
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dover, DE from $700 (37 Rentals)
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Leander Lakes

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Village at Blue Hen

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The Willows at Clearfield

Garden Court Apartments

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5931 W Denneys Rd

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Lake Club Apartments

143 Mitscher Rd

Village of Westover Apartment Homes

68 Village Dr

814 New Castle Ave

33 Fieldstone Ct

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Dover, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dover?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dover Studio Apartments | $1,163 | $1,105 | $1,225 |
| Cheap Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $1,230 | $2,095 |
| Cheap Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $1,375 | $2,595 |
| Cheap Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $1,725 | $2,695 |
| Cheap Dover 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,498 | $2,295 | $2,699 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dover, DE
Pricing Updated: 06/01/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dover, DE area range in price from $1,105 to $2,699 with an overall median price of $2,117. The three Dover neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Dover at $1,105, Edgehill at $1,105, and Parker's Run at $1,105. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dover Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dover | $1,780 | $1,105 | 86 |
| Edgehill | $1,780 | $1,105 | 68 |
| Parker's Run | $1,780 | $1,105 | 79 |
| White Oak Farms | $1,780 | $1,105 | 65 |
| Towne Point | $1,787 | $1,105 | 80 |
| Cheswold | $2,130 | $1,520 | 7 |
| Bicentennial Village | $2,184 | $1,230 | 62 |
| Village Of Westover | $2,190 | $1,230 | 61 |
| Highland Acres | $2,499 | $1,105 | 48 |
| Highland Acres South | $2,499 | $1,225 | 12 |
Cheapest Available Dover Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dover, DE is a Studio unit found at Premier Village Apartments in the Orioles Cove neighborhood priced from $1,225. Towne Point Apartments in the Parker's Run neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,230. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dover apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Towne Point Apartments | The Sussex-1 bedroom/1 bath - gas included | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Mapleton Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Riverchase Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Lake Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,313 |
| Woodcrest Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 527 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Country Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 756 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Dover Estates Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath – Azalea | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dover, DE
As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dover area is the $1.82 price per square foot Cottage - 2 Story Model at Eden Hill Village in the in the Parker's Run neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Dover apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Shower Model at Silver Mill Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Parker's Run neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dover apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Hill Village | Cottage - 2 Story | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.82 |
| Silver Mill Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Shower | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Edge at Dover | 2 Bedroom w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Leander Lakes | Horseshoe Crab | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Village at Blue Hen | 2NW2NH | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Sunset Village Apartments | Emery | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| 42 S State St, Unit 4 | 42 S State St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Mapleton Square Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Riverchase Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dover Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dover Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dover Apartment is $1,230 at Towne Point Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dover Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dover is starting from $1,375 at Towne Point Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dover Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dover Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverchase Apartments and starts from $1,725.
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