
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Keene Neighborhood of Keene, NH from $775 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Keene area of Keene.


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123 George St, Unit #3

Washington Park of Keene

37 Franklin St

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29 Martin St, Unit Apt 1
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404 Washington St, Unit #2

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36 Green St., Unit Apt 2

35 Page Street, Unit 35 Page Street
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32 Victoria St, Unit 34

130 Martell Ct

68 South St

90 Elm St

35-37 Washington Ave
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305 Marlboro St

PRINCETON ARBORS
Downtown Keene, Keene, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Keene?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Keene Studio Apartments | $1,464 | $1,150 | $1,840 |
| Downtown Keene 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $1,095 | $2,415 |
| Downtown Keene 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $1,150 | $3,225 |
| Downtown Keene 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,438 | $2,080 | $3,355 |
| Downtown Keene 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $775 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Keene Neighborhood of Keene, NH.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Keene Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Keene area of Keene, NH is a 4 Beds unit found at Arcadia Apartments priced from $775. 9 Aliber Pl has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Downtown Keene apartments for rent in Keene, NH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia Apartments | Student Apartments - Furnished 3 or 4 Bedroom /... | 4BR,2BA | $775 |
| 9 Aliber Pl | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 305 Marlboro St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Washington Park of Keene | 1B1B - 31 Washington Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| PRINCETON ARBORS | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Keene, NH
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Keene area is the $1.62 price per square foot 66 Franklin St Model at 66 Franklin St, Unit 1 in the in the West Keene neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Downtown Keene apartment is the 174 Church St Model at 174 Church St, Unit 176-2 starting at $2,395 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the West Keene neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Keene apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Franklin St, Unit 1 | 66 Franklin St | 4BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 174 Church St, Unit 176-2 | 174 Church St | 4BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 50 Washington St, Unit North Apartment | 50 Washington St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Arcadia Apartments | 3 Bedroom + Den Apts - Furnished or Unfurnished... | 4BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| 404 Washington St, Unit #2 | 404 Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 36 Green St., Unit Apt 2 | 36 Green St. | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Washington Park of Keene | 1B1B - 31 Washington Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 201 Roxbury St, Unit 2R | 201 Roxbury St | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 123 George St, Unit #3 | 123 George St | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| PRINCETON ARBORS | Balsam | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Keene Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Keene?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Keene is 305 Marlboro St which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Downtown Keene costs $1,802.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Keene?
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 3 regular apartments in Downtown Keene that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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