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Claymont, DE rent trends

Rental prices in Claymont, DE have increased by 3.02% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,506 to $1,551.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Claymont, DE is $1,551.

Average rent in Claymont, DE

$1,551/mo Claymont, DE average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Claymont, DE is $1,551.

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

    About 10% of apartment rents in Claymont, DE range between $2,001-$2,500. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,501-$3,000 represent 1% of apartments. Around 37% of Claymont’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 52% of apartments are priced between $1,001-$1,500.

    The largest share of rentals in Claymont, DE (52%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Claymont, DE

    56 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    53 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 56, Bike Score®: 53

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average rent in Claymont, DE?

    The average rent in Claymont, DE is $1,428.

    What type of rental buildings are in Claymont, DE?

    In Claymont, 44% of the residents are renting compared to 56% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 9% of Claymont's rentals, 83% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 8% are single-family rentals.

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

    The average age of rental buildings in Claymont is 53 years old, with none being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 4 stories, of which 88% are garden-style apartment communities, 33% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Claymont, DE?

    Studio apartments in Claymont are around 2% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 45% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 46% 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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