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3 BEDS$929The Willows at Clearfield
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1 BED, 1 BATH$1,1005079-C N Dupont Hwy
5079-C N Dupont Hwy, CHESWOLD, DE 19936
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Dover at a Glance
Dover, DE Apartments for Rent
Dover, Delaware, the state capital, combines historical charm with contemporary living options. The city's historic district, centered around The Green, features colonial architecture and houses the Delaware Supreme Court and Kent County Courthouse. Apartments in Dover provide access to cultural destinations such as the Biggs Museum of American Art and the Delaware State Museum. Current data shows average rental rates of approximately $1,367 for a one-bedroom apartment, compared to the state average of $1,489.
Located in the Delaware River coastal plain, Dover offers convenient access to major highways including Route 1 and US 13, simplifying travel throughout the region. The 182-acre Silver Lake Park provides outdoor recreation opportunities with fishing spots and walking paths. The local economy benefits from several major employers, including state government offices, Dover Air Force Base, and manufacturing facilities operated by Kraft Heinz and Procter & Gamble.
Why Dover?
- Delaware State University, Delaware’s only historically black university, is located in Dover.
- Dover is also home to Wesley College and the Delaware Technical & Community College.
- Dover Downs Hotel & Casino offers 24-hour gaming, a spa, restaurants, and harness racing.
- Pedestrian-friendly Dover offers public transportation through the DART First State bus line.
- The Delaware History Trail takes visitors back in time from the Brandywine Valley to the Atlantic Ocean.
- The Dover Days Festival includes historic tours, carnival rides, an arts festival, vendors, and maypole dancing.
Renting in Dover
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 471 Sq Ft $1,167 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 755 Sq Ft $1,352 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 975 Sq Ft $1,552 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,272 Sq Ft $1,914 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,513 Sq Ft $2,425 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Dover
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- White Oak Farms 794 Sq Ft $2,218/mo
- Edgehill 800 Sq Ft $2,277/mo
- Dover Heights 800 Sq Ft $2,277/mo
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