
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE from $583 (58 Rentals)


Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community

West Court Apartments

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1135 Lancaster Ave

1519 W 14th St

1510 W 14th St

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2 Corbin Ct, Unit 2-A, Unit 2-A

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3117 W 2nd St

1420 N Van Buren St

The Rutledge Apartments
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Greenville Place Apartments

816 W 11th St

100 N Franklin St

Newport Terrace Apartments

600 N Washington St

Riverfront Heights

Courtyard Apartments

The Lucania

Delfe Apartments at Trolley Square

731 W 4th St, Unit A
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Colonial Court

Stonehurst Garden

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1215 W 7th St, Unit Apartment 1, Unit Apartment 1

517 N West St

517 West St

The Mayfair Apartments

225 W 4th St, Unit 1

The Residences at Justison Landing

Cranston Hall Apartments

Westview Apartments
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1401 Pennsylvania Ave

1300 N Rodney St

The Cooper

Westover Pointe

PARQ at the Square

1315 Delaware Avenue, LLC

The Residences at Christina Landing

Crosby Hill

1305 N Broom St

Luther Towers-62+ Subsidized Housing
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Wawaset Place Apartments

DELAVIEW by CITY SYSTEMS

Trolley Square Apartments

800-802 Adams

426 N Market St

Parklynn Apartments

Gilpin Place Apartments

Birchwood at Manlove Manor (62+ Community)

Reserve at Mill Creek

Greenbank Manor
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Elsmere, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elsmere?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elsmere Studio Apartments | $1,496 | $790 | $2,701 |
| Elsmere 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $583 | $4,120 |
| Elsmere 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $965 | $4,620 |
| Elsmere 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,239 | $1,080 | $2,975 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elsmere Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elsmere?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elsmere is at The Rutledge Apartments listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsmere Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elsmere Apartment is $1,100 at The Rutledge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elsmere Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elsmere is starting from $1,100 at The Rutledge Apartments.
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.