Apartments For Rent in New Castle, DE

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Apartments For Rent Near New Castle, DE

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What Locals Say about New Castle

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New Castle, DE: historic riverside ease with quick highway access and calm, neighborly streets. People like fast I-95 access, quiet blocks, parks and trails, and a friendly, safe vibe. They dislike patchy sidewalks, middling transit and schools, some noise, and rush-hour traffic.
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  • John ONeill
    "They would like plenty places to walk the dogs. They would not like that some people dont put leashes on their dog"
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  • Wendell Carter
    "Can easily get to main roads and highways. Traffic is busy during rush hour but otherwise reasonable. "
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  • Kelly P Rentillo
    "There are always people walking their dogs in the neighborhood they always have them leashed, it’s a nice neighborhood and quiet too"
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  • jeison Duran-Santana
    "It’s a quiet neighborhood, everyone respects each other. Never had any issues living here. Perfect place to settle down and raise a family. "
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  • Leah Sernas
    "Parents should know that there are lots of places kids can play in. As long as they run within the subdivision, it should be safe"
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  • Trulia User
    "Nicely said by and a true friend and friend to me as I have been through this for a while and it has made a "
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  • Hiskiee
    "Teaching kids about real estate and making sure they understand the fundamentals of getting a house "
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  • 66ksskmmrd
    "Love it it’s great money here and it’s easy to get I recommend entrepreneurs to come here and make your money "
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  • Leah Sernas
    "There is a trail nearby for long walks. My dog has enjoyed them. My neighbors have dogs and they seem to be well fenced. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The have yard sales every so often very quiet ! Lots of older people here so there’s never any drama . The Grocery store is right outside of the neighborhood so it’s a great location "
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  • Trulia User
    "there are many families in the area with great parks and schools. great community near the library and bowling alley rite aid "
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  • Trulia User
    "My family has two houses in this neighborhood. Original neighbors or their children reside in the houses surrounding both homes. We have known them over 35 years and can still ask them to watch our homes while we are away. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for almost a decade now and love it. The convenience of stores around, and things to do. The neighborhood is overall very nice. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don't use public transportation but there is public transportation in the neighborhood. neighbors are friendly and we look out for each other"
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  • Trulia User
    "Friendly people nice yards and close to everything including home improvement stores Home Depot It’s very quiet also and I like that . The neighborhood is also close to good schools for the kids. That’s what really interests me as well "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood nice and quiet been living here for 51/2 years if I didn’t have to move I would love to stay around and love the school "
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  • Trulia User
    "nothing special it just quiet. peaceful neighborhood. I wouldn't mind staying in this area. Trick or Treating is safe around here as well. I like the schools my children attend "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood for raising a family, there’s a middle school and a high school only five minutes away "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice neighborhoods! Dog friendly. Nice place to live. New castle city takes care of your trash and snow removal."
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  • Trulia User
    "The area is safe and I feel great about my children growing up in this neighborhood. The neighbors are friendly as well"
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice, safe and huge area yo live. We love here for 6 years and I hope to be here always. This is a very quiet place. Nice people and safe place to live. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Thier is no dog park available for the dogs. Also not many people or poop dispenser for the clean up after the dog has used the restroom."
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  • Jennifer C.
    "It’s a small colonial town and has so much history that has been well taken care if through the years. The neighbors are all friendly and everyone loves old houses and have a lot of knowledge they share with us newbies."
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  • Jordaynn
    "It’s just pretty peaceful nothing much really happens here. Everyone minds their own business and everyone is friendly"
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  • Brittany F.
    "Lots of grass for dogs to run and play. I see many dog owners who walk their dogs daily. However there is no dog park. "
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  • Joshua R.
    "Great neighborhood. But there are no grocery stores at a walking distance. Sidewalks are not available everywhere, it’s hit or miss. "
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  • Joshua R.
    "There’s a walking park and everyone curbs their dogs! Very dog friendly neighborhood. Large backyards. "
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  • Abbey R.
    "People do walk there dogs and there are several different parks inNew Castle, and all parks allow dogs. "
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  • Joshua R.
    "It’s a safe neighborhood for the entire family. Public transport is not that great but it’s available. "
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  • Rayshawn W.
    "children playing all around. Able to walk around the neighborhood easily. No one bothers no one. "
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  • Wnakevis
    "there aren't really any community events. but the neighborhood is quiet. I have never encountered any form of issues during my stay. "
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  • Luar O.
    "It’s right near all the major highways so getting to any part of delaware is fairly quick and easy. "
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  • Jennifer S.
    "Safe for kids to play, not much events like when I was a kid... it’s safe and clean. Not sure why it’s making put 100 Characters "
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  • Natasha.hope.davis
    "Public school systems are sub par & generally unsafe. However public parks, malls, etc. are good. Location is the best thing going (close to I-95 & a hop skip & jump from other states like NY, NJ, MD, VA, etc.)."
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  • Michael E.
    "We have the best holiday events. The spirit of Christmas, Halloween, separation day. All we need now is a pirate festival!"
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  • Kyle E.
    "I have no problem with my commute in this area. Traffic is usually at a minimum, and even during the rush hours, traffic usually flows pretty well. "
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  • Nursesmiley28
    "Nice space between the homes, decent size yards , pretty clean, feel safe. I’ve lived here almost all my life and I wish I could buy a house in my neighborhood "
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  • Paige R. T.
    "New Castle is pretty centrally locates. Easy access to bus at every neighborhood, main highway cuts right through to get to Baltimore, Philadelphia and NYC within 30 minutes to 1 1/2 hrs. "
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  • Hector J.
    "Access to public transportation. Great commute time due to access to I95 I295. Shopping Center near by. Several gas stations. Excellent commute time to a 2 big shopping centers. 15 minutes away from Christisna Mall."
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  • Erica J.
    "Public bus is about 3/4 a mile away. Driving is your only option. During snow fall it is hard to get around. We also frequently have flooding. "
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Average Rent Trends in New Castle, DE

Rent in New Castle, DE varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jul 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$1,950
Aug 2025$1,795
Sep 2025$1,700
Oct 2025$1,900
Nov 2025$1,700
Dec 2025$1,725
Jan 2026$1,650
Feb 2026$1,648
Mar 2026$1,800
Apr 2026$1,650
May 2026$1,800
Jun 2026$1,683
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,456$1,650$2,200$2,300$1,699
Townhomes—$1,573$2,250$2,300$1,800
Apartments and Condos$1,250$1,600$2,000—$1,600
Houses—$1,950$2,200$700$2,200
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in New Castle, DE

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in New Castle, DE?
    The average rent of an apartment in New Castle, DE is $1,588 per month. This is about 18% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in New Castle, DE?
    The average rent of a house in New Castle, DE is $2,200 per month. This is about 14% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in New Castle, DE?
    The average rent of a townhome in New Castle, DE is $1,800 per month. This is about 7% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in New Castle, DE?
    In the last year, the average rent in New Castle, DE was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,675 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in New Castle, DE?
    In the last year, the average rent in New Castle, DE was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $1,950 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in New Castle, DE?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in New Castle, DE is $1,456 per month. That is about $192 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in New Castle, DE?
    There are 36 available rental listings in New Castle, DE.
  • What are some zip codes in New Castle, DE?
    New Castle, DE includes zip codes such as: 19720, 19733, 19721, 19892.
  • What are some cities near New Castle, DE?
    Some nearby cities include: Delaware City, Pennsville, Newport, Deepwater, Elsmere. These cities may have more rental options to explore.