
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Dover Neighborhood of Dover, DE from $700 (36 Rentals)
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Towne Point Apartments

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Village at Blue Hen

The Arbors Senior Apartments

The Grande- 55 Active Adult Community

1001 White Oak Rd

The Eden Lofts
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880 S State St

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New Hope Housing II

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Courtside Apartments

Kings Court Apartments

1679 S State St

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Lake Club Apartments

814 New Castle Ave

143 Spruance Rd

102 N Caroline Pl

1001 White Oak Rd

212 American Ave

200 Beechwood Ave

Silver Mill Apartments

1192 Madison Ct
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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 | $1,286 | $1,225 | $1,350 |
| Downtown Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $850 | $1,899 |
| Downtown Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $1,325 | $2,595 |
| Downtown Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,725 | $2,695 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Dover Neighborhood of Dover, DE.
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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 Premier Village Apartments priced from $1,225. Towne Point Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Dover apartments for rent in Dover, DE:
| 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 | $1,250 |
| Riverchase Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Mapleton Square Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Country Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 756 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Dover Estates Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath – Azalea | 2BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Arbors Senior Apartments | OAKWOOD | 2BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| The Grande- 55 Active Adult Community | One Bedroom Phase 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| The Eden Lofts | EL1.4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Dover Country Club | The Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dover, DE
As of August 07, 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 The Cypress Model at Dover Country Club starting at $1,975 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Bicentennial Village 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 |
| Dover Country Club | The Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Mapleton Square Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Grande- 55 Active Adult Community | One Bedroom Phase 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Country Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 756 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Riverchase Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Eden Lofts | EL1.4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Dover Estates Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath – Azalea | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 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 $1,395 at Towne Point Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Dover Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Dover Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverchase Apartments and starts from $1,725.
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