Average Rent in Manchester, NH
What is the average rent in Manchester, NH?
The average listed apartment rent in Manchester, NH is $2,422 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 161 priced apartments in 18 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 5, 2026 through November 11, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
18 apartment buildings, 161 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Manchester, NHCheapest
$694/mo
Gamache Properties - The Apartments at 62 Lowell
Properties
18
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Units
161
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 18 properties in Manchester, NH.
Average rent trend, last 3 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Manchester, NH Rent Prices
All 18 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Gamache Properties - Residences at 540 Chestnut
540 Chestnut St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
Gamache Properties - The Apartments at 62 Lowell
62 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
Amoskeag Apartments
32 Mulsey St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
Village on Second Street - A Red Oak Apartment Homes Community
92 Second St, Manchester, NH 03102, USA
The Factory On Willow
252 Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
Trade Center Apartments
25 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
75 Canal
75 Canal St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gamache Properties - Residences at 540 Chestnut 540 Chestnut St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA | $694 | $694 | $1.00/ft² | -- | 1 |
| 2 | Gamache Properties - The Apartments at 62 Lowell 62 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA | $694 | $694 | $1.00/ft² | 5 (1) | 1 |
| 3 | Amoskeag Apartments 32 Mulsey St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA | $1,250 as of Nov 3 | $2,288 | $2.66/ft² | 3.3 (30) | 9 |
| 4 | Village on Second Street - A Red Oak Apartment Homes Community 92 Second St, Manchester, NH 03102, USA | $1,339 | $1,569 | $2.31/ft² | 1 (2) | 5 |
| 5 | The Factory On Willow 252 Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA | $1,525 | $1,964 | $3.64/ft² | 4.3 (21) | 9 |
| 6 | Trade Center Apartments 25 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA | $1,750 as of Oct 30 | $1,983 | $2.12/ft² | 4.5 (8) | 3 |
| 7 | 75 Canal 75 Canal St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA | $1,753 | $2,386 | $2.99/ft² | 4.6 (61) | 21 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Gamache Properties - Residences at 540 Chestnut
540 Chestnut St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
Gamache Properties - The Apartments at 62 Lowell
5 (1)62 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
Amoskeag Apartments
3.3 (30)32 Mulsey St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
Village on Second Street - A Red Oak Apartment Homes Community
1 (2)92 Second St, Manchester, NH 03102, USA
The Factory On Willow
4.3 (21)252 Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103, USA
Trade Center Apartments
4.5 (8)25 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA
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Manchester, NH neighborhoods
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Manchester, NH Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Manchester, NH is $2,422 per month, based on 161 units across 18 apartment communities. Prices range from $694 at Gamache Properties - The Apartments at 62 Lowell to $4,225 at Lofts at Mill West.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,914/mo | $1,525/mo | 16 |
| 1 Bed | $2,154/mo | $1,339/mo | 29 |
| 2 Bed | $2,543/mo | $1,649/mo | 103 |
| 3 Bed | $3,152/mo | $2,685/mo | 10 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Manchester, NH, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Manchester, NH averages $2,154/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,543/mo. At the local median household income of $77,415, that works out to 38% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Manchester, NH at $1,465/mo. The current tracked market average runs 65% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Manchester, NH while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Manchester, NH?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$97,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,422/mo.
Comfortable income
$116,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($694/mo), you need to earn at least $28,000/year.
Median household income in Manchester, NH is $77,415 , about 33% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Manchester, NH
Overall prices in Manchester, NH runs above the national average by about 6% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 105.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Manchester, NH's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,422 |
| Utilities | $549 |
| Groceries | $533 |
| Transportation | $1,308 |
| Healthcare | $638 |
| Other goods and services | $1,021 |
| Estimated total | $6,471/mo |
Population
115,415
Median household income
$77,415
Census median rent
$1,465/mo
Census rent burden
30.5%
Median age
37.9
Mean commute
24 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in New Hampshire
How Manchester, NH rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Manchester, NH | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashua, NH | $2,484 | +3% | +1% | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Manchester, NH?
The average listed apartment rent in Manchester, NH is $2,422 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 161 priced apartments in 18 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Manchester, NH?
The median asking rent in Manchester, NH is $2,470 per month, computed from 161 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,422/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Manchester, NH?
The lowest available rent in Manchester, NH starts at $694 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Manchester, NH?
1-bedroom apartments in Manchester, NH average $2,154/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,339/mo across 29 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Manchester, NH?
2-bedroom apartments in Manchester, NH average $2,543/mo. Units start from $1,649/mo across 103 units currently listed.
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