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Applegate Apartments

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 $1,160. 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$1,160
Georgetown Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Waterside VillageThe Concord1BR,1BA$1,275
Christiana ReserveHartley1BR,1BA$1,289
Village of Canterbury Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,299
William Penn Village Apartment HomesStudio - 280 sqftStudio,1BA$1,370
Galloway Court Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Valley Stream Village ApartmentsChristiana1BR,1BA$1,450
Sophias Place East2 Bed | 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,469

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

As of November 16, 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 $2,295. 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
The Reserve at Becks Pond2BD2BR,2BA$1.75
The Helm1 Bedroom Center1BR,1.5BA$1.80
Windsor Forest Townhomes1a. 2 Floor Townhome One Bedroom w/den1BR,1BA$1.60
Applegate ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
Aspen Run2BD2BR,2BA$1.61
Christiana ReserveHartley1BR,1BA$1.51
Galloway Court Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Georgetown Manor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50

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Getting Around Delaware City, DE

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

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 $1,160 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 $1,373 at Castlebrook 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 Sophias Place East and starts from $2,069.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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