Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 6, 2026
Average rent in
Wilmington, DE
Average rent in
Last updated on September 6, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Wilmington rent stands today
Wilmington, DE rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,795/month. Renters are paying $103 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Wilmington sits 5.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 224 total rentals offering a modest selection for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $1,550/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,658/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,816/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,100/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,598/month. This range reflects the diversity of unit sizes available in Wilmington.
Neighborhood spotlight
Canby Park rents rose by 23.9% year over year to a median of $2,200/month. This increase contrasts with Wilmington's overall flat rent trend and shows localized strength in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Wilmington
$1,795/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Wilmington is $1,795 per month as of September 2026. This is 6% below the national average rent, or $105 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Wilmington
224
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Wilmington rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Wilmington, DE
Average rent prices in Wilmington have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Wilmington, DE
Rent prices in Wilmington vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Wilmington is $1,695, whereas a house costs $2,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Wilmington run $1,675 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,832.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,550 |  3% |  23% | |
1 bedroom | $1,657 | 5% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,816 | 4% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,100 | 3% | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $2,597 | 37% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Brandywine Village | $1,682 | |
Cool Spring Tilton Park | $1,750 | |
Delaware Avenue | $1,872 | |
Downtown Wilmington | $1,727 | |
Hedgeville | $1,795 | |
Hilltop | $1,995 | |
Little Italy | $1,885 | |
Quaker Hill | $1,295 | |
Riverfront | $1,904 | |
Vandever Avenue | $1,725 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,695 | 9% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,700 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,000 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,038 | 3% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
23%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,657
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,816
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,597
Last 30 days
37%
Last year
7%
Downtown Wilmington
Average rent
$1,727
Delaware Avenue
Average rent
$1,872
Riverfront
Average rent
$1,904
Quaker Hill
Average rent
$1,295
Cool Spring Tilton Park
Average rent
$1,750
Brandywine Village
Average rent
$1,682
Little Italy
Average rent
$1,885
Hedgeville
Average rent
$1,795
Hilltop
Average rent
$1,995
Vandever Avenue
Average rent
$1,725
Apartments
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
9%
Condos
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,038
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Wilmington, DE, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Wilmington, DE compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Wilmington and Chester by all bedroom counts and property types.
Wilmington
6%lower than the national median
28%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Wilmington, DE is 32% higher than the median rent in Chester, PA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,365
2%$2,234
9%$1,710
35%$2,550
2%$1,450
36%$2,472
25%$1,570
$1,950
7%$1,651
4%$2,350
5%$1,400
$2,100
1%Cost of living in Wilmington, DE
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 7% higher |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | 1% lower |
| Transportation | 8% higher |
| Utilities | 3% higher |
Discover rentals in Wilmington, DE
5d+ ago
2423 N Tatnall St, Wilmington, DE 19802
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Brandywine Village apartment for rent in Wilmington
314 Concord Ave #2, Wilmington, DE 19802
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Brandywine Village apartment for rent in Wilmington
302 W 23rd St #1, Wilmington, DE 19802
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2600 - 2602 Jefferson Street, Wilmington, DE 19802
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,300–$1,450
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,816
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$5,850
$5,693
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
The Highlands house for rent in Wilmington
15 Brandywine Falls Rd #1, Wilmington, DE 19806
3 beds
3.5 baths
$5,500
House for rent
Available Aug 14
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Wilmington
146 Christina Landing Dr #NA, Wilmington, DE 19801
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,850
House for rent
Available Sep 18
5d+ ago
Verified
1208 N Dupont St #NA, Wilmington, DE 19806
3 beds
2 baths
$2,600
House for rent
Available Sep 1
8h ago
116 W 9th St, Wilmington, DE 19801
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,380–$4,095
Apartment for rent
1h ago
4605 Patrician Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19808
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,200–$1,625
Apartment for rent
8h ago
401 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,783–$4,570
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,816
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1208 N Dupont St #NA, Wilmington, DE 19806
3 beds
2 baths
$2,600
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
1208 N Dupont St #1, Wilmington, DE 19806
3 beds
2 baths
$2,600
House for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Verified
70 Court Dr, Wilmington, DE 19805
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,390–$2,114
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 6
3d ago
825 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801
1 bed
1 bath
$1,275
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1801 Braken Ave, Wilmington, DE 19808
2 beds
2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
70 Court Dr, Wilmington, DE 19805
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,390–$2,114
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 6
3d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$5,850
$5,693
Price drop
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Wilmington, DE
Quick answers to common questions about the Wilmington rental market.
How much is rent in Wilmington?
The average rent in Wilmington is $1,795 per month as of September 5, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Wilmington?
Average rent prices in Wilmington have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Wilmington rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Wilmington is 6% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $105 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Wilmington?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Wilmington are Quaker Hill ($1,295/mo), Brandywine Village ($1,682/mo), and Vandever Avenue ($1,725/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Wilmington?
To comfortably afford rent in Wilmington, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Wilmington?
February offers the best rental deals in Wilmington, with rents running about 6% lower than the summer peak in June. December is also less competitive with lower overall demand compared to July's peak competition.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).