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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 | $1,744 | $1,300 | $2,495 |
Elsmere 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,157 | $1,600 | $3,200 |
Elsmere 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,090 | $1,700 | $5,250 |
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Cheapest Available Elsmere Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elsmere, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Gilpin Place Apartments in the Southbridge neighborhood priced from $1,007. 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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Gilpin Place Apartments | Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
The Rutledge Apartments | One Bedroom with Private Outisde Entrance | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Parklynn Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE
As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elsmere area is the $1.75 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Apt 319 Model at The Lofts at 2nd and LOMA in the in the Southbridge neighborhood starting from $2,799. The second greatest value Elsmere apartment is the 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom Model at 1315 Delaware Ave starting at $1,700 with a $1.18 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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The Lofts at 2nd and LOMA | 3 Bed 2 Bath Apt 319 | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
1315 Delaware Ave | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
The Residences at Christina Landing | Kalmar | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
1403 N Scott St, Unit A | 1403 N Scott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Riverfront Heights | Seneca | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
Westover Pointe | B1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Driftwood Club Apartments, Inc | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
The Robinson | Verbena | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Westview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
The Lucania | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elsmere
What type of rentals are currently available in Elsmere?
There are currently 192 Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE with pricing that ranges from $790 to $5,373. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elsmere ranging from $900 to $5,250.
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 $900 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,938.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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