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University of Delaware
Newark, DE
University of Delaware - Newark, DE Area Guide
Join the Blue Hen community in your blue and gold
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With roots dating back to 1743, the University of Delaware is committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research, and service. UD offered America’s first study abroad program in 1923 and continues the tradition today with more than 100 study abroad programs in over 40 countries, developing students into global citizens. In addition to providing excellent academic programs, UD is home to the Fightin’ Blue Hens athletic teams, which participate in the NCAA Division I Colonial Athletic Association.
UD’s Central Campus is surrounded by apartments available for rent in a range of styles. Consider accommodations near South College Avenue and Sunset Road if you’ll be frequenting the College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment. College of Engineering students and faculty will find options close to East Delaware Avenue and Academy Street to be most convenient while College of Business and Economics faculty and students may prefer easy access to South Main Street. UD is also proximate to I-95, for those with longer commutes.
On campus, you’ll find world-renowned speakers, first-rate music and theatre, and compelling exhibits. You can also drive 20 minutes to Wilmington or an hour to Philadelphia for nearby off-campus adventures.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Newark, DE is $1,271 for a studio, $1,471 for one bedroom, $1,648 for two bedrooms, and $2,125 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Newark has decreased by -2.9% in the past year.
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Studio
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380 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,271/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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742 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,471/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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966 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,648/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,353 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,125/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly University of Delaware - Newark, DE (University) is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Daily Essentials
University of Delaware - Newark, DE (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
70
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
60
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
50
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
40
/ 100
Recreation
University of Delaware - Newark, DE (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
90
/ 100
Good Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
60
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in University of Delaware - Newark, DE (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
30
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
90
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-12
2,987 Students
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
Public
Grades K-12
2,987 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,256 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,341 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
808 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
779 Students
Public
Grades K-12
2,987 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,256 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,341 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,105 Students
Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Mineralogical Museum - Delaware
- University of Delaware Botanic Gardens
- White Clay Creek State Park
- Cooch-Dayett Mills
- DuPont Environmental Education Center
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Airports
- Philadelphia International
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