
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Dover Neighborhood of Dover, DE from $700 (33 Rentals)
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222 N Bradford St

6 Fox Hall Rd

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Dover Country Club

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1 Berwyn Hall

Edge at Dover

617 Fairview Ave, Unit 617 B
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44 Courtside Dr

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143 Mitscher Rd

68 Village Dr

33 Fieldstone Ct

814 New Castle Ave

46 Village Dr
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73 Upland Ave
Downtown Dover, Dover, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Dover?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dover Studio Apartments | $1,216 | $1,175 | $1,250 |
| Downtown Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $1,200 | $1,899 |
| Downtown Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $1,325 | $2,595 |
| Downtown Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,710 | $2,695 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Dover Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Dover area of Dover, DE is a Studio unit found at Country Village Apartment Homes priced from $1,175. Premier Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Downtown Dover apartments for rent in Dover, DE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Village Apartment Homes | Studio - 338 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Premier Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Towne Point Apartments | The Sussex-1 bedroom/1 bath - gas included | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Riverchase Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Mapleton Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Woodcrest Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 527 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| The Arbors Senior Apartments | OAKWOOD | 2BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Silver Mill Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Shower | 3BR,2BA | $1,795 |
| The Eden Lofts | EL1.5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Edge at Dover | 2 Bedroom w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1,955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dover, DE
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Dover area is the $1.87 price per square foot Cottage - 1 Story Model at Eden Hill Village in the in the Parker's Run neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Downtown 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 Downtown Dover apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Hill Village | Cottage - 1 Story | 3BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Silver Mill Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Shower | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Edge at Dover | 2 Bedroom w/ Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Dover Country Club | The Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| The Eden Lofts | EL1.5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Mapleton Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Riverchase Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Arbors Senior Apartments | MAPLE | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Towne Point Apartments | The Sussex-1 bedroom/1 bath - gas included | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Premier Village Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Dover Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Dover Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Dover Apartment is $1,250 at Towne Point Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Dover Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Dover is starting from $1,430 at Country Village Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Downtown Dover Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Dover Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Village Apartment Homes and starts from $1,710.
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