Cheap Homes for Rent in Sussex County, DE from $1,200 (27 Rentals)
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1 S Washington St

18 N Pennsylvania Ave
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33372 River View Ave

305 Earlee Ave

509 State St

25940 Starboard Dr

400 Marshall St

9173 Concord Rd

36519 Palm Dr

104 E Market St
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15 E 4th St

28580 Dupont Blvd

35251 Wright Way

29086 St Thomas Blvd
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3902 N Sagamore Dr

32108 S Autumn Ct

17275 King Philip Way

34670 Villa Cir

20559 Asheville Dr

35580 N Gloucester Cir
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405 Franklin St, Unit 405

36366 Azalea Ave

17632 Fieldstone Ave

37696 Ulster Dr, Unit 2

34868 Collins Ave

114 Bobbys Branch Rd
Sussex County, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Sussex County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sussex County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,950 | $1,295 | $2,600 |
Sussex County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,330 | $1,295 | $3,750 |
Sussex County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,930 | $1,950 | $4,800 |
Sussex County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,440 | $2,500 | $4,900 |
Sussex County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Mispillion Apartments in the Orchard Hill neighborhood priced from $678. Dunbarton Estates Apartments 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 |
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Mispillion Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $678 |
Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $776 |
Hollybrook Farms Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $957 |
Cypress Grove | ATTAINABLE HOUSING at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
Ashton Oaks | Under Construction: ATTAINABLE HOUSING Apartmen... | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
Melanie's Ridge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Greenwood Pointe | The Sequoia Tree (2BD | 1.5 BA) | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Mill Chase | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
The Pointe of Stoneybrook | The Topaz Stone (1BD | 1BA) | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
College Park Apartments and Rental Homes | Hawthorn | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sussex County, DE
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sussex County area is the $1.43 price per square foot VO3 Model at Vincent Overlook in the in the Bay Front neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Sussex County apartment is the Windstone 2 Model at Windstone starting at $2,395 with a $1.24 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. |
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Vincent Overlook | VO3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Windstone | Windstone 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
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 | $1.30 |
128 E Market St, Unit A | 128 E Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Melanie's Ridge | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Hollybrook Farms Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Mispillion Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Sussex County
What type of rentals are currently available in Sussex County?
There are currently 154 Apartments for Rent in Sussex County, DE with pricing that ranges from $678 to $5,135. There are also 118 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sussex County ranging from $1,295 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sussex County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sussex County ranges from $1,295 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,130.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sussex County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sussex County range from $1,191 to $5,135, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $3,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,250.
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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