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Rental Market Trends in Georgetown, DE

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Georgetown, DE is $1,490/month.

Rent in Georgetown is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,490/month

Average Rent

762 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.1%

Change / Year

17

Available Apartments

Georgetown rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Georgetown average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Georgetown average $1,490 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Georgetown average $1,605 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Georgetown average $1,946 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,490/month
762 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,605/month
1,040 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,946/month
1,318 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Georgetown, DE?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $32 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Georgetown, DE

September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Georgetown, DE
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
75% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Georgetown is $1,490, you’ll want to make about $4,966 per month or $59,592 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Georgetown, DE is 2.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Georgetown is 6.1% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $1,946. You can expect to pay 1.0% more for groceries, 4.8% less for utilities, and 3.1% more for transportation.

City

Georgetown, DE

17 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Georgetown, 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.

  • Milton

    Milton

    Avg Rent: $1,554/month

  • Millsboro

    Millsboro

    Avg Rent: $1,445/month

  • Seaford

    Seaford

    Avg Rent: $1,580/month

Apartment Communities in Georgetown We Think You'll Love

Weston Willows

Weston Willows

21033 Weston Willows Ave,
Georgetown, DE 19947

1-3 Beds | $1,565 - $1,945

The Oaks at Georgetown

The Oaks at Georgetown

24015 Crab Apple Ct,
Georgetown, DE 19947

2-3 Beds | $1,671 - $2,425

College Park Apartments and Rental Homes

College Park Apartments and Rental Homes

585 West Dr,
Georgetown, DE 19947

1-4 Beds | $1,575 - $2,795

County Seat Apartments, LLC.

County Seat Apartments, LLC.

19381 Citizens Blvd,
Georgetown, DE 19947

1-3 Beds | $1,200 - $1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Georgetown?

The average rent in Georgetown is $1,490 per month, which is 10.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Georgetown?

Rents in Georgetown, DE are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $32 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Georgetown?

In Georgetown, DE, 75% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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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 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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