How much is the average rent in Wilmington, DE for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

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.

Are rents going up or down in Wilmington, DE?

Rents in Wilmington, DE have remained relatively stable with a slight increase of about 0.6%. The average rent for a 1-bedroom has decreased slightly, while 2-bedroom rents have also dropped.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Wilmington, DE?

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.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Wilmington, DE?

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.

What areas of Wilmington, DE are best for budget-conscious renters?

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.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Wilmington, DE?

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.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Wilmington, DE?

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.

Are most apartments in Wilmington, DE largely older buildings or new developments?

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.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, DE

46 rentals

5d+ ago

Cheap Triangle apartment for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

604 W 20th St #2, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,195

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Westmoreland apartment for rent in Wilmington

403 Greenhill Ave #2, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Carpet

2 beds

1 bath

$1,250

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Brandywine Village apartment for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

306 W 23rd St #1, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable | Furnished

2 beds

1 bath

$1,295

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Brandywine Village apartment for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

314 Concord Ave #2, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,295

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Brandywine Village apartment for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

302 W 23rd St #1, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable | Furnished

2 beds

1 bath

$1,295

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Brandywine Village townhouse for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

312 Concord Ave #2, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable | Furnished | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$1,375

$1,295

Price drop

House for rent

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$1,290–$2,014

70 Court Dr

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$1,299

1313 W 8th St #3

5d+ ago

Cheap Brandywine Village apartment for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

306 W 23rd St #2, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable | Furnished

2 beds

1 bath

$1,295

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Cool Spring-Tilton Park apartment for rent in Wilmington

1313 West 8th Street - 3

1313 W 8th St #3, Wilmington, DE 19806

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$1,399

$1,299

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available May 16

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Central Heat

Controlled Access

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

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5d+ ago

Cheap Hilltop apartment for rent in Wilmington

1832 W 3rd St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$1,300

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Ceiling Fan

Controlled Access

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

15 Hillside RoadUnit 2 #2 - Photo 1 of 1

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Cheap apartment for rent in Wilmington

Aydin, Y - 15 Hillside Road - 2

15 Hillside RoadUnit 2 #2, Wilmington, DE 19804

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,325

Apartment for rent

Available May 15

Find sweet deals in Wilmington

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$1,290–$2,014

70 Court Dr

$1,299

1313 W 8th St #3

$1,350

306 Concord Ave #2

$1,550

1514 N Van Buren St #2

5d+ ago

Cheap Browntown townhouse for rent in Wilmington

4 Lower Oak Street - -

4 Lower Oak St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,350

House for rent

Available May 18

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Brandywine Village townhouse for rent in Wilmington

6 W 20th St, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable | Hardwood floor | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$1,395

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap West Center City townhouse for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

711 Windsor St, Wilmington, DE 19801

Affordable | Walk-in closets

2 beds

1 bath

$1,400

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Southbridge house for rent in Wilmington

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,450

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Little Italy apartment for rent in Wilmington

Unit/Flat/Apartment, Multi-Family - WILMINGTON, DE

1726 W 8th St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,495

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Vandever Avenue apartment for rent in Wilmington

22nd - 714 E - 1

714 E 22nd St #1, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,500

Apartment for rent

Available May 18

5d+ ago

Cheap Hedgeville house for rent in Wilmington

304 Porter Street - 1

304 Porter St #1, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | On-site laundry | Carpet

2 beds

1 bath

$1,500

House for rent

Available Dec 15

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Hilltop condo for rent in Wilmington

1105 W 4th Street, Unit 2

1105 W 4th St #2, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$1,550

Condo for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Canby Park townhouse for rent in Wilmington

1908 Seneca Rd, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

1 bath

$1,585

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Southbridge townhouse for rent in Wilmington

