
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Rochester, NH from $1,600 (4 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown area of Rochester.


28 Chestnut St
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Downtown, Rochester, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,433 | $2,100 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Rochester, NH.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NH
As of August 08, 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 | 2 Bed/2 Bath B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Rochester, NH
Ranked #4
Among cities in New Hampshire for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?
There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NH with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $3,000. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $1,650 to $2,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $1,650 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,079.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.