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Manchester, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Manchester?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,185 | $1,900 | $5,500 |
| Manchester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,266 | $3,100 | $5,000 |
| Manchester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,449 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Manchester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,750 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Manchester 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,700 | $6,500 | $6,900 |
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Cheapest Available Manchester Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Manchester, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1 Powder House Ln in the Beverly Farms neighborhood priced from $1,672. Salem Highlands in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manchester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Powder House Ln | One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,672 |
| Salem Highlands | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester, MA and Nearby
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester area is the $2.75 price per square foot A4 Model at Vavel Apartments in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Manchester apartment is the B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott starting at $3,064 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the South Salem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manchester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vavel Apartments | A4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 20 Locust St | Concept 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| 240 Conant Apartments | 2 Bed T02 | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| River Properties | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Central Grammar | 2 bed / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| University Square South | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 14 North | Aviary Gardens Loft (A1AL) | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 256 Washington | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Folly Hill Meadows | 1Bd 1Bt (820 sq ft) | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manchester ranges from $1,900 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,141.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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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.
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.