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413 Homestead Rd
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508 W 9th St

1310 N French St

611 N Franklin St

1429 N Clayton St

2707 W 4th St

1401 Pennsylvania Ave

6 W 20th St

831 Kirkwood St
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Elsmere, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elsmere?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elsmere 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,598 | $1,150 | $2,495 |
Elsmere 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,330 | $1,400 | $3,500 |
Elsmere 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,723 | $1,800 | $4,600 |
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Cheapest Available Elsmere Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elsmere, DE is a 2 Beds unit found at The Robinson in the Southbridge neighborhood priced from $950. 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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The Robinson | Verbena | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
The Rutledge Apartments | One Bedroom with Private Outisde Entrance | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Parklynn Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE and Nearby
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elsmere area is the $1.56 price per square foot Penthouse Model at Wawaset Park Apartments in the in the Southbridge neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Elsmere apartment is the Fairfield Model at Riverfront Heights starting at $1,374 with a $1.42 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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Wawaset Park Apartments | Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Riverfront Heights | Fairfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Westover Pointe | B1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
The Residences at Christina Landing | Fort | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Maple Walk Apartments | Newly Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
The Mayfair Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Greenview at Chestnut Run | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Reserve at Mill Creek | Two Bedroom Jr. | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Newport Terrace Apartments | Sequoia | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
18 Corbin Ct, Unit #2 | 18 Corbin Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elsmere
What type of rentals are currently available in Elsmere?
There are currently 194 Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE with pricing that ranges from $790 to $5,511. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elsmere ranging from $870 to $4,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elsmere?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elsmere ranges from $870 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,842.
Expert Rental Resources
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