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Manchester, CT Local Guide

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. 44-50 Church St in the Outer East Hartford Manchester neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manchester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manchester Main ApartmentsStudio-Bristol,CT West St.Studio,1BA$1,150
44-50 Church St1 bedrooms1BR,1BA$1,200
Pembrooke Court Apartments131-D Hilliard Street Remodeled 1 bed1BR,1BA$1,325
51 Forbes St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,350
South Park81-D Charter Oak Street1BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester, CT

As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester area is the $1.40 price per square foot 339 Oakland St Model at 339 Oakland St, Unit 14 in the in the Buckley neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Manchester apartment is the 341 Oakland Street 2BR Townhouse Model at Pembrooke Court Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Spencer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manchester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
339 Oakland St, Unit 14339 Oakland St2BR,1.5BA$1.40
Pembrooke Court Apartments341 Oakland Street 2BR Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.48
18 Chalmers St, Unit 1818 Chalmers St3BR,1.5BA$1.92
Aspen Woods$1.95/sq.ft. - New Cheshire II2BR,2BA$1.95
Apex Townhomes2 x 2.5 townhomes2BR,2.5BA$1.84
32 Huntington St, Unit 32 Huntington32 Huntington St1BR,1BA$1.40
Lofts at the MillsThe MidtownStudio ,1BA$1.63
Aspen Highlands$1.79/sq.ft. - The Aspen1BR,1BA$1.89
19 Goodwin Pl, Unit Goodwin19 Goodwin Pl2BR,1BA$1.84
164 Oak St168-1701BR,1BA$1.65

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Frequently Asked Questions about Manchester

What type of rentals are currently available in Manchester?

There are currently 161 Apartments for Rent in Manchester, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $3,152. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manchester ranging from $1,500 to $4,750.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manchester ranges from $1,500 to $4,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,252.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.