Average Rent in Wilmington, DE
What is the average rent in Wilmington, DE?
The average listed apartment rent in Wilmington, DE is $1,865 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 74 priced apartments in 6 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 3, 2026 through November 6, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
6 apartment buildings, 74 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Wilmington, DECheapest
$1,115/mo
Village Park at Paladin
Properties
6
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Units
74
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Average Rent by Property
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Wilmington, DE Rent Prices
All 6 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Village Park at Paladin
101 Clifton Park Cir, Wilmington, DE 19802, USA
Greenview at Chestnut Run
1 Court Dr, Wilmington, DE 19805, USA
Brandywine Hundred Apartments
400-402 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803, USA
River House Apartments
401 A St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
101 Avenue of the Arts
101 Avenue of the Arts, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
Luxor Lifestyle Apartments Wilmington
340 S Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
The Residences at Justison Landing
331 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Village Park at Paladin 101 Clifton Park Cir, Wilmington, DE 19802, USA | $1,115 | $1,553 | $1.63/ft² | 3.8 (31) | 5 |
| 2 | Greenview at Chestnut Run 1 Court Dr, Wilmington, DE 19805, USA | $1,205 | $1,502 | $2.10/ft² | 3.3 (111) | 25 |
| 3 | Brandywine Hundred Apartments 400-402 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803, USA | $1,450 | $1,535 | $2.21/ft² | 4.3 (77) | 2 |
| 4 | River House Apartments 401 A St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA | $1,674 as of Oct 20 | $1,930 | $2.61/ft² | 4.8 (34) | 9 |
| 5 | 101 Avenue of the Arts 101 Avenue of the Arts, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA | $1,750 | $2,038 | $1.04/ft² | 3.2 (16) | 9 |
| 6 | Luxor Lifestyle Apartments Wilmington 340 S Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA | $1,750 | $2,314 | -- | 4.9 (77) | 7 |
| 7 | The Residences at Justison Landing 331 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA | $1,775 | $2,119 | $2.10/ft² | 3.9 (57) | 26 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Village Park at Paladin
3.8 (31)101 Clifton Park Cir, Wilmington, DE 19802, USA
Greenview at Chestnut Run
3.3 (111)1 Court Dr, Wilmington, DE 19805, USA
Brandywine Hundred Apartments
4.3 (77)400-402 Foulk Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803, USA
River House Apartments
4.8 (34)401 A St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
101 Avenue of the Arts
3.2 (16)101 Avenue of the Arts, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
Luxor Lifestyle Apartments Wilmington
4.9 (77)340 S Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Wilmington, DE Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Wilmington, DE is $1,865 per month, based on 74 units across 6 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,115 at Village Park at Paladin to $3,215 at Luxor Lifestyle Apartments Wilmington.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,009/mo | $1,750/mo | 10 |
| 1 Bed | $1,648/mo | $1,115/mo | 33 |
| 2 Bed | $2,022/mo | $1,508/mo | 27 |
| 3 Bed | $1,914/mo | $1,914/mo | 3 |
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Market Context
Who rents in Wilmington, DE, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Wilmington, DE averages $1,648/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,022/mo. At the local median household income of $55,269, that works out to 40% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Wilmington, DE at $1,187/mo. The current tracked market average runs 57% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Wilmington, DE while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Wilmington, DE?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$75,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,865/mo.
Comfortable income
$90,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,115/mo), you need to earn at least $45,000/year.
Median household income in Wilmington, DE is $55,269 , about 38% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Wilmington, DE
Overall prices in Wilmington, DE runs above the national average by about 2% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 102.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Wilmington, DE's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,865 |
| Utilities | $506 |
| Groceries | $530 |
| Transportation | $1,207 |
| Healthcare | $589 |
| Other goods and services | $942 |
| Estimated total | $5,640/mo |
Population
71,124
Median household income
$55,269
Census median rent
$1,187/mo
Census rent burden
31.4%
Median age
37.0
Mean commute
23 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Wilmington, DE?
The average listed apartment rent in Wilmington, DE is $1,865 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 74 priced apartments in 6 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Wilmington, DE?
The median asking rent in Wilmington, DE is $1,863 per month, computed from 74 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,865/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Wilmington, DE?
The lowest available rent in Wilmington, DE starts at $1,115 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, DE?
1-bedroom apartments in Wilmington, DE average $1,648/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,115/mo across 33 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, DE?
2-bedroom apartments in Wilmington, DE average $2,022/mo. Units start from $1,508/mo across 27 units currently listed.
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