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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 | $1,623 | $1,150 | $2,500 |
| Elsmere 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,437 | $1,600 | $3,750 |
| Elsmere 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,181 | $2,100 | $2,300 |
| Elsmere 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,375 | $2,050 | $2,700 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE and Nearby
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elsmere area is the $1.58 price per square foot 2bd 2ba Model at PARQ at the Square in the in the Southbridge neighborhood starting from $2,055. The second greatest value Elsmere apartment is the 19 Model at 1315 Delaware Avenue, LLC starting at $1,840 with a $1.80 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| PARQ at the Square | 2bd 2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| 1315 Delaware Avenue, LLC | 19 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 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 | Fairfield* | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Mayfair Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 1135 Lancaster Ave, Unit B room 2 | 1135 Lancaster Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 3 Corbin Ct, Unit 3-C Corbin Court | 3 Corbin Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Elsmere?
There are currently 209 Apartments for Rent in Elsmere, DE with pricing that ranges from $790 to $5,050. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elsmere ranging from $875 to $3,750.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elsmere ranges from $875 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,993.
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