
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Manchester, CT from $300 (88 Rentals)
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Krause Gardens Senior Living (55+)

35 Main St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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43 Olcott Dr

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44 Olcott Dr

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Crockett Fields Senior Apartments (62+)

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343 Oakland St

343 Oakland St

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341 Oak St, Unit 4, Unit 4

143 Main St
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67 Oak St

South Park

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122 Sycamore Ln

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81 Charter Oak St, Unit D, Unit D

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41 Charter Oak St

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208-210 Main

164 Oak St

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Apex One91

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33 Main St, Unit 33, Unit 33

24 Prospect St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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Lofts at the Mills

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Fountain Village

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Brook Haven

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1196 Middle Tpke W, Unit Beacon Hill, Unit Beacon Hill

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103 Cooper Hill St

448 Middle Turnpike W, Unit 11U

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458 Middle Turnpike W, Unit BROOK HAVEN APTS, Unit BROOK HAVEN APTS

78-80 Benton St

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Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments

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Manchester Green
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1210 Middle Tpke W, Unit A1, Unit A1

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The Pavilions

20 Prospect St

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Damato Apartments

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Vintage at the Grove

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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 | $1,638 | $950 | $2,445 |
| Cheap Manchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $1,200 | $2,500 |
| Cheap Manchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,152 | $1,400 | $3,045 |
| Cheap Manchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,900 | $2,626 |
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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 Outer East Hartford Manchester neighborhood priced from $950. 51 Forbes St in the Outer East Hartford Manchester neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manchester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 44-50 Church St | 490 Tolland Street | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 51 Forbes St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| South Park | 83-C Charter Oak St | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Clocktower Mill | CT1aFLAT | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| Apex One91 | The Peak | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| 905 Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester, CT
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester area is the $2.06 price per square foot $2.06/sq.ft. - New Cheshire II Model at Aspen Woods in the in the Spencer neighborhood starting from $2,415. The second greatest value Manchester apartment is the $1.91/sq.ft. - The Essex Model at Aspen Highlands starting at $2,210 with a $1.91 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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| Aspen Woods | $2.06/sq.ft. - New Cheshire II | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Aspen Highlands | $1.91/sq.ft. - The Essex | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Apex Townhomes | 2 x 2.5 townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
| Lofts at the Mills | The Nolita | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 67 Oak St | 67 Oak St | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 19 Goodwin Pl, Unit Goodwin | 19 Goodwin Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 31 Elm Hill Rd, Unit Apartment 2 | 31 Elm Hill Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 6 Notch Rd Ext, Unit 6B | 6 Notch Rd Ext | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Clocktower Mill | CT1aFLAT | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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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 $1,560 at 208-210 Main.
What is the most affordable Manchester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Manchester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lofts at the Mills and starts from $2,421.
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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.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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