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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Tranquil neighborhood
  • On street parking
  • Updated bathroom and shower

Location

12 Essex St, Dover, NH 03820, USA

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Contact

The Fine Print Group

(603) 682-4664

Property Overview

Hardwood floors, an updated bathroom and shower, and on-street parking add to the appeal, while the tranquil neighborhood offers a calm setting. With 11 photos available and standout value for money in the area, it provides a helpful balance of visual detail and overall value.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Amenities for 12 Essex St

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor

Building

Laundry SharedOnsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms1+ month

About 12 Essex St

HomeApartments in Dover 12 Essex St, Dover, NH 03820, USA

This apartment is a vacant two bedroom unit is listed for $1900 per month and an additional $300 for utilities, totaling $2,100/month Heat, Hot water, electric, water and sewer are included in the $2,100.00. Background and credit check are required. Looking for renter with reasonable credit, no felonies, and no past eviction. Non smoking building. This apartment is in a tranquil neighborhood within walking distance of downtown Dover. It is also within walking distance of the bus stop and Amtrak station. It is located 2 miles from Wentworth Douglass Hospital. Plenty of on Street parking available. Features of this unit are an updated bathroom and shower, hardwood floors, Coin-Op Laundry is located in the basement.


Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 12 Essex St, Dover, NH 03820, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.9 miles away
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 3.9 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.3 miles away

Address details

Zip code03820
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Dover

2-bedroom apartments at 12 Essex St cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Dover.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Dover
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Dover
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,223
December 2024$2,269
January 2025$2,295
February 2025$2,253
March 2025$2,232
April 2025$2,385
May 2025$2,385
June 2025$2,385
July 2025$2,385
August 2025$2,385
September 2025$2,317
October 2025$2,294
November 2025$2,300
December 2025$2,300
January 2026$2,307
February 2026$2,300
March 2026$2,302
April 2026$2,310
May 2026$2,304
June 2026$2,269
July 2026$2,348
August 2026$2,331
September 2026$2,155
October 2026$2,173

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 12 Essex St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 12 Essex St, Dover, NH.
2 months ago$1,8002 bed1.5 bath

Schools near 12 Essex St

Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street

78 horne st

dover, NH, 3820

K-4Public
B-

Woodman Park School

11 towle ave

dover, NH, 3820

PK, K-4Public
C+

Garrison School

50 garrison rd

dover, NH, 3820

K-4Public
B

Idlehurst Elementary School

46 stackpole rd

somersworth, NH, 3878

PK, K-2Public

Rollinsford Grade School

487 locust st

rollinsford, NH, 3869

K-6Public
C+
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Getting around Dover near 12 Essex St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 12 Essex St, Dover

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Other units at this address

12 Essex St Dover, NH

Occupied

14L

2 Beds

1.5 Baths

$1,800

Listed by The Fine Print Group
Days on market: 104
2-Bedroom Apartment for Rent Near Downtown DoverAvailable July 1Bright and comfortable 950 sq. ft. apartment in an excellent location within walking distance of Downtown Dover, the bus station, restaurants, shops, and local amenities. Apartment Features:• 2 Bedrooms• 1.5 Bathrooms• Full Kitchen, Living Room, Balcony• Unfurnished-located on second and third floor. Lease Terms:• $1,900/month rent• Utilities included for an additional $300/month (electricity, heat, water, sewer, and other standard utilities)• Internet not included• One-month security deposit required• 1-year lease required. Monthly Cost:• Base Rent: $1,900/month• Utilities Package: $300/month• Total Monthly Cost: $2,200/month (Internet not included)Looking for tenant with: -no past evictions-credit score of 650 or more-no pets unless service animals-non smoking buildingPlease DM with the answer to the following: 1. Who would be moving in?2. Any criminal record or past evictions?3. Do you have a secure source of income?4. Any smokers?5. Any pets?Ideal for professionals, couples, small families, or graduate students seeking a conveniently located apartment near downtown Dover. Please reach out to 603-682-4664 to schedule a showing.

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