
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Rochester, NH from $1,450 (22 Rentals)
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1 Wakefield St

17 Glenwood Ave

11 Maple St

21 Lincoln St

96 Winter St

98 Winter St
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The Howard

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2 Leonard st, Unit 2A

5 Pleasant St
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336 Portland St, Unit 1

157 Wakefield St

51-53 Summer St

62 Charles Street

11 Sheridan Ave

28 Chestnut St

Lafayette St Rochester NH
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Downtown, Rochester, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,650 | $1,995 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,015 | $1,675 | $2,300 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,217 | $1,800 | $3,000 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Rochester, NH.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Rochester, NH is a 1 Bed unit found at 62 Charles Street priced from $1,550. 17 Glenwood Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Rochester, NH:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Charles Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 17 Glenwood Ave | 17 First Floor B | 2BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| The Howard | 1 Bed/1 Bath + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NH
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.00 price per square foot 336 Portland St Model at 336 Portland St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2 Leonard st Model at 2 Leonard st, Unit 2A starting at $2,000 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 336 Portland St, Unit 1 | 336 Portland St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2 Leonard st, Unit 2A | 2 Leonard st | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| The Howard | 1 Bed/1 Bath + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 17 Glenwood Ave | 17 First Floor B | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Rochester, NH
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Among cities in New Hampshire for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $1,675 at 17 Glenwood Ave.
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