
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manchester Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $800 (27 Rentals)
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Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments

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Six Forks Station Apartments

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7000 Longstreet Dr

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6712 Magnolia Ct

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Manchester, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manchester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $850 | $2,897 |
| Manchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $950 | $4,213 |
| Manchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $1,135 | $2,789 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Manchester Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Manchester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Manchester area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments priced from $850. 8809-8813 Litchford Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Manchester apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 8809-8813 Litchford Rd | 2nd Floor Bedroom Suite | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Six Forks Station Apartments | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1,038 |
| Perry Point | Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,067 |
| Brookefield Apartments | Pullen | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Cortland Falls River | Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Aria North Hills | The Heron | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
| Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Hunting Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| River Haven | Haven | 2BR,1BA | $1,189 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester, NC
As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manchester area is the $1.40 price per square foot River Model at River Haven in the in the Manchester neighborhood starting from $1,339. The second greatest value Manchester apartment is the A7 Model at Six Forks Station Apartments starting at $1,280 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Summerfield North 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Haven | River | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Six Forks Station Apartments | A7 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Cortland Falls River | Branch | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Residences at Wakefield | Hickory-Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Junction Six Forks | Hampton | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Hunting Ridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Perry Point | Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Brookefield Apartments | Pullen | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manchester Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Manchester?
The cheapest apartment in Manchester is Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Manchester costs $1,759.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 18 regular apartments in 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 Manchester?
Cheap apartments in Manchester have an average cost of $171 which is $1,588 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manchester.
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