
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center Neighborhood of Manchester, CT from $300 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Center area of Manchester.


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Krause Gardens Senior Living (55+)

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Crockett Fields Senior Apartments (62+)

South Park

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43 Olcott Dr

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44 Olcott Dr

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81 Charter Oak St, Unit D

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122 Sycamore Ln
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67 Oak St

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208-210 Main

164 Oak St

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103 Cooper Hill St

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96 Sycamore Ln, Unit D

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100 Sycamore Ln, Unit D

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Clocktower and Velvet Mill Apartments

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72 Durant St, Unit 1
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28 Thompson Rd, Unit # 6 E

462 Middle Tpke E, Unit 1A

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Brook Haven

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36 Clinton St, Unit 1st Floor

452 Middle Turnpike W, Unit 47U

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Lofts at the Mills

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458 Middle Turnpike W, Unit BROOK HAVEN APTS

448 Middle Turnpike W, Unit 11U
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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 | $1,843 | $1,385 | $2,049 |
| Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,707 | $1,210 | $2,501 |
| Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,415 | $3,015 |
| Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,900 | $2,400 |
| Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,299 | $2,299 | $2,299 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 41 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 $1,275. 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 |
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| South Park | 40 Olcott Street #318 | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| 164 Oak St | 168-170 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Cooper Hill Apartments | 14 Goslee Drive "Cooper Hill" | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Brook Haven | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Lofts at the Mills | Downtown | 1BR,1BA | $1,596 |
| Manchester Green | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,628 |
| Clocktower Mill | CT1aFLAT | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, CT
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center area is the $1.75 price per square foot 149 Spruce St Model at 149 Spruce St, Unit 149 Spruce Street in the in the Keeney neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Center apartment is the $2.15/sq.ft. - New Cheshire II Model at Aspen Woods starting at $2,515 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Spencer 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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| 149 Spruce St, Unit 149 Spruce Street | 149 Spruce St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Aspen Woods | $2.15/sq.ft. - New Cheshire II | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Apex Townhomes | 2 x 2.5 townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
| 36 Clinton St, Unit 1st Floor | 36 Clinton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 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 |
| Brook Haven | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Lofts at the Mills | Downtown | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| South Park | 103-A Sycamore Lane | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Cooper Hill Apartments | 14 Goslee Drive "Cooper Hill" | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCenter, Manchester, CT
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Hartford, Connecticut. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 $1,275 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 $1,772 at Damato Apartments.
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 $2,274.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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