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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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28 Chestnut St

RochesterNH03867

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Rochester, NH Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NH

Pricing Updated: 02/05/2026

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$2,150$1,50023
Gonic$3,250$1,35015
South Rochester$3,250$1,35025
Tara Estates$3,250$1,50049

Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NH is a 2 Beds unit found at McDuffee Brook Apartments in the South Rochester neighborhood priced from $1,500. The Rapids 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
McDuffee Brook Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,500
The Rapids1BA1BR1BR,1BA$1,580
Clark Brook Apartments1BDSRStudio,1BA$1,750
Country Brook Estates2BR 1BA - TC - R- 60%2BR,1BA$1,795
The Howard1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NH

As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.58 price per square foot 3BR2.5BA Model at Highfield Townhome Available for Rent! in the in the South Rochester neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the Spacious Townhouse with Two-Car Garage Model at Half Peak Place starting at $2,850 with a $1.84 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.
Highfield Townhome Available for Rent!3BR2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.58
Half Peak PlaceSpacious Townhouse with Two-Car Garage3BR,2.5BA$1.84
Half Peak LedgesWildcat End Unit Townhome with Closed Office3BR,2.5BA$2.11
Bayberry Commons- 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhomes with 2 Car GarageBrand New Townhomes! End Unit 3 Bedroom 2 Bath ...3BR,2.5BA$2.26
67 Winter St, Unit 6767 Winter St3BR,1BA$1.77
The Residences at Spaulding Place, Large 2 bed 1 bath modern apartment with W/D Hook ups.2 Bedroom Interior Unit2BR,1BA$1.77
57 Congress St, Unit Unit 157 Congress St2BR,1BA$2.08
The Plains2BR1BA2BR,1BA$2.29
Country Brook Estates2BR 1BA - TC - R- 60%2BR,1BA$2.23
McDuffee Brook Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rochester

What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NH with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $3,450. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $850 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 $850 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,045.

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

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.