Delaware City, DE rental market

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Last updated October 9, 2026

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Delaware City, DE is $1,550.

Average rent

$1,550

Month-over-month change

-$400

Year-over-year change

-$550

Available rentals

4

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,250 to $1,950.

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Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$1,2001
$1,5001
$1,7001
$1,8001
$1,900+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has decreased by $550 compared to the previous year.

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Average rent price over time
Last year (2025)This year (2026)
Feb$1,750$1,448
Mar$995$1,395
Apr$1,395$2,000
May$1,450$1,950
Jun$1,450$1,910
Aug$1,850$1,950
Sep$1,950$1,950
Oct$2,100$2,000
Nov$1,595$2,000
Dec$1,595$1,800

Market temperature

The Delaware City, DE rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

warm

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in Delaware City, DE is 22% lower than the national average.

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in Delaware City, DE?

The average rent in Delaware City, DE is $1,550.

2. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Delaware City, DE?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Delaware City, DE is $1,550 per month.

3. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Delaware City, DE?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Delaware City, DE is $1,222 per month.

4. What is the average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in Delaware City, DE?

The average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in Delaware City, DE is $1,800 per month.

5. How much does it cost to rent a house in Delaware City, DE?

Houses in Delaware City, DE rent between $1,250 - $1,950 with an average rent of $1,550.

6. How has the rent in Delaware City, DE changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in Delaware City, DE decreased by $550

7. How much has the rent in Delaware City, DE increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in Delaware City, DE decreased by $400

8. How many available rentals are there in Delaware City, DE?

There are currently 4 rentals available in Delaware City, DE.

9. How do rent prices in Delaware City, DE compare with the national average?

The average rent in Delaware City, DE is $1,550 — 22.5% lower the national average of $2,000.

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