Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dover, DE from $700 (20 Rentals)

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Westfalen Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westfalen Apartments

745 Bacon AveDover, DE 19901
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Courtside Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Courtside Apartments

340-348 United WayDover, DE 19901
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Kings Court Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Court Apartments

139-145 Kings HwyDover, DE 19901
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Lake Club Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lake Club Apartments

400 N Dupont HwyDover, DE 19901
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Dover, DE Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dover, DE

Pricing Updated: 11/05/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Dover, DE area range in price from $729 to $3,200 with an overall median price of $2,736. The three Dover neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Towne Point at $1,200, Cheswold at $1,520, and Highland Acres at $729. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dover Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Towne Point$1,870$1,20055
Cheswold$2,130$1,5207
Highland Acres$2,295$72931
Highland Acres South$2,295$72939
Mayfair Kent$2,295$72960
Orioles Cove$2,295$1,1258
Bicentennial Village$3,200$72965
Downtown Dover$3,200$72961
Edgehill$3,200$1,19542
Foxhall$3,200$1,20067

Cheapest Available Dover Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dover, DE is a 2 Beds unit found at The Willows at Clearfield in the Parker's Run neighborhood priced from $729. Premier Village Apartments in the Orioles Cove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dover apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Willows at Clearfield2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$729
Premier Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Towne Point Apartments1 B - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Lake Club ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,347
Mapleton Square Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dover, DE

As of November 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dover area is the $1.67 price per square foot Cottage - 2 Story Model at Eden Hill Village in the in the Parker's Run neighborhood starting from $2,933. The second greatest value Dover apartment is the 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at Eagle Meadows Apartments starting at $2,295 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Point Landing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dover apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Eden Hill VillageCottage - 2 Story4BR,2.5BA$1.67
Eagle Meadows Apartments4 Bed 2 Bath4BR,2BA$1.56
The Village at Blue HenNew Construction III3BR,3BA$1.39
The Reserve on East2 BD2BR,2BA$1.54
Leander LakesSunfish2BR,2BA$1.44
The Willows at Clearfield3 BEDROOM3BR,1.5BA$0.83
Silver Mill ApartmentsSM-2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Shower2BR,2BA$1.37
Edge at Dover1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.38
Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.60
Mapleton Square Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.71

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Getting Around Dover, DE

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dover Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dover?

The cheapest apartment in Dover is Towne Point Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Dover costs $2,736.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dover?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Dover that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dover?

Cheap apartments in Dover have an average cost of $165 which is $2,571 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dover.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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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