The Villas Apartments
21 Villas Dr,
New Castle, DE 19720
$1,335 - $2,000
1-2 Beds
Newark
Newark, DE
Area Guide
A true college town with a little something for everyone
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Located in New Castle County, Newark combines college-town energy with suburban living. As home to the University of Delaware, the city's Main Street features local restaurants and shops that serve both students and long-term residents. The rental market accommodates various needs, from apartments near campus to residential communities throughout the city. Current average rents range from $1,226 for studios to $2,879 for four-bedroom homes. One-bedroom units average $1,459, reflecting a 2.2% annual increase, positioning Newark as an accessible option within the Delaware Valley region.
Founded in 1694 by Scots-Irish and Welsh settlers, Newark maintains strong connections to its past while embracing modern life. The city encompasses over 12,000 acres of parkland, including White Clay Creek State Park and Iron Hill Park, offering extensive trail systems for outdoor recreation. The University of Delaware enhances the community through performing arts events and NCAA Division I athletics. The historic Curtis Paper Mill site represents an important piece of Newark's manufacturing heritage. Notable areas include the historic district surrounding Main Street, the Devon area, and the Paper Mill Road neighborhood, each with its own established character.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Newark, DE is $1,231 for a studio, $1,467 for one bedroom, $1,676 for two bedrooms, and $2,064 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Newark has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,467/month
744 Sq Ft
House
$2,512/month
1,563 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,880/month
824 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,324/month
1,300 Sq Ft
Transportation
43
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
49
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Wilson (Etta J.) Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
267 Students
Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
556 Students
Gallaher (Robert S.) Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
519 Students
Keene (William B.) Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
474 Students
Downes (John R.) Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
385 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,256 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
808 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
779 Students
Kirk (George V.) Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
742 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
445 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,256 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,105 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
895 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
445 Students
Public
Grades K-12
120 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Cooch-Dayett Mills
- DuPont Environmental Education Center
- Iron Hill Museum
- University of Delaware Botanic Gardens
- Mineralogical Museum - Delaware
Military Bases
Airports
- Philadelphia International
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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 November 2025.