
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Kirkwood, DE from $900 (39 Rentals)
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Salem Village

Castlebrook Apartments

The Vinings at Christiana Apartments

Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes

Sophias Place East

Meadows at Elk Creek

Christiana Reserve

Southgate Gardens Apartments
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Aspen Run

The Enclave at Stoneyridge

Iron Hill Apartments

Valley Stream Village Apartments

School Bell Apartments

The Village of Barrett's Run

Buckingham Place

Appleby Apartments

The Reserve at Forest Gate
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The Villas Apartments

Spring Crossing

Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes

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Boulden at Southfields

Coopers Place

The Reserve at Becks Pond

Brandywine Woods Apartment Homes

Christiana Meadows

French Park Apartments
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Meridian Crossing Community

374 Manuel St

Gardens at Chesapeake Apartments

2405 Olden Ave

Elms Apartments

Galloway Court Apartment Homes

46 Plover Cir

10 Baylis St

2702 Waters Edge Dr
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Pine Valley

148 E Plover Dr

28 Water Works Ln
Kirkwood, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kirkwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwood Studio Apartments | $1,073 | $989 | $1,174 |
| Kirkwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,010 | $2,390 |
| Kirkwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,082 | $1,275 | $3,040 |
| Kirkwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,715 | $1,550 | $3,400 |
| Kirkwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,092 | $2,840 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Available Kirkwood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kirkwood, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Salem Village in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood priced from $1,010. Elkton Terrace in the Patriots Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,314. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kirkwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Village | Jr 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Elkton Terrace | 2BR Apt. | 2BR,1BA | $1,314 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Iron Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
| The Vinings at Christiana Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,490 |
| The Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Appleby Apartments | The Brandywine 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| Valley Stream Village Apartments | Christiana | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Reserve at Forest Gate | Chardonnay | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Meadows at Elk Creek | Sassafras | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, DE and Nearby
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kirkwood area is the $1.64 price per square foot Inverness, Jr. Model at Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes in the in the Red Lion Chase neighborhood starting from $2,625. The second greatest value Kirkwood apartment is the Nottingham 3x2.5 Model at Valley Stream Village Townhomes starting at $2,300 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirkwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes | Inverness, Jr. | 3BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Valley Stream Village Townhomes | Nottingham 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.69 |
| Spring Crossing | Empire | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.61 |
| Christiana Reserve | Fenwick | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Enclave at Stoneyridge | 2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Castlebrook Apartments | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| The Vinings at Christiana Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| The Village of Barrett's Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Elkton Terrace | 2BR Apt. | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kirkwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment is $1,010 at Salem Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kirkwood is starting from $1,275 at Salem Village.
What is the most affordable Kirkwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kirkwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Salem Village and starts from $1,550.
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