased with privacy fencing , yet walking distance to schools, stores , dining and entertainment. A Must see to imagine. Book your private tour as soon as possible.

Property Details

  • Beds: 4
  • Baths: 3.0
  • Sq Feet: 2275
  • Year Built: 1726
  • Location: (private lake, pond, coastal)
  • Acres: 0.280
  • County: New Castle County
  • Community: MIDDLETOWN
  • Heat/AC: Heat Pump (Heating), Natural Gas, Zoned (Heating)
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle, Shingle
  • Property Taxes: $4,289
  • MLS #: DENC2091784

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Contact Agent
Listing Agent: Brenda Murray, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors, 302-530-5024, 302-368-1621 Listing Site, Listing Status: Active
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Lake Home For Sale in Middletown, Delaware
Ad Number : 7131251
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Added: Jan 14, 2026
Updated on: Jan 14, 2026
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