Cheap Homes for Rent in Center Neighborhood of Manchester, CT from $1,200 (2 Rentals)

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property at 35 Main St

$1,245

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$1,245

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$1,245

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

35 Main St, Unit 2, Unit 2

35 Main St
ManchesterCT06042

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property at 343 Oakland St

$1,350

Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

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Base Rent
$1,350

Total Monthly Price
$1,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

343 Oakland St

ManchesterCT06042

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Center, Manchester, CT Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, CT

As of April 24, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aspen Woods$2.06/sq.ft. - New Cheshire II2BR,2BA$2.06
Apex Townhomes2 x 2.5 townhomes2BR,2.5BA$1.84
Lofts at the MillsThe Nolita1BR,1BA$1.68
Broadleaf Boulevard ApartmentsEnviron2BR,1BA$2.25
67 Oak St67 Oak St1BR,1BA$1.53
164 Oak St168-1701BR,1BA$1.65
208-210 Main2BD - Woodbridge Ave. East Hartford, CT2BR,1BA$2.08
458 Middle Turnpike W, Unit BROOK HAVEN APTS458 Middle Turnpike W1BR,1BA$2.13
Clocktower MillCT1aFLAT1BR,1BA$2.01
South Park25 Goslee Drive #411BR,1BA$2.07

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Center, Manchester, CT

Ranked #5

Among cities in Connecticut for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Center?

There are currently 112 Apartments for Rent in Center, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $2,962. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center ranging from $1,245 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center ranges from $1,245 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,465.

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