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20 Fort Sumpter RdPennsville, NJ 08070
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Delaware City, DE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Delaware City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Delaware City, DE is a Studio unit found at Orchard Court Apartments in the Penns Beach neighborhood priced from $1,130. Castlebrook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,136. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Delaware City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orchard Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,130
Castlebrook Apartments1 Bed Jr | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,136
Waterside VillageThe Concord1BR,1BA$1,275
Village of Canterbury Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,290
Christiana ReserveLaurel1BR,1BA$1,319
Galloway Court Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
William Penn Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 866 sqft1BR,1BA$1,450
Aspen Run2BD2BR,2BA$1,495
The Village of Barrett's Run1BD1BR,1BA$1,500
Appleby ApartmentsThe Brandywine 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,510

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Delaware City, DE and Nearby

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Delaware City area is the $1.69 price per square foot Nottingham 3x2.5 Model at Valley Stream Village Townhomes in the in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood starting from $2,294. The second greatest value Delaware City apartment is the 2 BEDROOM Model at The Garrison starting at $1,700 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Penns Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Delaware City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Valley Stream Village TownhomesNottingham 3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.69
The Garrison2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$1.37
Deemer's Landing Apartment HomesWindjammer2BR,2BA$1.77
Windsor Forest Townhomes1a. 2 Floor Townhome One Bedroom w/den1BR,1BA$1.60
Aspen Run2BD2BR,2BA$1.61
Christiana ReserveLaurel1BR,1BA$1.43
The Village of Barrett's Run1BD1BR,1BA$1.69
William Penn Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 866 sqft1BR,1BA$1.67
Galloway Court Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Village of Canterbury Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79

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32 / 100

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46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Delaware City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Delaware City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Delaware City is at Orchard Court Apartments listed at $1,130.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Delaware City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Delaware City Apartment is $1,136 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 $1,355 at Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Delaware City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Delaware City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sophias Place East and starts from $2,079.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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