
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Manchester by the Sea, MA from $1,400 (22 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manchester by the Sea?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester by the Sea Studio Apartments | $2,238 | $1,610 | $2,695 |
| Manchester by the Sea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $1,450 | $3,995 |
| Manchester by the Sea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,029 | $1,600 | $4,750 |
| Manchester by the Sea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,477 | $2,650 | $4,545 |
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Cheapest Available Manchester by the Sea Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Manchester by the Sea, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1 Powder House Ln in the Beverly Farms neighborhood priced from $1,610. The Residences at St. James in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,610. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manchester by the Sea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
| The Residences at St. James | Studio 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,610 |
| 50 Broadway Apartment Homes | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,780 |
| Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester by the Sea, MA and Nearby
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester by the Sea area is the $2.51 price per square foot A4 Model at Vavel Apartments in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Manchester by the Sea apartment is the B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott starting at $2,849 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manchester by the Sea apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vavel Apartments | A4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 240 Conant Apartments | 2 Bed T02 | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Hawthorne Commons | The Harbor | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| University Square North | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 1Bd 1Bt (820 sq ft) | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Bayside Apartments | Country 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manchester by the Sea Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Manchester by the Sea?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Manchester by the Sea is at The Residences at St. James listed at $1,610.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manchester by the Sea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manchester by the Sea Apartment is $1,610 at 1 Powder House Ln.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Manchester by the Sea Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Manchester by the Sea is starting from $1,910 at 1 Powder House Ln.
What is the most affordable Manchester by the Sea Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Manchester by the Sea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bradlee Danvers and starts from $3,375.
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