Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Manchester Neighborhood of Manchester, NH from $800 (43 Rentals)

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property at 30 Hanover St

$1,602 - $1,613

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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30 Hanover St

ManchesterNH03101

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property at 167 Spruce St

$1,750

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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167 Spruce St

ManchesterNH03103

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property at 409 Elm St

$1,765 - $2,565

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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409 Elm St

ManchesterNH03101
property at 1230 Elm St

$1,800 - $2,900

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1230 Elm St

ManchesterNH03101
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52 Myrtle St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

52 Myrtle St

52 Myrtle StManchester, NH 03104
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Park View Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park View Apartments

261 Pine StManchester, NH 03103
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Weston Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Weston Terrace

70 Lowell StManchester, NH 03101
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St George Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

St George Apartments

521 Pine StManchester, NH 03104
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1267 Elm St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1267 Elm St

1267 Elm StManchester, NH 03101
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Opera Block Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Opera Block Apartments

18 Hanover StManchester, NH 03101
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Downtown Manchester, Manchester, NH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Manchester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Manchester area of Manchester, NH is a Studio unit found at WBC Estates priced from $1,100. Gresley Residence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here are the most affordable Downtown Manchester apartments for rent in Manchester, NH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
WBC Estates80 Lowell StudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Gresley Residence1BR1BA1BR,1BA$1,575
Pearson Place1BR1BA1BR,1BA$1,635
The Residences at Elm StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Lofts at Mill West1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,670
Residences at 530 and 540 Chestnut1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
The Residence at 1555 Elm1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
Trade Center ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
12301 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,800
The Residences at 62 Lowell Street2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Manchester, NH

As of April 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Manchester area is the $1.82 price per square foot 179 Pine St Model at 179 Pine St, Unit 2 in the in the Washington Park Estates neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Downtown Manchester apartment is the 28 Brook St Model at 28 Brook St, Unit #1 starting at $2,300 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Washington Park Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Manchester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
179 Pine St, Unit 2179 Pine St4BR,1BA$1.82
28 Brook St, Unit #128 Brook St3BR,1BA$1.92
Lofts at Jefferson Mill2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.80
Residences at Manchester PlaceThe Litchfield2BR,2BA$2.28
The Lofts at Waumbec Mill2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.26
Lofts at Mill West1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.67
Riverwalk1BR-DH1BR,1BA$2.21
Amoskeag Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.16
Grand Central Suites1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.35
Pearson Place1BR1BA1BR,1BA$2.55

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Manchester. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Manchester Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Manchester?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Manchester is under $1,800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Manchester?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Manchester is WBC Estates which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Downtown Manchester costs $3,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Manchester?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Downtown Manchester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Manchester?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Manchester have an average cost of $132 which is $3,068 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Manchester.

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.

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

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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