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.

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.

Luxury Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, DE

43 rentals available

5d+ ago

Luxury Downtown Wilmington apartment for rent in Wilmington

801 N Market St #303, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury | Walk-in closets | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,695

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

5d+ ago

Luxury Forty Acres apartment for rent in Wilmington

Townhouse, End of Row/Townhouse - WILMINGTON, DE

1912 W 14th St, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan

1 bed

1 bath

$1,400

$1,300

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

2401 Pennsylvania Ave #ASK - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Luxury The Highlands condo for rent in Wilmington

$1250JUST Listed Devon Studio Great Amenities

2401 Pennsylvania Ave #ASK, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | Swimming pool | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$1,250

Condo for rent

Available Jul 31

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Furnished

On-Site Management

5d+ ago

Luxury Forty Acres house for rent in Wilmington

1413 Lincoln - 1

1413 N Lincoln St #1, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury

2 beds

1 bath

$2,150

House for rent

Available Jul 15

5d+ ago

Luxury Little Italy apartment for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

815 N Lincoln St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Luxury | Furnished | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,250

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Brandywine Village house for rent in Wilmington

APARTMENT - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

2118 N Washington St #3, Wilmington, DE 19802

Luxury | Hardwood floor

Studio

1 bath

$1,050

House for rent

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$1,395

709 N Broom St

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$1,536–$3,637

2351 Carpenter Station Rd

105 Christina Landing Dr #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Luxury condo for rent in Wilmington

HI Rise Living

105 Christina Landing Dr #NA, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

2 beds

2 baths

$2,400

Condo for rent

Available Jun 8

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Concierge Service

Dishwasher

Elevator

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

146 Christina Landing Dr #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Luxury townhouse for rent in Wilmington

3 Bed 3.5 Bath Riverfront Townhouse With 2 Car Garage

146 Christina Landing Dr #NA, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury | Balcony | In-unit laundry

3 beds

3.5 baths

$3,850

House for rent

Available Sep 18

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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5d+ ago

Luxury Forty Acres apartment for rent in Wilmington

APARTMENT - Colonial - WILMINGTON, DE

1823 Delaware Ave #A, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

105UNIT Christina Landing Dr #1703 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Luxury condo for rent in Wilmington

APARTMENT - WILMINGTON, DE

105UNIT Christina Landing Dr #1703, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury | Balcony | Roof deck

2 beds

2 baths

$2,400

Condo for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

Find sweet deals in Wilmington

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

$1,706

2101 Prior Rd

$1,450–$1,550

4605 Patrician Blvd

$1,750–$3,225

401 Justison St

$1,425–$1,680

101 W 10th St

5d+ ago

Luxury Alapocas house for rent in Wilmington

Beautiful 4 Bedroom Capecod close to 95/202

107 Augustine Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803

Luxury | Walk-in closets | In-unit laundry

4 beds

2.5 baths

$4,500

House for rent

Available Aug 14

Top amenities

Carpet

Dishwasher

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue apartment for rent in Wilmington

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

1401 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$2,595

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

105 Christina Landing Dr #1503 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Luxury condo for rent in Wilmington

APARTMENT - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

105 Christina Landing Dr #1503, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury | Balcony | Swimming pool

2 beds

2 baths

$2,500

Condo for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

5d+ ago

Luxury Cool Spring-Tilton Park condo for rent in Wilmington

Large 1 Bedroom Apartment on 2nd floor of Historic Cool Spring Building

1200 W 10th St #3, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor

1 bed

1 bath

$1,450

Condo for rent

Available Jun 15

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

5d+ ago

Luxury Triangle apartment for rent in Wilmington

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

602 W 20th St, Wilmington, DE 19802

Luxury | Balcony | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,325

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury The Highlands apartment for rent in Wilmington

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

2300 W 17th St, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

2 baths

$2,650

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Cool Spring-Tilton Park apartment for rent in Wilmington

$1,275-1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Wilmington With Great Amenities

