
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Ellendale, DE from $726 (45 Rentals)
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Mill Chase

Melanie's Ridge

The Willows at Foster Commons

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Carillon Woods

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109 Union St

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106 Federal St
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104 Market St

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13404 St Johnstown Rd

107 Mermaid Ln

107 NW Front St

400 N Walnut St

402 N Walnut St
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Ellendale, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ellendale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellendale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $726 | $3,105 |
| Ellendale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $796 | $3,790 |
| Ellendale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $1,191 | $4,098 |
| Ellendale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,203 | $2,250 | $4,524 |
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Cheapest Available Ellendale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellendale, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Elizabeth Cornish Landing in the Heritage Shores SFD neighborhood priced from $726. Dunbarton Estates Apartments in the Sussex County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $776. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellendale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $726 |
| Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $776 |
| County Seat Apartments, LLC. | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
| Mill Chase | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Melanie's Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Friendship Village | Sassafras | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| The Willows at Foster Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,523 |
| Greenwood Pointe | The Oak Classic (2BD | 1.5 BA) | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Cypress Grove | Apartments at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Linkside Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellendale, DE and Nearby
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ellendale area is the $1.48 price per square foot VO3 Model at Vincent Overlook in the in the Bay Front neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Ellendale apartment is the Three Bedroom Townhomes Model at Burton’s Crossing Townhomes starting at $1,795 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Retreat at Millstone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellendale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vincent Overlook | VO3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Burton’s Crossing Townhomes | Three Bedroom Townhomes | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Windward Grove - Townhome Rentals | Interior Unit - Fenced | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
| Windward on the River | Carlisle | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| The Oaks at Georgetown | Canby | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Watergate Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Friendship Village | Beech | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| County Seat Apartments, LLC. | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ellendale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellendale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellendale Apartment is $726 at Elizabeth Cornish Landing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ellendale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ellendale is starting from $796 at Dunbarton Estates Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ellendale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ellendale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elizabeth Cornish Landing and starts from $1,191.
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