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property at 93 Henry Law Ave

$1,500 - $1,800

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Apr 7

93 Henry Law Ave

DoverNH03820

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property at 28 Chestnut St

$1,650

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

28 Chestnut St

RochesterNH03867

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Rochester, NH Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NH

Pricing Updated: 04/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, NH area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown$2,097$1,4509
Gonic$3,250$1,50018
South Rochester$3,250$1,50028
Tara Estates$3,250$1,45025

Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NH is a 1 Bed unit found at Country Brook Estates in the South Rochester neighborhood priced from $1,525. The Rapids on Cocheco in the South Rochester neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,580. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Country Brook Estates1BD/1BA - TC - R - 60%1BR,1BA$1,525
The Rapids on Cocheco1BA1BR1BR,1BA$1,580
Gonic Estates at Brook Farm Village19 Otter Brook Circle #151BR,1BA$1,625
The Residences at Spaulding Place2 Bedroom Interior Unit2BR,1BA$1,950
The Plains2BR1BA2BR,1BA$1,975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NH

As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.90 price per square foot Topaz-Closed In Office Model at Half Peak Place in the in the South Rochester neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the Brand New Townhomes! End Unit 3 Bedroom 2 Bath ... Model at Bayberry Commons starting at $3,450 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the South Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Half Peak PlaceTopaz-Closed In Office3BR,2.5BA$1.90
Bayberry CommonsBrand New Townhomes! End Unit 3 Bedroom 2 Bath ...3BR,2.5BA$2.26
Highfield Commons3BR2BA3BR,2BA$1.86
The Residences at Spaulding Place2 Bedroom Interior Unit2BR,1BA$1.77
Lafayette St Rochester NH5 Lafayette Street3BR,1BA$2.65
84 Milton Rd, Unit 8484 Milton Rd2BR,1BA$1.95
Clark Brook Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$2.18
The Howard2 Bed/2 Bath B12BR,2BA$2.42
The Plains2BR1BA2BR,1BA$2.29
The Rapids on Cocheco1BA1BR1BR,1BA$2.44

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rochester

What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?

There are currently 109 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NH with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $3,450. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $1,300 to $6,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rochester?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rochester ranges from $1,300 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,657.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.