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Highlights
- Walkable small-town living
- Easy access
Location
Nw Front St, Milford, DE 19963, USA
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Property Overview
Governor Tharp Building offers walkable small-town living and easy access, with diverse age groups in the area and 53 restaurants within a mile supporting an active social life, plus nearby transit and walkable surroundings. With an expert rating of 8.3/10, top-tier value for money (price rating 10/10), strong amenities (8/10), excellent location (9/10), and solid transparency (7/10), it stands out as a compelling, well-rounded rental option.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | Welcome to this beautifully upgraded 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located in the heart of Downtown Milford at 139 NW Front St, inside the historic Governor Tharp Building. This iconic structure is part of Milford’s historic district. Enjoy the charm of historic architecture combined with modern upgrades while living steps from Downtown Milford’s boutiques, restaurants, galleries and the scenic Mispillion Riverwalk. With easy access to Route 1 and Route 113, commuting or heading to the Delaware beaches is a breeze. Experience the convenience of walkable small-town living with historic character right outside your door. |
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About Governor Tharp Building
Welcome to this beautifully upgraded 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located in the heart of Downtown Milford at 139 NW Front St, inside the historic Governor Tharp Building. This iconic structure is part of Milford’s historic district. Enjoy the charm of historic architecture combined with modern upgrades while living steps from Downtown Milford’s boutiques, restaurants, galleries and the scenic Mispillion Riverwalk. With easy access to Route 1 and Route 113, commuting or heading to the Delaware beaches is a breeze. Experience the convenience of walkable small-town living with historic character right outside your door.
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Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Governor Tharp Building compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Milford
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Milford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,227 |
| December 2024 | $1,265 |
| January 2025 | $1,200 |
| February 2025 | $1,383 |
| March 2025 | $1,447 |
| April 2025 | $1,338 |
| May 2025 | $1,379 |
| June 2025 | $1,399 |
| August 2025 | $1,499 |
| September 2025 | $1,459 |
| October 2025 | $1,400 |
| November 2025 | $1,400 |
| December 2025 | $1,425 |
| January 2026 | $1,544 |
| February 2026 | $1,482 |
| March 2026 | $1,527 |
| April 2026 | $1,485 |
| May 2026 | $1,533 |
| June 2026 | $1,497 |
| July 2026 | $1,497 |
Schools near Governor Tharp Building
Benjamin Banneker Elementary School
449 north st
milford, DE, 19963
1-5Public
C+
Evelyn I. Morris Early Childhood
8609 third st
lincoln, DE, 19960
PK, KPublic
B
Delaware Early Childhood Center
100 west mispillion st
harrington, DE, 19952
PKPublic
David E. Robinson Elementary School
1038 briarbush rd
wyoming, DE, 19934
1-5Public
Love Creek Elementary School
19488 john j williams hwy
lewes, DE, 19958
K-5Public
A
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Getting around Milford near Nw Front St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for Nw Front St, Milford
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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The Salvation Army Family Store
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Family Dollar
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Clean Cut Thread
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Dolce Bakery & Coffee Shop
36 N Walnut St
Starbucks
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Dunkin'
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Orange Julius
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Dunkin'
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Park Place Restaurant & Lounge
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Milford Tavern
24 S Walnut St
Milford Billiards
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Bibi's Taqueria LLC Store
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Applebee's Grill + Bar
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Good News Natural Foods
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Milford Riverfront Theatre
Library Portico and Amphitheater Park
Memorial Park
BIcentennial Greenway
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