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University of Delaware Newark, DE
Join the Blue Hen community in your blue and gold
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Public Ivy
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 August 2026, the average apartment rent in Newark, DE is $1,327 for a studio, $1,503 for one bedroom, $1,686 for two bedrooms, and $2,110 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Newark has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
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Studio
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425 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,327/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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731 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,503/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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979 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,686/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,350 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,110/month
Average Rent
Learn More About University of Delaware
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
Great Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
80
/ 100
Great Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
80
/ 100
Good Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
60
/ 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
Good Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
60
/ 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
1,471 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
763 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
681 Students
Public
Grades K-12
2,987 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,256 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,471 Students
Hodgson (Paul M.) Vocational Technical High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,061 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,039 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mineralogical Museum - Delaware
- University of Delaware Botanic Gardens
- White Clay Creek State Park
- Cooch-Dayett Mills
- DuPont Environmental Education Center
Military Bases
Airports
- Wilmington Airport
- 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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.