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Dover rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 44 apartments for rent in Dover, with a median rent price of $1,850 per month. Dover has seen a 3%—or $50—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,850

Year Over Year Change

3%

$50

Rentals available, last 30 days

44

Rent ranges for Dover apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
1%
$2,251 - $3,000
22%
$1,501 - $2,250
52%
$751 - $1,500
22%
$0 - $750
2%

How has rent in Dover, DE changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Dover, DE, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,850, which is a 2.69% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Dover, DE is about $1,340. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Dover, DE is $1,452, and studios are about $1,100 per month.

See more Dover, DE rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Dover, DE?

15

schools

8,286

students

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Maj. George S. Welch Elementary School

3100 hawthorne dr

dover, DE, 19901

K-5Public
A

Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School

3874 upper king rd

dover, DE, 19904

PK, 1-5Public
B-

W. Reily Brown Elementary School

360 webbs ln

dover, DE, 19904

1-5Public
B-

Star Hill Elementary School

594 voshells mill/star hill ro

dover, DE, 19901

PK, 2-5Public
C+

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Who lives in Dover, DE?

Gender

47% Male
53% Female

Age Range

0-19

24%

20-34

26%

35-44

10%

45-64

21%

65+

16%

Language

English

88%

Spanish

4%

Indo Euro

3%

Asia Pac

2%

Other

1%

Education

No HS

12%

High School

53%

Bachelor's

23%

Master's

8%

Prof Degree

1%

Doctorate

1%

What is the household breakdown in Dover, DE?

Families

31% Families
69% Single

Property

52% Renters
48% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

24%

25-50k

26%

50-75k

18%

75-100k

15%

100-150k

10%

150k+

5%

How do residents get around Dover, DE?

Dover locals spend about 20 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Dover is through Philadelphia International Airport, 51.39 miles away.

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Dover are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Dover, DE?

The overall cost of living in Dover, DE is 4% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Dover you can expect groceries to cost on par with the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $3.20 per carton, and milk $4.65. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $158 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY

Goods & Services

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

No difference

CATEGORY

Groceries

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

No difference

CATEGORY

Utilities

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

4% lower

CATEGORY

Transportation

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

4% higher

CATEGORY

Health

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

1% higher

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90 Village Dr - Photo 1 of 1

52m ago

Townhouse for rent in Dover

TOWNHOME - DOVER, DE

90 Village Dr, Dover, DE 19904

Assigned parking | On-site management | Business center

3 beds

1 bath

$1,600

House for rent

Country Village Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

8.8

Very good

Country Village Apartment Homes

480 Country Dr Apt A, Dover, DE 19901

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,237–$3,995

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Woodcrest Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1
Rent special

1h ago

8.8

Very good

Woodcrest Apartment Homes

892 Woodcrest Dr, Dover, DE 19904

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,170–$2,880

Price drop

Apartment for rent

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