
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Lincoln, DE from $726 (40 Rentals)
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County Seat Apartments, LLC.

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Friendship Village

Melanie's Ridge

Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult)

The Pointe of Stoneybrook
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16 Backwater Ct

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107 Mermaid Ln
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Lincoln, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lincoln?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Studio Apartments | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 |
| Lincoln 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $726 | $3,105 |
| Lincoln 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $796 | $3,790 |
| Lincoln 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,191 | $4,098 |
| Lincoln 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,159 | $2,395 | $4,524 |
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Cheapest Available Lincoln Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lincoln, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Elizabeth Cornish Landing in the Heritage Shores SFD neighborhood priced from $726. Dunbarton Estates Apartments in the Sussex County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $776. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lincoln apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR, 1BA | $726 |
| Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $776 |
| Premier Village Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,225 |
| County Seat Apartments, LLC. | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1,350 |
| Melanie's Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,420 |
| Planters Run Apartments (55+ Active Adult) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,450 |
| Friendship Village | Sassafras | 2BR, 2BA | $1,500 |
| The Pointe of Stoneybrook | The Topaz Stone | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| Greenwood Pointe | The Oak Classic | 2BR, 1BA | $1,525 |
| Cypress Grove | Apartments at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) | 1BR, 1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln, DE and Nearby
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln area is the $1.45 price per square foot VO3 Model at Vincent Overlook in the Bay Front neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Lincoln apartment is the Windstone 2 Model at Windstone in the Bay Front neighborhood starting at $2,395 with a $1.24 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vincent Overlook | VO3 | 3BR, 2BA | $1.45 |
| Windstone | Windstone 2 | 3BR, 2BA | $1.24 |
| Windward Grove - Townhome Rentals | Interior Unit - Fenced | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.46 |
| The Reserves At Belle Ayre | Three Bedroom | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Windward on the River | Carlisle | 3BR, 2BA | $1.47 |
| Watergate Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR, 2BA | $1.49 |
| Friendship Village | Beech | 2BR, 2BA | $1.50 |
| County Seat Apartments, LLC. | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.46 |
| Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.05 |
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR, 1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lincoln Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lincoln Apartment is $726 at Elizabeth Cornish Landing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lincoln Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lincoln is starting from $796 at Dunbarton Estates Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lincoln Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lincoln Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elizabeth Cornish Landing and starts from $1,191.
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