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70 Court Dr, Wilmington, DE 19805
On-site laundry | Fitness center | On-site management
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,315–$2,114
Price drop
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Available Jun 29
2d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$1,705
Apartment for rent
16h ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,298–$2,025
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 25
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,590–$1,895
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5d+ ago
Southbridge house for rent in Wilmington
2 beds
1 bath
$1,399
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5d+ ago
West Center City apartment for rent in Wilmington
3 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Cool Spring-Tilton Park apartment for rent in Wilmington
1215 W 7th St #1, Wilmington, DE 19805
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$1,275
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
3h ago
House for rent in Wilmington
1902 Julian Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,920
House for rent
Available Jul 4
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12h ago
2101 Prior Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Roof deck
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,415–$2,187
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15h ago
4605 Patrician Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19808
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$1,550
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In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Fitness Center
Air Conditioning
19h ago
401 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,718–$5,105
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19h ago
116 W 9th St, Wilmington, DE 19801
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,355–$3,985
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1d ago
101 W 10th St, Wilmington, DE 19801
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,425–$3,775
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1d ago
115 Christina Landing Dr, Wilmington, DE 19801
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,525–$3,456
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1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$2,400
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1d ago
517 N Shipley St, Wilmington, DE 19801
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,720–$3,625
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750–$1,850
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2d ago
Brandywine Village apartment for rent in Wilmington
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Brandywine Village apartment for rent in Wilmington
131 W 18th St, Wilmington, DE 19802
In-unit laundry | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Downtown Wilmington apartment for rent in Wilmington
2 beds
2 baths
$1,950
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
2d ago
The Highlands condo for rent in Wilmington
7 Rockford Rd #J5, Wilmington, DE 19806
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$1,800
Condo for rent
Available Aug 1
2d ago
Midtown Brandywine apartment for rent in Wilmington
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
2d ago
Delaware Avenue apartment for rent in Wilmington
2 beds
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
2d ago
The Flats apartment for rent in Wilmington
835 N Union St #B, Wilmington, DE 19805
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Deck
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
2d ago
2020 W Newport Pike, Wilmington, DE 19804
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Baynard Village condo for rent in Wilmington
2400 Baynard Blvd #3, Wilmington, DE 19802
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Elevator
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,000
Condo for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
3d ago
North Brandywine house for rent in Wilmington
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,800
House for rent
3d ago
Baynard Village apartment for rent in Wilmington
409 W 20th St #2, Wilmington, DE 19802
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$1,700
$1,500
Price drop
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3d ago
House for rent in Wilmington
4 beds
3 baths
$3,600
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3d ago
House for rent in Wilmington
240 Philadelphia Pike #NA, Wilmington, DE 19809
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
House for rent
Available Jun 15
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Wilmington
1 bed
1 bath
$1,450
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 26
4d ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,725
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2351 Carpenter Station Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,525–$3,616
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Delaware Avenue condo for rent in Wilmington
1301 N Harrison St #608, Wilmington, DE 19806
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$2,000
Condo for rent
Available Jun 26
4d ago
Midtown Brandywine townhouse for rent in Wilmington
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,895
House for rent
4d ago
Townhouse for rent in Wilmington
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,200
House for rent
4d ago
Canby Park townhouse for rent in Wilmington
1554 Clayton Rd, Wilmington, DE 19805
Garage parking | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,750
House for rent
4d ago
Hedgeville townhouse for rent in Wilmington
428 S Jackson St, Wilmington, DE 19805
In-unit laundry | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
4d ago
Eastlake apartment for rent in Wilmington
2 beds
1 bath
$1,680
$1,595
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Brandywine Village townhouse for rent in Wilmington
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Wilmington
162 Paladin Dr #162, Wilmington, DE 19802
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$1,840
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Hilltop townhouse for rent in Wilmington
1011 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE 19805
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan
4 beds
2 baths
$2,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Eastlake townhouse for rent in Wilmington
2601 N Heald St #HEALD, Wilmington, DE 19802
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
3 beds
1 bath
$1,795
House for rent
Available Jun 10
5d+ ago
Downtown Wilmington apartment for rent in Wilmington
225 W 4th St #B14, Wilmington, DE 19801
In-unit laundry | Carpet | Dishwasher
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,600
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 27
5d+ ago
Harlan house for rent in Wilmington
3003 N Tatnall St, Wilmington, DE 19802
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
House for rent
Available Jun 23
5d+ ago
Vandever Avenue townhouse for rent in Wilmington
3 beds
1 bath
$1,600
House for rent
Available Jun 23
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
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Wilmington, DE, offers a mix of urban convenience and scenic waterfront. Residents appreciate the vibrant arts scene, with plenty of galleries and events, as well as access to parks that promote outdoor activities. There's a noted emphasis on local dining options which many revel in. However, some renters mention concerns about safety in certain neighborhoods and a lack of affordable housing. Public transportation is convenient for commuting, but parking can sometimes be tricky in busy areas. Overall, Wilmington provides a diverse urban lifestyle with its own set of challenges.
Wilmington's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,700 per month, while 2-bedroom units average around $2,000 per month. These figures reflect the current market conditions across the city's diverse neighborhood options.
February and December offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Wilmington, with February seeing the lowest rents and December being the least competitive period. June has the highest rent while July emerges as the most competitive month, creating approximately a 6% difference between peak and off-peak periods.
The East Side, Browntown, and Southbridge emerge as Wilmington's most sought-after neighborhoods, each averaging around $1,740 per month for 1-bedroom apartments. These areas generate the highest consumer interest, with East Side attracting 1.5 times more interest than average, followed by Southbridge at 1.49 times and Browntown at 1.46 times the market rate.
Hilltop offers the greatest savings at around $1,000 per month for 1-bedroom apartments, 35% below the city median. Brandywine Village provides another budget-friendly option at around $1,220 per month, 21% below the median, while Quaker Hill averages around $1,450 per month for cost-conscious renters.
Wilmington offers excellent options for pet owners, with 56% of rental listings welcoming pets across the city. West Center City, Delaware Avenue, Baynard Village, and The Highlands provide the best pet amenities, featuring dedicated pet spaces, regular pet events, and no breed restrictions along with convenient outdoor areas and pet waste stations.
Utilities are rarely included in Wilmington rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of all listings across the market. This pattern remains consistent across apartment sizes, from studios to three-bedroom units, meaning renters should budget separately for electricity, gas, water, and other utility costs.
Wilmington's rental market is dominated by Colonial architecture, representing 56.1% of available properties and reflecting the area's historical roots from the 1600s and 1700s. Contemporary style homes make up 11.0% of the market, while Rambler homes account for 10.4%, indicating the market leans heavily toward older, traditional architectural styles.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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