1215 W 7th St #1, Wilmington, DE 19805

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$1,275

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Union Park Gardens apartment for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

219 S Union St #B, Wilmington, DE 19805

Luxury | Furnished | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$1,150

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue house for rent in Wilmington

1212 delaware ave - D3

1212 Delaware Ave #D3, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury

Studio

1 bath

$1,695

House for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue condo for rent in Wilmington

1212 delaware ave - B6

1212 Delaware Ave #B6, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury

2 beds

2 baths

$2,495

Condo for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue house for rent in Wilmington

1212 delaware ave - C6

1212 Delaware Ave #C6, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury

2 beds

2 baths

$2,695

House for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue house for rent in Wilmington

1212 delaware ave - C5

1212 Delaware Ave #C5, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury

1 bed

1 bath

$1,795

House for rent

Available May 1

1212 Delaware Ave Apt B5 #B5 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue apartment for rent in Wilmington

1212 delaware ave - B5

1212 Delaware Ave Apt B5 #B5, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury

1 bed

1 bath

$1,795

Apartment for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Luxury Downtown Wilmington apartment for rent in Wilmington

Cozy 1 Bed 1 Bath Room in Wilmington | $1100/mo | Available 01/16/2025

724 N Market St #3, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury

1 bed

1 bath

$1,100

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 16

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue condo for rent in Wilmington

1212 delaware ave - D4

1212 Delaware Ave ##D4, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury

Studio

1 bath

$1,695

Condo for rent

Available Feb 13

5d+ ago

Luxury Downtown Wilmington apartment for rent in Wilmington

825 N Market St #2, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury | In-unit laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,350

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Bayard Square apartment for rent in Wilmington

Nice unit fully renovated

207 S Dupont St #2, Wilmington, DE 19805

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1 bed

1.5 baths

$1,495

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Downtown Wilmington apartment for rent in Wilmington

Charming Single Unit in Wilmington | 722-724 N Market St | $1100/mo

724 N Market St #6, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury

1 bed

1 bath

$1,100

Apartment for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Luxury Brandywine Village townhouse for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - Other - WILMINGTON, DE

312 Concord Ave #1, Wilmington, DE 19802

Luxury | Furnished | Ceiling fan

1 bed

1 bath

$1,195

House for rent

5d+ ago

Luxury Cool Spring-Tilton Park apartment for rent in Wilmington

Single Family, Other - WILMINGTON, DE

918 N Clayton St, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | In-unit laundry | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$1,350

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue apartment for rent in Wilmington

1412 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | In-unit laundry | Carpet

1 bed

1 bath

$1,495

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Bancroft Village townhouse for rent in Wilmington

Townhouse, End of Row/Townhouse - WILMINGTON, DE

2115 Fairfield Pl, Wilmington, DE 19805

Luxury | Balcony | On-site laundry

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,350

House for rent

Top amenities

Fireplace

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue apartment for rent in Wilmington

1412 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | Hardwood floor | Carpet

Studio

1 bath

$1,325

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Luxury West Center City apartment for rent in Wilmington

TOWNHOME - WILMINGTON, DE

715 W 8th St, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury

1 bed

1 bath

$1,150

Apartment for rent

1212 Delaware Ave Apt A4 #A4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue house for rent in Wilmington

1212 delaware ave - A4

1212 Delaware Ave Apt A4 #A4, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury

Studio

1 bath

$1,650

House for rent

Available May 1

105 Christina Landing Dr #1105 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Luxury condo for rent in Wilmington

105 Christina Landing Dr #1105, Wilmington, DE 19801

Luxury | Balcony | Swimming pool

2 beds

2 baths

$2,500

Condo for rent

Available Mar 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

5d+ ago

Luxury Delaware Avenue house for rent in Wilmington

Dorset - #1403

1301 N Harrison St #1403, Wilmington, DE 19806

Luxury | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,595

House for rent

Available Apr 1

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Luxury house for rent in Wilmington

3314 Silverside Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810

Luxury | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$1,695

House for rent

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