Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Manchester Neighborhood of Manchester, NH from $800 (17 Rentals)

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52 Myrtle Street
Studio Apartments

52 Myrtle Street

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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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 $1,050. Residences at Chestnut has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,201. Here are the most affordable Downtown Manchester apartments for rent in Manchester, NH:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
WBC Estates80 Lowell StudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Residences at ChestnutStudioStudio,1BA$1,201
Gresley ResidenceStudio DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,380
Lofts at Mill West1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,620
Secure Access - Furnished - All IncludedStandardStudio,1BA$1,699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Manchester, NH

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Manchester area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lofts at Mill Number One in the in the Washington Park Estates neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Downtown Manchester apartment is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at Lofts at Mill West starting at $2,545 with a $1.69 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.
Lofts at Mill Number One2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.19
Lofts at Mill West3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.69
The Residence at 1000 Elm3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$2.27
Lofts at Jefferson Mill2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.80
12302 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.14
The Lofts at Waumbec Mill2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.26
Riverwalk2BR-A2BR,2BA$2.13
Executive ManorEM 2br sample2BR,1BA$1.89
42-44 Bridge St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.47
Residences at 530 and 540 Chestnut1 Bedroom with Office1BR,1BA$2.40

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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!

Getting Around the Downtown Manchester Neighborhood in Manchester, NH

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Manchester Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Manchester?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Manchester is at WBC Estates listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Manchester Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Manchester Apartment is $1,350 at WBC Estates.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Manchester Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Manchester is starting from $1,545 at Residences at Chestnut.

What is the most affordable Downtown Manchester Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Manchester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lofts at Mill West and starts from $2,545.

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