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WBC Estates
625 Chestnut StManchester, NH 03104
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Manchester Neighborhood of Manchester, NH from $800 (24 Rentals)
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Residences at Chestnut
345 Chestnut StManchester, NH 03101
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The Flats @ Hanover Common - Innovative Micro Living
235 Hanover StManchester, NH 03104
63 Brook St, Unit 4
63 Brook St
ManchesterNH03104
189-193 Cedar St
ManchesterNH03103
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165 Merrimack St, Unit 2, Unit 2
165 Merrimack StManchester, NH 03103
10 Orange St
ManchesterNH03104
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492 Pine St, Unit 2
492 Pine StManchester, NH 03104
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Amoskeag Apartments
32 Mulsey StManchester, NH 03101
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Gresley Residence
669 Chestnut StManchester, NH 03104
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715 Union St, Unit 2r
715 Union StManchester, NH 03104
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52 Myrtle St
52 Myrtle StManchester, NH 03104
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Maynard School Apartments
455 Union StManchester, NH 03103
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Park View Apartments
261 Pine StManchester, NH 03103
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Weston Terrace
70 Lowell StManchester, NH 03101
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St George Apartments
521 Pine StManchester, NH 03104
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The Apartments at 64 Merrimack Street
64 Merrimack StManchester, NH 03101
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Union Street Apartments
610 Union StManchester, NH 03104
819 Elm St, Unit 12, Unit 12
819 Elm St
ManchesterNH03101
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Village on Second Street
93 2nd StManchester, NH 03102
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1267 Elm St
1267 Elm StManchester, NH 03101
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Opera Block Apartments
18 Hanover StManchester, NH 03101
673 Chestnut St
ManchesterNH03104
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Red Oak at 83 Hanover Street
83 Hanover StManchester, NH 03101
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Downtown Manchester, Manchester, NH Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Manchester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Manchester Studio Apartments | $1,719 | $1,050 | $2,172 |
| Downtown Manchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,112 | $1,350 | $2,947 |
| Downtown Manchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,367 | $1,375 | $4,575 |
| Downtown Manchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $2,000 | $4,206 |
| Downtown Manchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $2,250 | $3,850 |
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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. The Residences at Elm Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Downtown Manchester apartments for rent in Manchester, NH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| WBC Estates | 80 Lowell Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Residences at Elm Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Trade Center Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Riverwalk | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Lofts at Waumbec Mill | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Manchester, NH
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Manchester area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lofts at Mill West in the in the Washington Park Estates neighborhood starting from $2,680. The second greatest value Downtown Manchester apartment is the 3 bed 1 Bath Model at The Residence at 1555 Elm starting at $3,200 with a $2.35 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lofts at Mill West | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Residence at 1555 Elm | 3 bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 1230 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Lofts at Waumbec Mill | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Amoskeag Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.68 |
| 165 Merrimack St, Unit 2 | 165 Merrimack St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Gresley Residence | 2BR1BA Premium | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Grand Central Suites | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Wall Street Tower | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| WBC Estates | 80 Lowell Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
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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 $2,100.
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 $3,050.
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 $149 which is $2,901 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Manchester.
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