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property at 14 S Rodney Dr

$1,500

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Feb 1

14 S Rodney Dr

WilmingtonDE19809
property at 1 Corbin Ct

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

1 Corbin Ct, Unit A

1 Corbin Ct
WilmingtonDE19805

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Cheapest Available New Castle County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New Castle County, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenview at Chestnut Run in the The Flats neighborhood priced from $1,003. 824 N West St in the Southbridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Castle County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenview at Chestnut Run1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,003
824 N West StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,050
800-802 AdamsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,050
Whitney ApartmentsStudio | 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,084
Colonial CourtStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Castle County, DE

As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Castle County area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3x2.5 BE Model at Walden Townhomes in the in the Meadowood neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value New Castle County apartment is the 2711 W 5th St Model at 2711 W 5th St, Unit 2 starting at $1,550 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Castle County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Walden Townhomes3x2.5 BE3BR,2.5BA$1.25
2711 W 5th St, Unit 22711 W 5th St2BR,1BA$1.00
Rittenhouse StationTHREE BEDROOM3BR,3BA$0.80
The Garrison2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$1.37
Christiana ReserveWoodside2BR,2BA$1.40
1215 W 7th St, Unit Apartment 11215 W 7th St1BR,1BA$1.28
Water View Court2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.36
The Colony Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Harbor House1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
1135 Lancaster Ave, Unit B room 21135 Lancaster Ave1BR,1BA$1.25

Frequently Asked Questions about New Castle County

What type of rentals are currently available in New Castle County?

There are currently 561 Apartments for Rent in New Castle County, DE with pricing that ranges from $554 to $5,694. There are also 201 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Castle County ranging from $800 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in New Castle County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in New Castle County ranges from $800 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,019.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in New Castle County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in New Castle County range from $1,080 to $5,169, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,749 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $836.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!