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Elsmere, DE rent trends

Rental prices in Elsmere, DE have decreased by 0.18% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,362 to $1,360.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,740, the average rent in Elsmere, DE is $1,360.

Average rent in Elsmere, DE

$1,360/mo Elsmere, DE average rental price, February 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Elsmere, DE is $1,360.

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

    Around 6% of Wilmington’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 94% of apartments are priced between $1,001-$1,500.

    The largest share of rentals in Elsmere, DE (94%) 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

    What is the average rent in Elsmere, DE?

    The average rent in Elsmere, DE is $1,332.

    What type of rental buildings are in Elsmere, DE?

    In Elsmere, 34% of the residents are renting compared to 66% 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, 86% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 11% 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 56 years old, on average. Of these, 10% 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?

    Rental apartments in Elsmere come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0.8% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 30% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 62% of all rentals in Elsmere. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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