Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sussex County, DE from $400 (21 Rentals)

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Savannah West
2 Bedroom Apartments

Savannah West

2500 Savannah West SqLewes, DE 19958
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Mispillion Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mispillion Apartments

1029 S Walnut StMilford, DE 19963
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Lingo Creek Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lingo Creek Apartments

32980 Shoppes at Long Neck BlvdMillsboro, DE 19966
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Golden Meadows
1 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Meadows

40 Golden LnDelmar, DE 19940
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Woods Edge Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Woods Edge Apartments

34186 Woodsedge DrLewes, DE 19958
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634 Marshall St
3 Bedroom Apartments

634 Marshall St

634 Marshall StMilford, DE 19963

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Cheapest Available Sussex County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sussex County, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Elizabeth Cornish Landing in the Heritage Shores SFD neighborhood priced from $726. Ashton Oaks in the Ashley Manor-Fenwick Island Area-Villas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sussex County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elizabeth Cornish LandingLanding 1 BR1BR,1BA$726
Ashton OaksATTAINABLE HOUSING Apartments at Ashton Oaks (1...1BR,1BA$1,120
Cypress GroveATTAINABLE HOUSING at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA)1BR,1BA$1,171
Melanie's Ridge1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,375
Mill ChaseTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sussex County, DE

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sussex County area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3 Bd Townhome Model at Fairway Village Rental Townhomes in the in the Coastal Club neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Sussex County 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 Sussex County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairway Village Rental Townhomes3 Bd Townhome3BR,2.5BA$0.78
Vincent OverlookVO13BR,2BA$1.42
Heron BayHeron Bay 13BR,2BA$1.31
Burton’s Crossing TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhomes3BR,2.5BA$1.12
Enclave at MillwoodThree Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.31
Windward on the RiverCarlisle3BR,2BA$1.51
Lakeside Apartments2 Bed | 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.50
The Oaks at GeorgetownCanby2BR,2BA$1.50
Watergate Townhomes2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome2BR,2BA$1.46
Elizabeth Cornish LandingLanding 1 BR1BR,1BA$0.98

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sussex County Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sussex County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sussex County Apartment is $726 at Elizabeth Cornish Landing.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sussex County is starting from $851 at Elizabeth Cornish Landing.

What is the most affordable Sussex County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sussex County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elizabeth Cornish Landing and starts from $1,191.

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

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