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property at 1 Corbin Ct

1 Corbin Ct, Unit A

1 Corbin Ct
WilmingtonDE19805

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WilmingtonDE19809

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property at 13 Oak Ave

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WilmingtonDE19805

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property at 123 Eastlawn Ave

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WilmingtonDE19802

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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 The Lofts at Clifford Brown Walk in the Southbridge neighborhood priced from $860. 815 Rosedale Ave in the Brandywine Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Castle County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lofts at Clifford Brown Walk1x11BR,1BA$860
815 Rosedale Ave51BR,1BA$950
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
Naamans Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom Den1BR,1BA$1,097
Colonial CourtStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,100
Baynard Apartmentsstudio1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Castle County, DE

As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Castle County area is the $1.34 price per square foot 4 bd x 3.5 ba TH Model at Darley Green Townhomes in the in the Channin neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value New Castle County apartment is the 3x2.5 BE Model at Walden Townhomes starting at $2,150 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Meadowood 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.
Darley Green Townhomes4 bd x 3.5 ba TH4BR,3.5BA$1.34
Walden Townhomes3x2.5 BE3BR,2.5BA$1.26
2711 W 5th St, Unit 22711 W 5th St2BR,1BA$1.00
2301 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit C2301 Pennsylvania Ave2BR,1BA$1.37
Salem VillageThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.20
The Garrison2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$1.37
Summit Chase Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.39
Naamans Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom Den1BR,1BA$1.37
The Lofts at Clifford Brown Walk1x11BR,1BA$1.23
1135 Lancaster Ave, Unit B1135 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 563 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 $850 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 $850 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,098.

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 $5,599, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,699 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $859.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.