
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center Neighborhood of Manchester, CT from $300 (64 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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100 Sycamore Ln

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67 Oak St

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72 Durant St, Unit 1

179 Main St

34 W Center St

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Brook Haven

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Lofts at the Mills

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458 Middle Turnpike W, Unit BROOKHAVENAPTS

452 Middle Turnpike W, Unit 47U
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452 Middle Turnpike W, Unit 47U

466 Middle Turnpike W

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Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments

63 Brookfield St

43 Pioneer Cir

139 Middle Tpke W

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Damato Apartments

219 School St

11 Union Pl

156 Union St
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167 W Center St, Unit Second floor

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Manchester Green

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Aspen Woods

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Vintage at the Grove

97 Bissell St

153 Eldridge St

Dye House Apartments

Jefferson Apartments

Falconridge Apartments

Congress Street Apartments
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West Middle Turnpike Apartments

The Squire Village

South Park

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Sunny Brooke Village

151-163 Oak St

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Raymond Village by Damato

460 Woodbridge St
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Center, Manchester, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Studio Apartments | $1,687 | $1,385 | $1,989 |
| Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $950 | $2,431 |
| Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,415 | $3,035 |
| Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,435 | $2,075 | $2,828 |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center Neighborhood of Manchester, CT.
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Cheapest Available Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center area of Hartford, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Pembrooke Court Apartments priced from $1,250. 164 Oak St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Center apartments for rent in Hartford, CT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pembrooke Court Apartments | 139-B Hilliard Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 208-210 Main | Studio - 41 Garden St. East Hartford, CT | Studio,1BA | $1,485 |
| Brook Haven | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Lofts at the Mills | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $1,578 |
| Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments | VM1aFLAT | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
| Damato Apartments | SunnyBrooke 1B/1B Semi | 1BR,1BA | $1,772 |
| Aspen Woods | $2.23/sq.ft. - The Woods | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, CT
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center 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 Center apartment is the 168-170 Model at 164 Oak St starting at $1,400 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Keeney neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage at the Grove | KENTWOOD | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Aspen Woods | $2.23/sq.ft. - The Woods | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Damato Apartments | 1 x 1 Raymond Village Upgrade -Call for Avail | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Lofts at the Mills | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 458 Middle Turnpike W, Unit BROOKHAVENAPTS | 458 Middle Turnpike W | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Brook Haven | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments | VM1aFLAT | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 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 Center Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment is $1,250 at Pembrooke Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center is starting from $1,840 at Brook Haven.
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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
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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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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