
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, DE Under $1,200 (46 Rentals)


The Colony Apartments

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Baynard Apartments

Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community

Cynwood Club Apartments

The Lofts at Clifford Brown Walk

1135 Lancaster Ave, Unit B

115 W 23rd St

5 Winston Ave

1800 Philadelphia Pike

101 S Scott St

2801 Tatnall St
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1717 Delaware Ave

825 N Market St

1420 N Van Buren St

712 N West St

2600 Tatnall St

403 W 6th St
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178 N Broadway
Wilmington, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilmington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,652 | $790 | $2,965 |
| Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,007 | $554 | $4,648 |
| Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,430 | $901 | $5,694 |
| Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,735 | $1,080 | $5,599 |
| Wilmington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,450 | $2,450 |
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Wilmington, DEPopulation: 70,635
Ranked #512
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Wilmington, DE
Linden Hill Elementary School
Brandywine Springs School
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Getting Around Wilmington, DE
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmington with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wilmington is at The Lofts at Clifford Brown Walk listed at $860.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $2,007.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 1,025 square feet unit starting from $1,450 at The Oakley.
What is the average size for Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wilmington is currently 700 sq ft.
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