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160 Autumn St, Unit D

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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,062 | $1,650 | $2,600 |
| Rochester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,721 | $1,700 | $4,000 |
| Rochester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,000 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NH
Pricing Updated: 08/18/2026Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, NH area range in price from $1,550 to $3,595 with an overall median price of $2,142. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown | $2,000 | $1,650 | 6 |
| Tara Estates | $2,000 | $1,550 | 7 |
| South Rochester | $2,365 | $2,000 | 3 |
| Gonic | $2,437 | $2,000 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NH is a 1 Bed unit found at 62 Charles Street in the Downtown neighborhood priced from $1,550. McDuffee Brook Apartments in the South Rochester neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Charles Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| McDuffee Brook Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Country Brook Estates | 2BR/1BA - TC - R - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1,903 |
| The Residences at Spaulding Place | 2 Bedroom Interior Unit | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Gonic Estates at Brook Farm Village | 11 Indian Brook Circle #74 | 2BR,1BA | $2,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NH
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.58 price per square foot 3BR2.5BA Model at Highfield Commons in the in the South Rochester neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the Topaz-Closed In Office Model at Half Peak Place starting at $2,950 with a $1.93 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Commons | 3BR2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| Half Peak Place | Topaz-Closed In Office | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.93 |
| Bayberry Commons | Brand New Townhomes! End Unit 3 Bedroom 2 Bath ... | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.26 |
| 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 Residences at Spaulding Place | 2 Bedroom End Unit with Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Rapids on Cocheco | 2BA1BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Country Brook Estates | 2BR/1BA - TC - R - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| McDuffee Brook Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Gonic Estates at Brook Farm Village | 11 Indian Brook Circle #74 | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?
There are currently 117 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NH with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $3,450. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $1,499 to $5,000.
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 $1,499 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,529.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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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.

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