
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bear, DE from $900 (33 Rentals)
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School Bell Apartments

Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes

Christiana Meadows

Brandywine Woods Apartment Homes

Salem Village

Coopers Place

Castlebrook Apartments
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Georgetown Manor Apartments

Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes

Sophias Place East

Iron Hill Apartments

The Villas Apartments

Christiana Reserve

Aspen Run

Spring Crossing
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The Enclave at Stoneyridge

Vinings at Christiana

Valley Stream Village Apartments

The Village of Barrett's Run

Windsor Forest Townhomes

Appleby Apartments

The Reserve at Forest Gate

The Reserve at Becks Pond
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374 Manuel St

Willow Chase Apartments

2405 Olden Ave

Elms Apartments

Galloway Court Apartment Homes

The Retreat at the Village of Barrett's Run

216 Highland Blvd

5 Warfel Dr
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1907 Waters Edge 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 | $1,221 | $1,220 | $1,225 |
| Bear 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $985 | $2,320 |
| Bear 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $1,225 | $3,040 |
| Bear 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $1,495 | $3,455 |
| Bear 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,176 | $3,090 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bear, DE
Pricing Updated: 05/08/2026Current 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 | $3,100 | $1,400 | 11 |
Cheapest Available Bear Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bear, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Salem Village in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood priced from $1,115. Georgetown Manor Apartments in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bear apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Georgetown Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Castlebrook Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,220 |
| Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,268 |
| Iron Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Spring Crossing | Soho | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Retreat at the Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Valley Stream Village Apartments | Christiana | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bear, DE
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bear area is the $1.57 price per square foot Nottingham 2x2.5 Model at Valley Stream Village Townhomes in the in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood starting from $2,136. The second greatest value Bear apartment is the 2a. Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Windsor Forest Townhomes starting at $1,700 with a $1.55 price per square foot . 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 | Nottingham 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.57 |
| Windsor Forest Townhomes | 2a. Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Christiana Reserve | Fenwick | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Reserve at Forest Gate | Chardonnay | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 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 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Georgetown Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Iron Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Salem Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bear Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bear?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bear is at Castlebrook Apartments listed at $1,220.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bear Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bear Apartment is $1,115 at Salem Village.
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 $1,225 at Salem Village.
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 $1,495.
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