
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sussex County, DE from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Dunbarton Estates Apartments

Little Creek Apartments

33955 Middleton Cir, Unit #5

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26447 Bay Farm Rd, Unit Apartment #1

Ashton Oaks
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Savannah West

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Lingo Creek Apartments

Golden Meadows
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Jefferson Estates

32715 Bi State Blvd

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Woods Edge Apartments

634 Marshall St
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Sussex County, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sussex County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex County Studio Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
| Sussex County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $726 | $5,000 |
| Sussex County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $796 | $3,550 |
| Sussex County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,375 | $1,191 | $3,850 |
| Sussex County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $2,250 | $3,053 |
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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. Dunbarton Estates Apartments in the Sussex County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $776. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sussex County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $726 |
| Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $776 |
| Ashton Oaks | ATTAINABLE HOUSING Apartments at Ashton Oaks (1... | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Mill Chase | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Houston Acres | One Bedroom w/Loft & One-Car Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sussex County, DE
As of July 20, 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 $2,595 with a $1.37 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairway Village Rental Townhomes | 3 Bd Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.78 |
| Vincent Overlook | VO1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Burton’s Crossing Townhomes | Three Bedroom Townhomes | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Windward Grove - Townhome Rentals | Interior Unit - Fenced | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Windward on the River | Carlisle | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 128 E Market St | 128 E Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The Oaks at Georgetown | Canby | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Watergate Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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 $796 at Dunbarton Estates Apartments.
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.
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