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Highlands, Wilmington, DE Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,648 | $1,295 | $2,250 |
| Highlands 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,050 | $1,325 | $5,500 |
| Highlands 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,206 | $1,495 | $3,250 |
| Highlands 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,375 | $2,050 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highlands area of Wilmington, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community priced from $1,042. The Rutledge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent in Wilmington, DE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,042 |
| The Rutledge Apartments | 1Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Colonial Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 800-802 Adams | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, DE
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $1.42 price per square foot 1403 N Scott St Model at 1403 N Scott St, Unit A in the in the The Flats neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the 505 N Rodney St Model at 505 N Rodney St starting at $1,400 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Southbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1403 N Scott St, Unit A | 1403 N Scott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 505 N Rodney St | 505 N Rodney St | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1907 Delaware Ave, Unit 1907 DE Ave - 2nd Floor | 1907 Delaware Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Westview Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.55 |
| Birchwood at Rodney Court 62+ Community | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Mayfair Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Madison Monroe Apartments | A | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 824 N West St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 3 Corbin Ct, Unit 3-C Corbin Court | 3 Corbin Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Highlands, Wilmington, DE
Highlands Elementary School
Red Clay Consolidated School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (276)
2 out of 10
duPont (Alexis I.) High School
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (550)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands
What type of rentals are currently available in Highlands?
There are currently 286 Apartments for Rent in Highlands, DE with pricing that ranges from $900 to $5,694. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highlands ranging from $1,195 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highlands?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highlands ranges from $1,195 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,877.
Expert Rental Resources
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.