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Millsboro, DE Area Guide

Delaware’s family-centric town is a rising location for business

Up-and-Coming • Bayfront • Business • Family-Friendly •

Nestled beside two beautiful ponds, Millsboro prides itself on being a business-friendly and family-oriented town. In 2018, this small town was ranked the top city out of 25 Sussex County cities for the number of residential building permits issued, a leading indication of population. Businesses continue to establish themselves in town monthly. Millsboro is very safe with excellent schools.

There is plenty to do in and around this up-and-coming city. If you’re looking for some in-town fun, bowl at Millsboro Lanes or get in touch with your creative side and take a class at the Millsboro Art League. Head to Cupola Park to crab, fish, or just meditate by Millsboro pond’s calming waters. Just 30 minutes away, enjoy a sales-tax-free shopping spree at the Tanger Outlets. Experience Delaware’s largest water park with bumper boats, batting cages, and mini golf at Jungle Jim’s in nearby Rehoboth. Millsboro is also close to several coastal communities and beaches including Ocean City and Dewey Beach.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Millsboro, DE is $1,449 for one bedroom, $1,534 for two bedrooms, and $1,803 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Millsboro has increased by 0.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,449/month
719 Sq Ft
House
$2,584/month
2,078 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,092/month
910 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Millsboro, DE is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

32 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

36 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Scores provided by Walk Score

Schools

East Millsboro Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

6/10

Long Neck Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

4/10

Millsboro Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

4/10
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Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Treasures of the Sea Exhibit
  • Trap Pond State Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional

Colleges

Top Apartments in Millsboro

Burton’s Crossing Townhomes

Burton’s Crossing Townhomes

29707 Sawyer Loop,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,795

3 Beds

Enclave at Millwood

Enclave at Millwood

100-139 Carolines Ct,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$2,025 - $2,045

3 Beds

Carillon Woods

Carillon Woods

34011 Harvard Ave,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,746 - $4,989

1-3 Beds

Riverside Apartments

Riverside Apartments

32051 Riverside Plaza Dr,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,624 - $1,999

1-3 Beds

Mill Chase

Mill Chase

140 Mill Chase Cir,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,400 - $1,600

2-3 Beds

The Willows at Foster Commons

The Willows at Foster Commons

22392 York Cir,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,523

2 Beds

Houston Acres

Houston Acres

0 Houston Cir,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,200 - $1,550

1-2 Beds

107 Nicole Ct

107 Nicole Ct

107 Nicole Ct,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$2,100

3 Beds

26447 Bay Farm Rd

26447 Bay Farm Rd

26447 Bay Farm Rd,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,095 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed | 12 Month Lease

Houses for Rent in Millsboro

33022 Daytona Ln

33022 Daytona Ln,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$2,950

3 Beds | 4 Baths

27115 Barkantine Dr

27115 Barkantine Dr,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,725

2 Beds | 2 Baths

36628 Dew Way

36628 Dew Way,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$3,500

3 Beds | 3.5 Baths

29455 Millsboro Hwy

29455 Millsboro Hwy,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,850

3 Beds | 2 Baths

23 Ritter Dr

23 Ritter Dr,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$1,400

3 Beds | 1.5 Baths

34273 Graham Cir

34273 Graham Cir,
Millsboro, DE 19966

$3,100

3 Beds | 4 Baths

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.