
Cheap Homes for Rent in Wilmington, DE from $800 (35 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in Wilmington.


1603 W 13th St

314 Concord Ave

219 S Union St

508 W 9th St

1310 N French St

1 New Jersey Ave

27206 Valley Run Dr

27705 Valley Run Dr

1429 N Clayton St
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1300 E 14th St

118 Ruth St

1629 Bonwood Rd

106 W. 35th Street, Unit 1 - Downstairs

6 W 20th St

514 W 30th St

19 N Pennewell Dr

2625 Tatnall St

18 S Pennewell Dr

827 N Jackson St
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204-206-206 S Broad St

3906 Eastview Ln, Unit 3906 Eastview Lane

1408 Chestnut St

3102 N Monroe St

1 Victory Ave

2205 Jessup St

1212 Delaware Ave

1301 N Harrison St

339 Sheridan Dr

502 S Franklin St

16 N Walnut St

712 E 6th St

2410 Lamotte St

36 N Rodney Dr

530 Harlan Blvd
Wilmington, DE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Wilmington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Wilmington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,685 | $1,300 | $2,300 |
Wilmington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,967 | $1,395 | $3,100 |
Wilmington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,777 | $1,800 | $4,000 |
Wilmington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,227 | $2,200 | $4,890 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wilmington, DE
Pricing Updated: 05/02/2025Current apartment rentals in the Wilmington, DE area range in price from $790 to $6,200 with an overall median price of $2,573. The three Wilmington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mermaid at $1,075, Skyline Crest at $1,065, and Milltown at $1,075. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wilmington Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Mermaid | $1,826 | $1,075 | 22 |
Skyline Crest | $1,826 | $1,065 | 37 |
Milltown | $1,839 | $1,075 | 20 |
Heritage | $2,195 | $1,065 | 24 |
Woodcreek | $2,235 | $1,075 | 28 |
Brandywine Hills | $2,300 | $1,039 | 236 |
Hedgeville | $2,388 | $790 | 292 |
Brandywine Village | $2,420 | $1,039 | 295 |
Browntown | $2,451 | $790 | 300 |
Cool Spring | $2,457 | $790 | 299 |
Cheapest Available Wilmington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilmington, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at Greenview at Chestnut Run in the The Flats neighborhood priced from $1,003. Brandywine Hills Apartments in the Brandywine Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,074. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilmington apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Greenview at Chestnut Run | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,003 |
Brandywine Hills Apartments | Jr. 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,074 |
Brandywine Apartments | Efficiency Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
The Rutledge Apartments | One Bedroom with Private Outisde Entrance | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Baynard Apartments | studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Heritage Court | 1 BED - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
River Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,165 |
Parklynn Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
MKT North | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
The Oakley | Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, DE
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wilmington area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3x2.5 B Model at Walden Townhomes in the in the Meadowood neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Wilmington apartment is the Penthouse Model at Wawaset Park Apartments starting at $2,500 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Southbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Walden Townhomes | 3x2.5 B | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
Wawaset Park Apartments | Penthouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
30 W 41st St, Unit 30. 41st St | 30 W 41st St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
2115 Harrison Ave, Unit #5 | 2115 Harrison Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
1215 W 7th St, Unit 1 | 1215 W 7th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
102 W 30th St, Unit 1 | 102 W 30th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
Maple Walk Apartments | Newly Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
803 Rodman Rd, Unit A | 803 Rodman Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Summit Chase Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
River Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wilmington
What type of rentals are currently available in Wilmington?
There are currently 368 Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, DE with pricing that ranges from $790 to $5,248. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wilmington ranging from $870 to $4,890.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wilmington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wilmington ranges from $870 to $4,890 with an average monthly rent of $2,070.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wilmington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wilmington range from $1,080 to $5,134, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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