Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, DE from $700 (27 Rentals)

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722 N Market St
$1,2001 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

722 N Market St

Wilmington, DE 19801
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1401 Pennsylvania Ave
$1,250Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

1401 Pennsylvania Ave

Wilmington, DE 19806
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Market Street Village
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Market Street Village

838 N Market StWilmington, DE 19801
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1601-1615 West St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1601-1615 West St

1601-1615 West StWilmington, DE 19802
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811 MKT
1 Bedroom Apartments

811 MKT

811 N Market StWilmington, DE 19801
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MKT - 608 MKT
1 Bedroom Apartments

MKT - 608 MKT

605 N Market StWilmington, DE 19801
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426 N Market St
1 Bedroom Apartments

426 N Market St

426 N Market StWilmington, DE 19801
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Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, DE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Wilmington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wilmington area of Wilmington, DE is a 2 Beds unit found at River Commons priced from $1,095. The Rutledge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilmington apartments for rent in Wilmington, DE:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,095
The Rutledge ApartmentsOne Bedroom with Private Outisde Entrance1BR,1BA$1,100
Baynard Apartmentsstudio1BR,1BA$1,100
MKT South6271.10 ADA EuroOne BedStudio,1BA$1,195
MKT NorthA21BR,1BA$1,199
The Lucania1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,225
Westview Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
The Residences at Rodney SquareBellevue StudioStudio,1BA$1,305
The StandardSS5Studio,1BA$1,315
The Square at Trolley1S1BR,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, DE

As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilmington area is the $1.78 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 430 N West St in the in the Southbridge neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Downtown Wilmington apartment is the 1702 N Washington Model at 1702 N Washington St starting at $1,475 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Southbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
430 N West St2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.78
1702 N Washington St1702 N Washington1BR,1BA$1.48
501 W 21st St, Unit Baynard Village apartment501 W 21st St1BR,1BA$1.40
1315 Delaware Ave1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.43
835-839 N Tatnall St1 Bedroom | 1.5 Baths1BR,1.5BA$1.71
The Mayfair ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59
River Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.31
Westview Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
MKT South6271.10 ADA EuroOne BedStudio ,1BA$1.70
The Lucania1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, DE

Ranked #20

Among neighborhoods in Wilmington, DE for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, and the greater Wilmington area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood in Wilmington, DE

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

60 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Wilmington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is at MKT South listed at $1,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment is $1,100 at The Rutledge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is starting from $1,095 at River Commons.

What is the most affordable Downtown Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Commons and starts from $1,190.

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