Average Rent in Kent, DE

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Current Versus Historical Kent, DE Rents

Kent rentals average $1,250 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,700 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,000, or roughly $17 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $1,134 (111.69%) year-over-year from $1,016 to $2,150. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $17 (1.41%) year-over-year from $1,183 to $1,200. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $46 (3.05%) year-over-year from $1,504 to $1,550. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $33 (-1.64%) year-over-year from $2,033 to $2,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $50 (1.92%) year-over-year from $2,600 to $2,650. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.07% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.11% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.64% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.31% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$18.53	$1,200	$1,183 (1.41%)	$962 (24.78%)
2 BR	$16.61	$1,550	$1,504 (3.05%)	$1,373 (12.86%)
3 BR	$17.09	$2,000	$2,033 (-1.64%)	$1,832 (9.19%)
4+ BR	$12.61	$2,650	$2,600 (1.92%)	$2,395 (10.65%)

Historical Rents in Kent, DE

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Top Cities Near Kent

There are a total of 5 cities nearby Kent. The average rent in Kent is currently $1,800 per month. A total of 4 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chester, PA, with an average rent of $1,350, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Kent, DE is Glassboro, NJ. Monthly rents here are on average $2,675 per month.

Let's compare Kent, DE's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 18.00% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Kent, DE are about 3.06% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are on par with the other cities nearby. Want more information? Check out the top 5 cities near Kent, DE in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	N/A	$1,243	$1,431	$1,350
Wilmington, DE	$1,295	$1,475	$1,598	$1,698
Philadelphia, PA	$1,398	$1,718	$1,875	$1,800
Dover, DE	N/A	$1,350	$1,591	$1,950
Glassboro, NJ	N/A	$1,550	$1,750	$2,675

Top Neighborhoods Near Kent

There are a total of 38 neighborhoods in or near Kent. Some of these neighborhoods include Germantown, Spruce Hill, and Kingsessing. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 38 total neighborhoods in or near Kent, DE in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Kent, DE is currently around $1,825 per month. A total of 26 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only four neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,825. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Kent's average rent, which is actually $2,000. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Kent, Frankford has the most affordable average rent at $1,000 per month. Whereas, at $2,620 average rent per month, Fitler Square is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Kent. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,193	$1,431	$1,795	$1,450
Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA	$1,215	$1,400	$1,960	$1,465
Kingsessing, Philadelphia, PA	$900	$1,050	$1,699	$1,475
East Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,050	$1,300	$1,500	$1,498
Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA	$850	$1,250	$1,350	$1,500
Port Richmond, Philadelphia, PA	$995	$1,438	$1,575	$1,587
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,200	$1,275	$1,497	$1,597
Allegheny West, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,602	$2,050	$1,670
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA	$1,425	$1,660	$2,150	$1,690
South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,025	$1,288	$1,650	$1,700
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,746	$1,675	$1,750
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA	$1,169	$1,700	$1,987	$1,800
Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA	$1,700	$1,685	$1,953	$1,800
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA	$1,199	$1,416	$1,825	$1,895
Queen Village - Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA	$1,500	$1,817	$2,050	$1,986
Mantua, Philadelphia, PA	$1,023	$1,395	$1,595	$1,995
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,425	$1,795	$2,383	$1,995
Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,545	$1,975	$2,800	$2,000
West Mount Airy, Philadelphia, PA	$1,395	$1,673	$2,154	$2,029
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA	$1,522	$1,989	$2,300	$2,047
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA	$1,263	$1,450	$2,025	$2,050
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA	$1,313	$2,042	$2,950	$2,064
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,413	$2,100	$2,898	$2,179
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,672	$2,150	$3,095	$2,179
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA	$1,279	$1,637	$2,375	$2,200
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,609	$2,245	$3,105	$2,235
University City, Philadelphia, PA	$1,367	$2,344	$3,280	$2,336
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA	$1,100	$1,627	$2,400	$2,395
Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,787	$2,565	$3,874	$2,548
Fitler Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,600	$2,667	$2,850	$2,620

Top Counties Near Kent

There are a total of 11 counties located by Kent, DE. Some of these counties include Chester, PA, Upper Darby, PA, and Cumberland, NJ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,200. That's roughly around $20 per sqft. A total of 4 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Chester, PA. Its average rent per month is $1,350. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,700, Lower Merion, PA is the most expensive county by Kent, DE.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Kent, DE is 20.00% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Kent, DE is 20.97% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	N/A	$1,243	$1,431	$1,350
Upper Darby, PA	$1,500	$1,300	$1,448	$1,600
Cumberland, NJ	$1,320	$1,288	$1,500	$1,850
New Castle, DE	$1,295	$1,450	$1,675	$2,200
Camden, NJ	$1,395	$1,500	$2,000	$2,200
Gloucester, NJ	$995	$1,498	$1,875	$2,275
Sussex, DE	$2,100	$1,600	$1,800	$2,388
Harford, MD	$1,250	$1,502	$1,963	$2,499
Radnor, PA	N/A	$1,995	$2,450	$2,540
Lower Merion, PA	N/A	$1,825	$2,590	$2,700

Top Zipcodes Near Kent

There are a total of 28 zipcodes in or near Kent, DE. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,825. A total of 18 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 19124, Philadelphia, PA at $1,175 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,038 per month is 19335, Uwchlan, PA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,177. That's at least $30 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Kent, DE is $1,535 per month. Or in other words, $25 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,898 per month. Which comes out to $23 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Kent, DE. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
19103, Philadelphia, PA	$1,762	$2,425	$3,748	$2,403
19104, Philadelphia, PA	$1,345	$1,469	$1,800	$1,675
19130, Philadelphia, PA	$1,512	$1,895	$2,250	$1,950
19123, Philadelphia, PA	$1,485	$2,025	$2,583	$2,100
19146, Philadelphia, PA	$1,270	$1,500	$2,023	$1,960
19107, Philadelphia, PA	$1,250	$2,100	$2,895	$2,180
19121, Philadelphia, PA	$1,175	$1,275	$1,500	$1,675
19147, Philadelphia, PA	$1,350	$1,895	$2,640	$2,064
19122, Philadelphia, PA	$1,281	$1,495	$1,895	$1,800
19106, Philadelphia, PA	$1,600	$2,050	$2,800	$2,175

Frequently Asked Questions - Kent Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Kent, DE?

The average monthly rental price for Kent, DE apartments for rent is approximately $2,000. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Kent, DE rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Kent, DE.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Kent, DE?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,250 and an average price per square feet of $18.53. There are a total of 8 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Kent.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Kent, DE?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,550 and an average price per square feet of $16.61. There are a total of 27 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Kent.

How have rent prices in Kent, DE changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Kent, DE can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 1.12%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Kent, DE?

A reasonable rent price in Kent, DE is around $1,600/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.