
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Milton, DE from $700 (35 Rentals)
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135 Tobin Dr

607 Union St

Elizabeth Cornish Landing

County Seat Apartments, LLC.

Houston Acres

Friendship Village

Mill Chase
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The Willows at Foster Commons

The Pointe of Stoneybrook

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Greenwood Pointe

The Oaks at Georgetown

Weston Willows

The Reserve at Cypress Hall

Riverside Apartments
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Watergate Townhomes

Coastal Tide Apartments

The Residences at River Place

The Reserve at Sandbar

Windward on the River

The Reserves At Belle Ayre

Burton’s Crossing Townhomes

Mispillion Apartments
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Dunbarton Estates Apartments

Jefferson Apartments

124 S Bedford St

133 NW Front St

139 NW Front St

409 N Washington St

Reserve at Sawmill

Lakeside Apartments
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102 Montgomery St

Olympus by the Sea

33725 Skiff Aly
Milton, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Milton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $726 | $2,900 |
| Milton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,081 | $851 | $3,550 |
| Milton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,419 | $1,191 | $3,850 |
| Milton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,432 | $2,250 | $4,070 |
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Cheapest Available Milton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Milton, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Elizabeth Cornish Landing in the Heritage Shores SFD neighborhood priced from $726. Mill Chase in the Retreat at Millstone neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Milton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $726 |
| Mill Chase | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Reserve at Sawmill | Holly | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Willows at Foster Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,523 |
| College Park Apartments and Rental Homes | Hawthorn | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Greenwood Pointe | The Oak Classic (2BD | 1.5 BA) | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Pointe of Stoneybrook | The Topaz Stone (1BD | 1BA) | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Cypress Grove | Apartments at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Carillon Woods | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,587 |
| Watergate Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1,620 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milton, DE and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Milton area is the $1.12 price per square foot Windstone 3 Model at Windstone in the in the Bay Front neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Milton apartment is the VO1 Model at Vincent Overlook starting at $2,695 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Bay Front neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windstone | Windstone 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Vincent Overlook | VO1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Heron Bay | Heron Bay 1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Burton’s Crossing Townhomes | Three Bedroom Townhomes | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Windward Grove - Townhome Rentals | Interior Unit - Fenced | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.49 |
| Enclave at Millwood | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Lakeside Apartments | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| The Oaks at Georgetown | Canby | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Watergate Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Milton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Milton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Milton Apartment is $726 at Elizabeth Cornish Landing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Milton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Milton is starting from $851 at Elizabeth Cornish Landing.
What is the most affordable Milton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Milton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elizabeth Cornish Landing and starts from $1,191.
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