
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Delaware City, DE from $1,100 (34 Rentals)
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Orchard Court Apartments

Georgetown Manor Apartments

Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes

Castlebrook Apartments

William Penn Village Apartment Homes

The Villas Apartments

Buckingham Place
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Aspen Run

Christiana Reserve

Waterside Village

The Enclave at Stoneyridge

Salem Manor Apartments

The Garrison

Valley Stream Village Apartments

School Bell Apartments
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Appleby Apartments

Windsor Forest Townhomes

The Village of Barrett's Run

Sophias Place East

The Helm and Deemers Landing

Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes

Christiana Meadows

The Reserve at Becks Pond
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Brandywine Woods Apartment Homes

374 Manuel St

Applegate Apartments

26 Walnut St

4677 Summit Bridge Rd

Galloway Court Apartment Homes

190 7th St

235 Wesley St
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14 7th St

242 Grant St
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 | $1,220 | $1,130 | $1,285 |
| Delaware City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $1,200 | $2,320 |
| Delaware City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $1,339 | $3,040 |
| Delaware City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,931 | $1,769 | $3,455 |
| Delaware City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,168 | $3,095 | $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 Georgetown Manor Apartments in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood priced from $1,200. Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,218. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Delaware City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| Castlebrook Apartments | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,220 |
| William Penn Village Apartment Homes | Studio - 280 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Orchard Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Buckingham Place | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,339 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Waterside Village | The Arbor | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| The Villas Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Delaware City, DE and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Delaware City area is the $1.33 price per square foot Harrington Model at Christiana Reserve in the in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood starting from $1,814. The second greatest value Delaware City apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at The Helm and Deemers Landing starting at $1,870 with a $1.45 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christiana Reserve | Harrington | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Helm and Deemers Landing | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Garrison | 2 Bedroom w Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Village of Barrett's Run | 2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Windsor Forest Townhomes | 2a. Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Orchard Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Sophias Place East | 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Georgetown Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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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 Castlebrook Apartments listed at $1,220.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Delaware City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Delaware City Apartment is $1,200 at Georgetown Manor 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 $1,339 at Buckingham Place.
What is the most affordable Delaware City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Delaware City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Christiana Reserve and starts from $1,814.
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