
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sussex County, DE from $400 (21 Rentals)
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26447 Bay Farm Rd, Unit Apartment #1, Unit Apartment #1

Ashton Oaks

Cypress Grove

County Seat Apartments, LLC.

26892 Horse St

206 N Railroad Ave
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,811 | $726 | $5,000 |
| Sussex County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $851 | $3,550 |
| Sussex County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $1,191 | $3,850 |
| Sussex County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,325 | $2,250 | $3,780 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $726 |
| Ashton Oaks | ATTAINABLE HOUSING Apartments at Ashton Oaks (1... | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Cypress Grove | ATTAINABLE HOUSING at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) | 1BR,1BA | $1,171 |
| Melanie's Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Mill Chase | Two Bedroom | 2BR,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 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 | $1.42 |
| Heron Bay | Heron Bay 1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Burton’s Crossing Townhomes | Three Bedroom Townhomes | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Enclave at Millwood | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
| Windward on the River | Carlisle | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Lakeside Apartments | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| The Oaks at Georgetown | Canby | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Watergate Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Elizabeth Cornish Landing | Landing 1 BR | 1BR,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.
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