Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dover, NH from $700 (67 Rentals)

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property at 335 Lilac Ln

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

335 Lilac Ln, Unit Dover 1bd Condo

335 Lilac Ln
DoverNH03820

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property at 20 Pearl St

$1,800

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 10

20 Pearl St

DoverNH03820
property at 30 Ham St

$1,800

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

30 Ham St

DoverNH03820
property at 40 Grove St

$1,825 - $1,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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40 Grove St

DoverNH03820

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property at 38 New York St

$1,950 - $2,250

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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38 New York St

DoverNH03820

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Crosshill Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crosshill Housing

1 Marthas WayDover, NH 03820
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Cocheco Mills
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cocheco Mills

383 Central AveDover, NH 03820
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Tammany Park
2 Bedroom Apartments

Tammany Park

1 Tammany ParkDover, NH 03820
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21-25 Pierce St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21-25 Pierce St

21-25 Pierce StDover, NH 03820
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Riverview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Apartments

3 Green StDover, NH 03820
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3-5 Durrell St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3-5 Durrell St

3-5 Durrell StDover, NH 03820

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20-22 Ash St
1 Bedroom Apartments

20-22 Ash St

20-22 Ash StDover, NH 03820
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24 Hanson St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24 Hanson St

24 Hanson StDover, NH 03820
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52 Ham St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

52 Ham St

52 Ham StDover, NH 03820
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22 Pearl St
2 Bedroom Apartments

22 Pearl St

22 Pearl StDover, NH 03820
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Rivers Mark
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rivers Mark

200 1st StDover, NH 03820
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15 Back River Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

15 Back River Rd

15 Back River RdDover, NH 03820
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32 Florence St
2 Bedroom Apartments

32 Florence St

32 Florence StDover, NH 03820

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dover, NH

Pricing Updated: 06/10/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Dover, NH area range in price from $1,130 to $4,850 with an overall median price of $3,617. The three Dover neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Farmwood Village at $1,429, Village at Bellamy Commons at $1,429, and Brickyard Estates at $1,429. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dover Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Farmwood Village$2,400$1,42914
Village at Bellamy Commons$3,450$1,42985
Brickyard Estates$3,922$1,42979
Three Rivers Farm$3,922$1,13085
Downtown Dover$4,395$1,42979

Cheapest Available Dover Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dover, NH is a 1 Bed unit found at McIntosh West Apartments in the Downtown Dover neighborhood priced from $1,429. Winchester Arms in the Crocketts Crossings neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dover apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
McIntosh West Apartments1BD1BA1BR,1BA$1,429
Winchester Arms1 - C1BR,1BA$1,550
Floral Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Lilac & Monument GardenLilac 2 Bedroom 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1,825
Tara MeadowsTwo Bedroom Deluxe2BR,1BA$1,833
Clark Brook Apartments1 BDR1BR,1BA$1,950
Princeton Dover Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,999
Royal Oak ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dover, NH

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dover area is the $2.36 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Oak Terrace Townhomes in the in the Crocketts Crossings neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Dover apartment is the 115 Henry Law Ave Model at 115 Henry Law Ave, Unit 115A starting at $2,400 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Downtown Dover neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dover apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oak Terrace Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.36
115 Henry Law Ave, Unit 115A115 Henry Law Ave3BR,1BA$2.18
Lilac & Monument GardenMonument 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.19
Residences at Cochecho River2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ BALCONY - Dover, NH2BR,2BA$2.10
2 Atlantic Ave, Unit 12 Atlantic Ave2BR,1BA$2.05
17 Hanson St, Unit 19B 17-19HanonStreet17 Hanson St3BR,1BA$2.40
Tara MeadowsTwo Bedroom Deluxe2BR,1BA$2.00
24 Ham St, Unit Unit 324 Ham St1BR,1BA$2.11
The Thomas ApartmentsOne Bedroom plus Den1BR,1BA$2.47
McIntosh West Apartments1BD1BA1BR,1BA$1.93

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Dover Overview

Nestled along the Cochecho River, Dover, NH is positioned 75 miles north of Boston and a mere 12 miles northwest of Portsmouth. With a population of approximately 32,000, this captivating city boasts a rich history, splendid scenery, and a strong sense of community. Living in Dover presents a unique combination of small-town charisma and modern conveniences, making it an ideal location for those seeking apartment living.

Why live in Dover, NH?

Dover offers an ideal blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and modern amenities. Its rich history, strong sense of community, and excellent schools make it an attractive place to live. Additionally, its convenient location near major cities like Portsmouth and Boston, as well as the seacoast and mountains, provides endless recreational opportunities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dover Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Dover?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dover is under $2,095.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dover?

The cheapest apartment in Dover is McIntosh West Apartments which is listed at $1,429, while the average apartment in Dover costs $3,617.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dover?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Dover that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dover?

Cheap apartments in Dover have an average cost of $188 which is $3,429 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dover.

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