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Rental Market Trends in Bear, DE

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Bear, DE is $1,799/month.

Rent in Bear is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,799/month

Average Rent

833 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.9%

Change / Year

332

Available Apartments

Bear rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Bear average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Bear average $1,799 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Bear average $2,136 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Bear average $2,623 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,799/month
833 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,136/month
1,141 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,623/month
1,617 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,316/month
1,776 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Bear, DE?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $17 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Bear, DE

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Bear, DE
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
33% $1,501 - $2,000/month
67% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bear, DE?

Because the average rent in Bear is $1,799, you’ll want to make about $5,996 per month or $71,952 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Bear, DE

332 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Bear, DE compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Bear, DE to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Newark

    Newark

    Avg Rent: $1,498/month

  • New Castle

    New Castle

    Avg Rent: $1,401/month

  • Elkton

    Elkton

    Avg Rent: $1,491/month

Apartment Communities in Bear We Think You'll Love

St. Andrews Community

St. Andrews Community

50 Turnberry Ct,
Bear, DE 19701

1-3 Beds | $1,705 - $3,400

Aspen Run

Aspen Run

2102 Ashkirk Dr,
Newark, DE 19702

1-2 Beds | $1,395 - $1,695

Rockwood Apartments

Rockwood Apartments

3525 Rockwood Rd,
Newark, DE 19702

1-4 Beds | $1,595 - $2,425

Valley Stream Village Townhomes

Valley Stream Village Townhomes

100 N Barrett Ln,
Newark, DE 19702

2-4 Beds | $2,000 - $3,595

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Bear?

The average rent in Bear is $1,799 per month, which is 8.0% higher than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Bear?

Rents in Bear, DE are increasing, with prices up 0.9% year-over-year and $17 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Bear?

In Bear, DE, 67% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Delaware Bear Rental Trends

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 September 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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