The Standard
1001 N Orange St,
Wilmington, DE 19801
$1,075 - $5,694
Studio - 3 Beds
Wilmington
Wilmington, DE
Area Guide
Get cozy in charming Wilmington.
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Wilmington, Delaware's largest city, combines city living with historic architecture and character. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,563 per month and two-bedroom units at $1,764, reflecting yearly increases of 2.6% and 2.8% respectively. The city offers housing options from waterfront apartments to established neighborhoods like Trolley Square and The Highlands.
The Riverfront district stands as the city's entertainment hub, featuring the popular Riverwalk, restaurants, and recreation areas. Residents have access to substantial parkland, including Brandywine Park with its walking trails and Rockford Park's open spaces. The Delaware Art Museum and Grand Opera House represent the city's commitment to the arts, while historic districts like Quaker Hill and Little Italy preserve local heritage. Widener University Delaware Law School maintains a campus in the city, and downtown Wilmington's financial district houses major banking institutions and corporate offices. Community events dot the calendar, from the summer Italian Festival to the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival.
Explore the City
Brandywine Festival of the Arts takes place in Brandywine Park.
Take a stroll along the Wilmington Riverfront, just a few minute drive from Highlands.
Colorful twin homes are common in Downtown Wilmington.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Wilmington, DE is $1,319 for a studio, $1,581 for one bedroom, $1,805 for two bedrooms, and $2,090 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wilmington has increased by 2.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,581/month
702 Sq Ft
House
$2,134/month
1,225 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,740/month
606 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,970/month
1,010 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Wilmington, DE is 3.6% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Wilmington is 0.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,322 - $2,088. You can expect to pay 5.5% more for groceries, 1.5% more for utilities, and 3.9% more for transportation.
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Transportation
65
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
27
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
47
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
555 Students
Public
Grades K-5
530 Students
Public
Grades K-5
514 Students
Public
Grades K-5
476 Students
Public
Grades K-5
464 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,169 Students
Public
Grades K-8
945 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
841 Students
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
821 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
797 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
950 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,169 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,014 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,107 Students
duPont (Alexis I.) High School
Public
Grades 9-12
680 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fox Point State Park
- Brandywine Zoo
- Delaware Center for Horticulture
- Wilmington State Parks
- Rockwood Park & Museum
Military Bases
Airports
- Philadelphia International
Top Apartments in Wilmington
Houses for Rent in Wilmington
Property Management Companies in Wilmington, DE
Buccini/Pollin Group, Inc.
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Evergreen Apartment Group
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4
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Capano Management
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Riverwood Properties
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Altman Management Company
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Oakmark Management
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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.