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Dover, DE Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dover, DE

Pricing Updated: 07/17/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Dover, DE area range in price from $1,200 to $2,695 with an overall median price of $2,128. The three Dover neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Edgehill at $1,200, Parker's Run at $1,200, and Downtown Dover at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dover Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Edgehill$1,787$1,20040
Parker's Run$1,787$1,20051
Downtown Dover$1,795$1,20059
Towne Point$1,795$1,20051
White Oak Farms$1,795$1,20037
Bicentennial Village$2,035$1,20053
Village Of Westover$2,067$1,20047
Cheswold$2,130$1,5207
Blue Heron Breeze$2,495$1,20078
Highland Acres$2,495$1,22533

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 $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dover apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Premier Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,225
Towne Point ApartmentsThe Sussex-1 bedroom/1 bath - gas included1BR,1BA$1,250
Mapleton Square Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,280
Riverchase ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
Woodcrest Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 740 sqft2BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dover, DE

As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dover area is the $1.31 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Shower Model at Silver Mill Apartments in the in the Parker's Run neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Dover apartment is the 2 Bedroom w/ Den Model at Edge at Dover starting at $1,955 with a $1.43 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Silver Mill Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Shower3BR,2BA$1.31
Edge at Dover2 Bedroom w/ Den2BR,2BA$1.43
Leander LakesSunfish2BR,2BA$1.44
Country Village Apartment HomesThree Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,093 sqft3BR,2BA$1.56
Dover Country ClubThe Cypress3BR,2BA$1.86
42 S State St, Unit 442 S State St2BR,1BA$1.40
Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.63
Cannon and Westover Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 875 sqft2BR,1BA$1.82
Mapleton Square Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59
Riverchase ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.73

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dover

What type of rentals are currently available in Dover?

There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Dover, DE with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $2,695. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dover ranging from $1,200 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dover?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dover ranges from $1,200 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,928.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dover?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dover range from $1,705 to $2,695, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,499 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,495.

Expert Rental Resources

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.