B St - 1219 - 1

1219 B St #1, Wilmington, DE 19801

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$1,600

House for rent

Available Apr 13

5d+ ago

Cheap Vandever Avenue townhouse for rent in Wilmington

5 East 24th Street - 1

5 E 24th St #1, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$1,795

House for rent

Available Jan 21

5d+ ago

Cheap Vandever Avenue townhouse for rent in Wilmington

103 East 24th Street - 1

103 E 24th St #1, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$1,795

House for rent

Available Jan 21

5d+ ago

Cheap Vandever Avenue townhouse for rent in Wilmington

918 East 17th Street - 1

918 E 17th St #1, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$1,795

House for rent

Available Jan 21

5d+ ago

Cheap East Side townhouse for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - WILMINGTON, DE

1004 N Spruce St, Wilmington, DE 19801

Affordable

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,800

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Browntown townhouse for rent in Wilmington

Townhouse - WILMINGTON, DE

7 6th Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | Storage

3 beds

2 baths

$1,800

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Hedgeville townhouse for rent in Wilmington

Harrison - 739 S - 1

739 S Harrison St #1, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | Furnished

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,800

House for rent

Available Jun 9

5d+ ago

Cheap Southbridge townhouse for rent in Wilmington

310 S. Claymont Street - -

310 S Claymont St, Wilmington, DE 19801

Affordable | Controlled access | Microwave

3 beds

1 bath

$1,895

House for rent

Available May 12

5d+ ago

Cheap Midtown Brandywine townhouse for rent in Wilmington

107 W 13th St, Wilmington, DE 19801

Affordable | Outdoor space

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,895

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Harlan house for rent in Wilmington

3005 N West St, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$1,900

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Baynard Village house for rent in Wilmington

504 Mccabe Ave, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable | Deck | Outdoor space

3 beds

2 baths

$1,900

House for rent

Available Jan 2

5d+ ago

Cheap Hedgeville townhouse for rent in Wilmington

1227 Linden St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Storage

3 beds

2 baths

$1,925

House for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Storage

5d+ ago

Cheap Harlan townhouse for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

3003 N Washington St, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$1,950

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Hilltop townhouse for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Colonial - WILMINGTON, DE

1505 W 5th St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

1.5 baths

$1,975

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Hilltop townhouse for rent in Wilmington

Townhouse - WILMINGTON, DE

307 N Rodney St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | On-site laundry

3 beds

1.5 baths

$2,000

House for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Hilltop house for rent in Wilmington

1913 West 2nd Street - 1

1913 W 2nd St #1, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | On-site laundry | Storage

5 beds

1.5 baths

$2,050

House for rent

Available Dec 15

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Ninth Ward house for rent in Wilmington

2618 N Van Buren St, Wilmington, DE 19802

Affordable | High ceilings | Outdoor space

4 beds

3 baths

$2,150

House for rent

Available Apr 17

5d+ ago

Cheap Canby Park house for rent in Wilmington

1601 E Latimer Pl, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

4 beds

1 bath

$2,195

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Cape Cod - WILMINGTON, DE

101 Curtis Ave, Wilmington, DE 19804

Affordable | Garage parking | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

House for rent

Top amenities

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

5d+ ago

Cheap Union Park Gardens townhouse for rent in Wilmington

610 Geddes - 1

610 Geddes St #1, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable

3 beds

2 baths

$2,200

House for rent

Available May 8

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Wilmington

Detached, Single Family - WILMINGTON, DE

4 Albertson Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19808

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

1.5 baths

$2,200

House for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap townhouse for rent in Wilmington

205 Western Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805

Affordable | Assigned parking | Air conditioning

4 beds

2.5 baths

$2,300

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Wilmington

Detached, Single Family - WILMINGTON, DE

3 Curtis Ave, Wilmington, DE 19804

Affordable | Storage | Hardwood floor

5 beds

3.5 baths

$2,595

House for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Wilmington

4 Bed, 2 Full Bath - Completely Remodeled Open Concept Home, Oversized Garage and Workshop

1132 Bardell Dr, Wilmington, DE 19808

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

4 beds

2 baths

$2,700

House for rent

Available Jul 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Storage

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Wilmington

3302 Heritage Dr

3302 Heritage Dr, Wilmington, DE 19808

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

5 beds

2.5 baths

$3,200

House for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Wilmington

Detached, Single Family - WILMINGTON, DE

2106 Largo Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803

Affordable | On-site laundry | Garage parking

5 beds

2.5 baths

$3,375

House for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

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