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Elsmere, DE Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Elsmere?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elsmere 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,510 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
| Elsmere 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,080 | $1,495 | $3,095 |
| Elsmere 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,139 | $1,900 | $2,400 |
| Elsmere 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Elsmere Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Elsmere, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community in the Southbridge neighborhood priced from $1,042. The Rutledge Apartments in the Southbridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elsmere apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,042 |
| The Rutledge Apartments | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Colonial Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Robinson | Verbena | 2BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE and Nearby
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elsmere area is the $1.73 price per square foot 1204 Delaware Ave Model at 1204 Delaware Ave in the in the Southbridge neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Elsmere apartment is the 1215 W 7th St Model at 1215 W 7th St, Unit Apartment 1 starting at $1,275 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Southbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elsmere apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1204 Delaware Ave | 1204 Delaware Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 1215 W 7th St, Unit Apartment 1 | 1215 W 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Westview Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.55 |
| Riverfront Heights | Seneca | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Mayfair Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Square at Trolley | 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Greenville Place Apartments | 2STD | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Robinson | Verbena | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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There are currently 207 Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE with pricing that ranges from $790 to $5,110. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elsmere ranging from $890 to $3,095.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elsmere ranges from $890 to $3,095 with an average monthly rent of $1,786.
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