
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Delaware City, DE from $1,130 (29 Rentals)
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Georgetown Manor Apartments

Castlebrook Apartments

1909 Gladys St

Salem Manor Apartments

The Villas Apartments

Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes
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Aspen Run

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Buckingham Place

William Penn Village Apartment Homes

Valley Stream Village Apartments
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The Village of Barrett's Run

The Garrison

School Bell Apartments

Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes

Appleby Apartments

Windsor Forest Townhomes

Sophias Place East
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The Reserve at Becks Pond

374 Manuel St

1909 Gladys St

Applegate Apartments

46 Plover Cir

218 Sinnickson St

1309 Arrow Way
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443 Ranee Loop
Delaware City, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Delaware City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware City Studio Apartments | $1,130 | $1,130 | $1,130 |
| Delaware City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,726 | $1,200 | $3,017 |
| Delaware City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $1,375 | $3,164 |
| Delaware City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,776 | $1,769 | $3,400 |
| Delaware City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,936 | $2,695 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Available Delaware City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Delaware City, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Castlebrook Apartments priced from $1,251. Orchard Court Apartments in the Penns Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Delaware City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castlebrook Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,251 |
| Orchard Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,300 |
| The Villas Apartments | 1BR | 1BR, 1BA | $1,350 |
| Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom Standard Style | 1BR, 1BA | $1,350 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Townhome | 2BR, 1BA | $1,350 |
| Waterside Village | The Arbor | 1BR, 1BA | $1,380 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR, 1BA | $1,395 |
| Christiana Reserve | Laurel | 1BR, 1BA | $1,399 |
| Buckingham Place | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Den | 1BR, 1BA | $1,409 |
| The Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR, 1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Delaware City, DE and Nearby
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Delaware City area is the $1.59 price per square foot Berkshire Model at Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes in the Red Lion Chase neighborhood starting from $2,730. The second greatest value Delaware City apartment is the Shirewood 3x2.5 G Model at Valley Stream Village Townhomes in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood starting at $2,495 with a $1.66 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Delaware City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes | Berkshire | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.59 |
| Valley Stream Village Townhomes | Shirewood 3x2.5 G | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.66 |
| The Helm and Deemers Landing | 2BR/2BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.65 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Townhome | 2BR, 1BA | $1.11 |
| The Garrison | Vista | 2BR, 2BA | $1.54 |
| Orchard Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.38 |
| The Enclave at Stoneyridge | 2BD | 2BR, 2BA | $1.60 |
| Windsor Forest Townhomes | 1a. 2 Floor Townhome One Bedroom w/den | 1BR, 1BA | $1.63 |
| Christiana Reserve | Laurel | 1BR, 1BA | $1.52 |
| The Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR, 1BA | $1.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Delaware City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Delaware City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Delaware City Apartment is $1,251 at Castlebrook Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Delaware City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Delaware City is starting from $1,350 at Salem Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Delaware City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Delaware City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Village of Barrett's Run and starts from $1,950.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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