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How much does it cost to rent a home in Manchester by the Sea?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester by the Sea 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,615 | $2,400 | $5,500 |
| Manchester by the Sea 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,389 | $3,100 | $7,000 |
| Manchester by the Sea 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,035 | $5,000 | $9,999 |
| Manchester by the Sea 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,750 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
| Manchester by the Sea 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,225 | $3,950 | $6,500 |
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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 Studio unit found at Salem Highlands in the South Salem neighborhood priced from $1,700. Shops and Lofts at Market Street in the Plum Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manchester by the Sea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 7 Berry St | 1 Bedroom - 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester by the Sea, MA and Nearby
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester by the Sea area is the $2.75 price per square foot A4 Model at Vavel Apartments in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Manchester by the Sea apartment is the B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott starting at $3,084 with a $2.37 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 | $2.75 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath 70 Boston Street | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Station 101 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Central Grammar | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 7 Berry St | 1 Bedroom - 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 2Bd 1.5Bt (1000 sq ft) | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.68 |
| 24 Sumner St, Unit 1 | 24 Sumner St | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 256 Washington | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Manchester by the Sea?
There are currently 81 Apartments for Rent in Manchester by the Sea, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $5,000. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manchester by the Sea ranging from $2,400 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Manchester by the Sea?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manchester by the Sea ranges from $2,400 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,327.
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