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    8 Poplar Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19805
    2 BEDS $1,825

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    50 Dodson Ave., Wilmington, DE 19804
    3 BEDS $2,825
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    2400 W. 4TH ST., WILMINGTON, DE 19805
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    2400 W. 4TH ST., WILMINGTON, DE 19805
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    2400 W. 4TH ST., WILMINGTON, DE 19805
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    2400 W. 4TH ST., WILMINGTON, DE 19805
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    2400 W. 4TH ST., WILMINGTON, DE 19805
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    2400 W. 4TH ST., WILMINGTON, DE 19805
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    1719 Tulip St, Wilmington, DE 19805
    3 BEDS $1,600
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    1015 Park Place, Wilmington, DE 19806
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    830 N Dupont, Wilmington, DE 19805
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  • A kitchen with a black fridge and wooden floors.
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    1215 West 7Th Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
    1 BED $1,275
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    1201 N Harrison St, Wilmington, DE 19806
    STUDIO $1,527
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    1201 N Harrison St, Wilmington, DE 19806
    1 BED $1,748
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    1531 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806
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    1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806
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    215 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
    STUDIO $1,349
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    1800 North Dupont Street, Wilmington, DE 19806
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    801 Market LLC, Wilmington, DE 19801
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Elsmere, DE rent trends

Rental prices in Elsmere, DE have increased by 1.57% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,395 to $1,416.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in Elsmere, DE is $1,416.

Average rent in Elsmere, DE

$1,416/mo Elsmere, DE average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Elsmere, DE is $1,416.

    What's the typical rent budget in Elsmere, DE?

    Around 20% of Wilmington’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 80% of apartments are priced between $1,001-$1,500.

    The largest share of rentals in Elsmere, DE (80%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Elsmere, DE

    71 /100
    Very Walkable
    45 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 71, Bike Score®: 45

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Elsmere, DE last updated?

    Prices and availability in Elsmere, DE were last updated on 19 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Elsmere, DE?

    The best apartment in Elsmere, DE is: 8 Poplar Avenue.

    What is the average rent in Elsmere, DE?

    The average rent in Elsmere, DE is $1,406.

    What type of rental buildings are in Elsmere, DE?

    In Elsmere, 35% of the residents are renting compared to 65% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 3% of Elsmere’s rentals, 85% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 13% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Elsmere, DE?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Elsmere are about 58 years old, on average. Of these, 12% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 95% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 5% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Elsmere, DE?

    Studio apartments in Elsmere are around 0.8% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 30% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 62% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

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