Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Swedes Historic District Wilmington, DE from $500 (40 Rentals)

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Market Street Village
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Market Street Village

838 N Market StWilmington, DE 19801
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West Street Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Street Apartments

1601-1615 West StWilmington, DE 19802
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811 MKT
1 Bedroom Apartments

811 MKT

811 N Market StWilmington, DE 19801
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800-802 Adams
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

800-802 Adams

800 N Adams StWilmington, DE 19801
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426 N Market St
1 Bedroom Apartments

426 N Market St

426 N Market StWilmington, DE 19801
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Studio Apartments

608mkt

605 N Market StWilmington, DE 19801

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Old Swedes Historic District, Wilmington, DE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Swedes Historic District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Swedes Historic District area of Wilmington, DE is a 1 Bed unit found at The Rutledge Apartments priced from $1,100. Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Old Swedes Historic District apartments for rent in Wilmington, DE:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Rutledge Apartments1Bed1BR,1BA$1,100
Courtyard Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
The Lucania1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,225
824 N West St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,225
801 N Market Street0TP2Studio,1BA$1,345
Lincoln SquareSL16Studio,1BA$1,370
Market View ResidencesBarton1BR,1BA$1,430
835-839 N Tatnall St1 Bedroom | 1.5 Baths1BR,1BA$1,495
Westview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Swedes Historic District, DE

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Swedes Historic District area is the $2.00 price per square foot Longwood Two Bedroom Model at The Residences at Rodney Square in the in the Southbridge neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Old Swedes Historic District apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Westview Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Southbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Swedes Historic District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Residences at Rodney SquareLongwood Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.00
Westview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.55
The Residences at Christina LandingLifestyle1BR,1BA$1.84
835-839 N Tatnall St1 Bedroom | 1.5 Baths1BR,1.5BA$1.71
824 N West St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.63
The Saville1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.25
Courtyard Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.71
The Lucania1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.88
Lincoln SquareSL16Studio ,1BA$2.25
603 N Market St, Unit 301603 N Market StStudio ,1BA$1.65

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Old Swedes Historic District, Wilmington, DE

Ranked #22

Among cities in Delaware for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Swedes Historic District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Swedes Historic District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Swedes Historic District is at Lincoln Square listed at $1,320.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Swedes Historic District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Swedes Historic District Apartment is $1,100 at The Rutledge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Swedes Historic District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Swedes Historic District is starting from $1,400 at The Rutledge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Old Swedes Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Old Swedes Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 801 N Market Street and starts from $3,358.

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