Wilmington Apartments and Rentals
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Featured Apartments in Wilmington, DE
Lancaster Court Apartments
Central location close to public transport, great shopping and restaurants.
Wilmington DE, 19805
Midway Park Apartments
Conveniently located. Spacious closets. New kitchens in some unit
Wilmington DE, 19808
Brandywine Hills Apartments
Very Quiet Community...Beautifully Landscaped in the Suburbs of Wilmington...Very Convenient Location, Just Minutes from Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington DE, 19802
Driftwood Club Apartments
* 24/7/365 Emergency Maintenance * Private Patios and Balconies * Easy access to I-95, Rt. 202, Rt. 141, and Rt. 7
Wilmington DE, 19808
Dorjul Apartments
These apartments are the largest in the area. Loaded with closet space including a walk-in closet in the master bedroom. On-site management with 24 hour emergency service, off-street parking, great school district - Red Clay - Feeder pattern is Brandywine Springs Elem. A.I. Dupont Middle and A.I Dupont High School. On DART bus line, convenient to I-95, Rt. 141 and Downtown Wilmington.
Wilmington DE, 19805
Wilmington, DE
Overview of Wilmington
Searching for Wilmington apartments for rent is like experiencing the past. The neighborhoods of this tax-free Delaware city invite people to "explore history" in one of the Brandywine Valley's greatest treasures. Nestled in between New Castle and Kennett Square, Wilmington inspires with small-town charm, fine gourmet dining options and numerous bed and breakfasts for the perfect weekend getaway. If you choose to make this town your home, you'll be able to take advantage of the quaint environment in your everyday life. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Wilmington has a population of more than 71,000 residents.
Living in Wilmington
When Interstate 95 was built in Delaware in the 1980s, Wilmington apartments for rent became popular with people looking for a suburban lifestyle with the perks of working in the city. Once hailed as the "Chemical Capital of the World," Wilmington was responsible for making most of the chemicals used across the globe in the 20th century. Located on the western shore of the Delaware River, Wilmington is a beautiful city filled with public gardens, parks, museums and walking paths located both throughout the city and along the waterfront. As Delaware's largest city, Wilmington really is "In the middle of it all!" as the Greater Wilmington Convention & Visitors Bureau promises.
Wilmington Apartments and Cost of Living
As the city has a cost of living index that is on par with the national average, Wilmington apartments for rent are usually in high demand. Because of the wide range of local amenities like groceries, shopping, food and drink, schools, parks, entertainment and public transit, AreaVibes awarded Wilmington a "Very Livable" livability score of 71. Here, the cost of necessities is very normal and residents can expect to pay about $3.57 for a gallon of gasoline and $2.56 for a gallon of milk.
Apartments in Wilmington Work and Study
Wilmington's economy is driven by its accessibility to the rest of the state, pro-business finance laws and acclaimed judicial system. Many credit card companies, including Bank of America, Chase Card Services and Barclays have regional offices here that provide management, sales and office jobs for Wilmington residents. As a top tourist destination, Wilmington also has a booming service industry that makes up 20 percent of the workforce.
For those seeking higher education, Wilmington is home to institutions including Springfield College, Goldey Beacom College and Wilmington University. Wilmington's streets are filled with students, adding a lively atmosphere to the Brandywine Valley and Wilmington apartments.