
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center Neighborhood of Manchester, CT from $300 (34 Rentals)
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Krause Gardens Senior Living (55+)

35 Main St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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44 Olcott Dr

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43 Olcott Dr

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Crockett Fields Senior Apartments (62+)

343 Oakland St

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341 Oak St, Unit 4, Unit 4
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343 Oakland St

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122 Sycamore Ln

South Park

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67 Oak St

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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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33 Main St, Unit 33, Unit 33

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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 | $1,707 | $1,385 | $1,906 |
| Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $1,200 | $2,396 |
| Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,197 | $1,415 | $2,905 |
| Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $1,900 | $2,524 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 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 South Park priced from $1,375. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 208-210 Main | 2BD - Woodbridge Ave. East Hartford, CT | 2BR,1BA | $1,560 |
| Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments | VM1aFLAT | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Manchester Green | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,628 |
| Lofts at the Mills | The Soho | 1BR,1BA | $1,653 |
| Damato Apartments | SunnyBrooke 2B/1B Semi | 2BR,1BA | $1,772 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, CT
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center 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 Center apartment is the 2 x 2.5 townhomes Model at Apex Townhomes starting at $1,995 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Buckley 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. |
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| Aspen Woods | $2.06/sq.ft. - New Cheshire II | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Apex Townhomes | 2 x 2.5 townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
| Broadleaf Boulevard Apartments | Environ | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Lofts at the Mills | The Midtown | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
| 67 Oak St | 67 Oak St | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 458 Middle Turnpike W, Unit BROOK HAVEN APTS | 458 Middle Turnpike W | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 208-210 Main | 2BD - Woodbridge Ave. East Hartford, CT | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Clocktower Mill | CT1aFLAT | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| South Park | 25 Goslee Drive #41 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center is at Lofts at the Mills listed at $1,653.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment is $1,375 at South Park.
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 $1,560 at 208-210 Main.
What is the most affordable Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lofts at the Mills and starts from $2,359.
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