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property at 1 Bassett Pl

$580

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$580
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$580

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 23

1 Bassett Pl

NewarkDE19711

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property at 507 Capitol Tr

$1,385 - $1,750

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

507 Capitol Tr

NewarkDE19711

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property at 80 Welsh Tract Rd

$1,500

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$1,500
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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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80 Welsh Tract Rd, Unit 310

80 Welsh Tract Rd
NewarkDE19713
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Mill at White Clay
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mill at White Clay

49 Annabelle StNewark, DE 19711
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Elms Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elms Apartments

2202 London WayNewark, DE 19713
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Possum Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Possum Park

630 Capitol TrlNewark, DE 19711
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The Varsity
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Varsity

120 Wilbur StNewark, DE 19711
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Salem Village 2
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Village 2

911 Village DrNewark, DE 19713
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Fairfield Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fairfield Apartments

18 Country Club DrNewark, DE 19711
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newark, DE

Pricing Updated: 07/31/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Newark, DE area range in price from $989 to $3,595 with an overall median price of $2,229. The three Newark neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fairway Falls at $1,105, Meadowbrook at $1,105, and Choate at $1,010. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newark Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fairway Falls$1,924$1,10528
Meadowbrook$1,929$1,10524
Choate$1,931$1,01060
Meadowood$1,934$1,10569
Estates at Farmington$2,175$98939
English Village$2,425$1,10586
Roseville Park$2,425$1,01096
Traditions at Christiana$3,095$1,01077

Cheapest Available Newark Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Newark, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Salem Village in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood priced from $1,010. Cavalier Country Club Apartments in the Meadowood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newark apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Salem VillageJr 1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,010
Cavalier Country Club Apartments1BD Standard1BR,1BA$1,195
Pine Hill Apartments1 Bedroom - Remodeled1BR,1BA$1,250
The OakleyElm1BR,1BA$1,250
Haverford ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,275
Glen Eagle Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,297
Newport Terrace ApartmentsJuniper2BR,1BA$1,304
Liberty Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,309
Stonehurst GardenThe Christiana-1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,310
Elkton Terrace2BR Apt.2BR,1BA$1,314

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newark, DE

As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newark area is the $0.62 price per square foot Orchard - South Furnished 4X4 Model at The Waverly in the starting from $989. The second greatest value Newark apartment is the Inverness, Jr. Model at Ascot Landing - Single Family Homes starting at $2,575 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Red Lion Chase neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newark apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The WaverlyOrchard - South Furnished 4X44BR,4BA$0.62
Ascot Landing - Single Family HomesInverness, Jr.3BR,2BA$1.61
Regency SquareThe Chesapeake-2 bedroom/2 bath2BR,2BA$1.46
Spring CrossingRockefeller2BR,2BA$1.58
The Enclave at Stoneyridge2BD2BR,2BA$1.60
Windsor Forest Townhomes1a. 2 Floor Townhome One Bedroom w/den1BR,1BA$1.63
Arbor Pointe ApartmentsThe Cypress2BR,2BA$1.48
The Vinings at Christiana ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.61
One EastonB2 - A - Standard2BR,2BA$1.58
Christiana ReserveBethany1BR,1BA$1.63

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Newark Overview

Newark, Delaware is a city rich in American history. Located east of the Maryland state line and less than a mile south of where Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware meet, the area is surrounded by plenty of public parks and is perfect for the outdoor lover.

Why live in Newark, DE?

" Newark is perfect for those who are looking for that small town feel, without sacrificing the amenities of big-city living. Newark has a stable economy that continuously seeks out new opportunities for growth. It boasts an unemployment rate well below the national average and has a culturally diverse population. For those passionate about education, Newark has a great school system and is home to the University of Delaware. "

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newark Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Newark Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Newark Apartment is $1,010 at Salem Village.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Newark Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Newark is starting from $1,275 at Salem Village.

What is the most affordable Newark Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Newark Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Salem Village and starts from $1,550.

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