
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Townsend, DE (35 Rentals)


St. Andrews Community

Aspen Run

Boulden at Southfields

Meridian Crossing Community

The Reserve at Westown

Brandywine Woods Apartment Homes

The Reserve at South Ridge Phase l

Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes

Spring Crossing
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French Park Apartments

Summerton East

The Greens at Cedar Chase

The Enclave at Stoneyridge

The Reserve at Forest Gate

The Reserve at Becks Pond

Elkton Terrace

Sunnyside Apartments

Summerton Place

Governors Place Townhomes
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Iron Hill Apartments

Middletown Apartments

Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes

Christiana Reserve

Christina Apartments

The Arbors Senior Apartments

Birchwood at Main

Elk Meadows

Vinings at Christiana

Birchwood at Elkton (62+ Community)
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139 Wilson St

1 Nighthawk Dr

Gardens at Chesapeake Apartments

Frazier Place Apartments

Pine Valley
Townsend, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Townsend?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $974 | $1,670 |
Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $896 | $2,200 |
| Townsend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $1,156 | $3,040 |
| Townsend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,760 | $1,575 | $3,455 |
| Townsend 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,900 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
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Largest Available Townsend and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Townsend, DE is found at Summerton East and is 1,140 square feet priced from $2,000. Summerton Place has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,100 square feet and currently listed start at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Townsend:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerton East | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1,140 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Summerton Place | Large Glass Curve | 1,100 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Sunnyside Apartments | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1,021 Sq Ft | $1,460 |
| The Reserve at South Ridge Phase l | 1 Bedroom | 985 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| Middletown Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 950 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| Brandywine Woods Apartment Homes | A4 | 916 Sq Ft | $1,745 |
| The Reserve at Forest Gate | Chardonnay | 911 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom 2 Bath - 880 sqft | 880 Sq Ft | $1,485 |
| St. Andrews Community | Augusta | 872 Sq Ft | $1,970 |
| Meridian Crossing Community | Orion | 872 Sq Ft | $2,090 |
Cheapest Available Townsend and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Townsend, DE is the 1 bedroom Model starting from $1,305 at Governors Place Townhomes in the Wicksfield neighborhood. The second most affordable Townsend 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes starting at $1,330 in the Traditions at Christiana neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Townsend is currently $1,699. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Townsend:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Governors Place Townhomes | 1 bedroom | $1,305 |
| Village of Canterbury Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | $1,330 |
| Aspen Run | 1BD | $1,350 |
| Elk Meadows | 1 bedroom | $1,375 |
| Iron Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,405 |
| Sunnyside Apartments | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | $1,460 |
| Christina Apartments | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | $1,460 |
| Fox Run Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom- 770 sqft | $1,485 |
| The Reserve at Forest Gate | Chardonnay | $1,495 |
| The Greens at Cedar Chase | Holly | $1,520 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Townsend Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Townsend Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Townsend is $1,699.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Townsend Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Townsend is a 1,140 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at Summerton East.
What is the average size for Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Townsend is currently 392 sq ft.
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