
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bear, DE from $800 (34 Rentals)
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Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes

Brandywine Woods Apartment Homes

Buckingham Place Rental Townhomes

Salem Village

Georgetown Manor Apartments

Castlebrook Apartments

The Vinings at Christiana Apartments
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Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes

Christiana Reserve

The Villas Apartments

Aspen Run

The Enclave at Stoneyridge

Coopers Place

Iron Hill Apartments

Valley Stream Village Apartments
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The Village of Barrett's Run

56 Welsh Tract Rd, Unit 304

Appleby Apartments

Spring Crossing

The Reserve at Forest Gate

Windsor Forest Townhomes

Sophias Place East

The Reserve at Becks Pond
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374 Manuel St

Willow Chase Apartments

2405 Olden Ave

Elms Apartments

Galloway Court Apartment Homes

46 Plover Cir

The Retreat at the Village of Barrett's Run

16 Mowery Rd
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2702 Waters Edge Dr

1024 Willings Way
Bear, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bear?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $835 | $2,320 |
| Bear 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $860 | $3,040 |
| Bear 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,812 | $1,085 | $3,400 |
| Bear 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $2,770 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bear, DE
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bear, DE area range in price from $1,395 to $3,400 with an overall median price of $2,710. 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 | $2,710 | $1,395 | 251 |
Cheapest Available Bear Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bear, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Castlebrook Apartments priced from $1,211. Christiana Reserve in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,359. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bear apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castlebrook Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,211 |
| Christiana Reserve | Hartley | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| The Villas Apartments | 1BR JR | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| 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 |
| The Vinings at Christiana Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,502 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bear, DE
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bear area is the $1.61 price per square foot Inverness, Jr. Model at Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes in the in the Red Lion Chase neighborhood starting from $2,575. The second greatest value Bear apartment is the Cabernet Model at The Reserve at Forest Gate starting at $2,195 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Patriots Glen 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes | Inverness, Jr. | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| The Reserve at Forest Gate | Cabernet | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Spring Crossing | Tribeca | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Windsor Forest Townhomes | 1a. 2 Floor Townhome One Bedroom w/den | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Enclave at Stoneyridge | 2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| The Vinings at Christiana Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 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 |
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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 $1,211 at Castlebrook 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 $1,495 at Aspen Run.
What is the most affordable Bear Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bear Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Spring Crossing and starts from $1,700.
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