
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Manchester, CT from $300 (78 Rentals)
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291 Spruce St

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Krause Gardens Senior Living (55+)

Pembrooke Court Apartments

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Crockett Fields Senior Apartments (62+)

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43 Olcott Dr

9 Eldridge St, Unit 3

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122 Sycamore Ln

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208-210 Main

164 Oak St
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96 Sycamore Ln, Unit D

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67 Oak St

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Apex One91

28 Thompson Rd, Unit # 6 E

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72 Durant St, Unit 1

179 Main St

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1196 Middle Tpke W, Unit Beacon Hill

34 W Center St

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Fountain Village

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Brook Haven
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Lofts at the Mills

1162 Middle Turnpike W, Unit C1

452 Middle Turnpike W, Unit 47U

458 Middle Turnpike W, Unit 14u

466 Middle Turnpike W

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Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments

43 Pioneer Cir

63 Brookfield St

1210 Middle Tpke W, Unit A1

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Damato Apartments
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The Pavilions

219 School St

11 Union Pl

156 Union St

167 W Center St, Unit Second floor

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Vintage at the Grove

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Manchester Green

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Aspen Woods

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The Squire Village

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Sunny Brooke Village

Theresa Garden Apartments

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151-163 Oak St

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Manchester, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manchester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Manchester Studio Apartments | $1,657 | $950 | $2,545 |
| Cheap Manchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $950 | $2,536 |
| Cheap Manchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,290 | $1,275 | $3,170 |
| Cheap Manchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $2,000 | $2,896 |
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Cheapest Available Manchester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Manchester, CT is a Studio unit found at 44-50 Church St in the East Hartford neighborhood priced from $950. Pembrooke Court Apartments in the Spencer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manchester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44-50 Church St | 490 Tolland Street B-9 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Pembrooke Court Apartments | 139-B Hilliard Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 51 Forbes St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Apex One91 | The Peak | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| South Park | 40 Olcott Street #212 | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 905 Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 208-210 Main | Studio - 41 Garden St. East Hartford, CT | Studio,1BA | $1,485 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester, CT
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester area is the $2.06 price per square foot KENTWOOD Model at Vintage at the Grove in the in the Buckley neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Manchester apartment is the $2.04/sq.ft. - The Essex Model at Aspen Highlands starting at $2,360 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Buckley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manchester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Vintage at the Grove | KENTWOOD | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Aspen Highlands | $2.04/sq.ft. - The Essex | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| 1196 Middle Tpke W, Unit Beacon Hill | 1196 Middle Tpke W | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| South Park | 40 Olcott Street #212 | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Lofts at the Mills | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Fountain Village | Style C | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| 905 Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 96 Sycamore Ln, Unit D | 96 Sycamore Ln | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Pembrooke Court Apartments | 131-E Hilliard Street | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Manchester?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Manchester is at 44-50 Church St listed at $950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manchester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manchester Apartment is $1,200 at 44-50 Church St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Manchester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Manchester is starting from $1,275 at Pembrooke Court Apartments.
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Written by: Dorian Smith-Garcia
Connecticut is a popular choice, especially for people like me thinking of relocating from the New York City metro.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.