Distinguished as one of the county's largest municipalities, Middletown sprawls over 41 square miles.  From its settlement along the panoramic shores of the Raritan Bay in 1609, Middletown has matured into a dynamic community that includes access to the Navesink River and Raritan Bay.  Fourteen distinct villages and five charming historic districts combine with quaint wooded retreats, excellent schools, and a New Jersey Transit Rail station to offer a rare quality of life.