
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Manchester, CT from $300 (16 Rentals)
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Manchester Main Apartments

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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 |
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Cheap Manchester Studio Apartments | $1,638 | $1,150 | $2,099 |
Cheap Manchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,848 | $1,121 | $2,931 |
Cheap Manchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $1,187 | $3,584 |
Cheap Manchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,666 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Manchester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Manchester, CT is a Studio unit found at Manchester Main Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $1,150. Wickham Gardens Condominiums 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 |
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Manchester Main Apartments | Studio-Bristol West St. | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Wickham Gardens Condominiums | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Pembrooke Court Apartments | 131 Hilliard Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
51 Forbes St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester, CT
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manchester area is the $1.58 price per square foot 98 Sycamore Ln Model at 98 Sycamore Ln in the in the Keeney neighborhood starting from $1,890. The second greatest value Manchester apartment is the The Greenwich Village Model at Lofts at the Mills starting at $1,752 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Keeney 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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98 Sycamore Ln | 98 Sycamore Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
Lofts at the Mills | The Greenwich Village | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Addison Mill Loft Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
53 North St, Unit 53B | 53 North St | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
103 Cooper Hill St, Unit 7 | 103 Cooper Hill St | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Apex Townhomes | 2 x 2.5 townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
1196 Middle Tpke W, Unit C-1 | 1196 Middle Tpke W | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Pembrooke Court Apartments | 40 Olcott Street #304 | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Fountain Village | Style F | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Getting Around Manchester, CT
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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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 Manchester Main Apartments listed at $1,150.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Manchester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Manchester Apartment is $1,250 at Wickham Gardens Condominiums.
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 $1,400 at Manchester Main Apartments.
What is the most affordable Manchester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Manchester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Manchester Main Apartments and starts from $1,900.
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