
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bear, DE from $900 (35 Rentals)
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School Bell Apartments

Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes

Christiana Meadows

Brandywine Woods Apartment Homes

Salem Village

Spring Crossing

Georgetown Manor Apartments
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Castlebrook Apartments

Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes

Sophias Place East

Christiana Reserve

The Enclave at Stoneyridge

Aspen Run

Vinings at Christiana

The Villas Apartments
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Iron Hill Apartments

Valley Stream Village Apartments

The Village of Barrett's Run

Windsor Forest Townhomes

Appleby Apartments

Coopers Place

Buckingham Place

The Reserve at Forest Gate
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The Reserve at Becks Pond

French Park Apartments

374 Manuel St

Willow Chase Apartments

2405 Olden Ave

Elms Apartments

Galloway Court Apartment Homes

The Retreat at the Village of Barrett's Run
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733 Center St

2702 Waters Edge Dr

325 Barley Dr
Bear, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bear?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Studio Apartments | $1,242 | $1,242 | $1,242 |
| Bear 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,010 | $2,472 |
| Bear 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $1,275 | $3,070 |
| Bear 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,825 | $1,550 | $3,400 |
| Bear 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,032 | $2,870 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bear, DE
Pricing Updated: 06/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bear, DE area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bear Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Chase | $2,900 | $1,100 | 292 |
Cheapest Available Bear Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bear, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Georgetown Manor Apartments in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood priced from $1,200. Castlebrook Apartments in the Dobbinsville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,242. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bear apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Castlebrook Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,242 |
| Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| Christiana Reserve | Hartley | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Retreat at the Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Iron Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
| Valley Stream Village Apartments | Christiana | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bear, DE
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bear area is the $1.67 price per square foot Shirewood 3x2.5 G Model at Valley Stream Village Townhomes in the in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Bear apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Salem Village starting at $1,550 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bear apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Stream Village Townhomes | Shirewood 3x2.5 G | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.67 |
| Salem Village | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Windsor Forest Townhomes | 2a. Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Sophias Place East | 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 34 Eaton Pl, Unit Ron's Basement | 34 Eaton Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| The Retreat at the Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Christiana Reserve | Hartley | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Georgetown Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bear Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bear Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bear Apartment is $1,200 at Georgetown Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bear Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bear is starting from $1,375 at Georgetown Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bear Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bear Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Salem Village and starts from $1,550.
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