
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, DE from $554 (45 Rentals)


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1135 Lancaster Ave

241 N Broom St

The Rutledge Apartments

MKT North

100 N Franklin St

600 N Washington St

Courtyard Apartments

Madison Monroe Apartments
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The Lucania

824 N West St

Delfe Apartments at Trolley Square

2600 N Jefferson St

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1215 W 7th St, Unit Apartment 1, Unit Apartment 1

Baynard Apartments

420 W 22nd St

517 N West St

517 West St
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The Mayfair Apartments

709 N Broom St

101 E 35th St

The Residences at Rodney Square

101 dupont place

Market View Residences

The Residences at Justison Landing

825 N Market St

Westview Apartments
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835-839 N Tatnall St

1401 Pennsylvania Ave

The Cooper

1300 N Rodney St

Luther Towers-62+ Subsidized Housing

Market Street Village

The Lofts at Clifford Brown Walk

811 MKT

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314 Concord Ave

Trolley Square Apartments

800-802 Adams

426 N Market St

Gilpin Place Apartments

The Lofts at 2nd and LOMA

1200 W 10th St

1922 Delaware Ave

1702 N Washington St
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Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,670 | $990 | $2,701 |
Downtown Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,944 | $554 | $4,120 |
| Downtown Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $1,225 | $5,694 |
| Downtown Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,389 | $1,330 | $4,293 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Wilmington, Wilmington, DE
Ranked #23
Among cities in Delaware for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wilmington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is at The Rutledge Apartments listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment is $1,100 at The Rutledge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is starting from $1,100 at The Rutledge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Rutledge Apartments and starts from $1,100.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.