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Highlights

  • Off street parking
  • Beautiful lakeside views

Location

686 Union Ave, Laconia, NH 03246, USA
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Management

Waterfield Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 326-6875 ext. 5008

Property Overview

686 Union offers strong value with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a 9/10 location rating. It also stands out for off-street parking, beautiful lakeside views, 14 photos, and a value-for-money position in the 75th percentile, with the nearest top-rated high school about 0.73 miles away.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 686 Union is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 686 Union has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
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Floor plans

686 Union - 688 U...1 bed1 bath$1,400 /moNew construction apartment in great location in Laconia. Walking distance to the WOW rail trail, beautiful lakeside views, the Wayfarer Coffee Shop, and more! Very easy to show...come take a look!

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Amenities for 686 Union

Apartment Amenities

Hot WaterTrash Included
Utilities/Sewer

Grounds

Lake Access
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About 686 Union

HomeApartments in Laconia 686 Union

This new construction apartment is in a great location in Laconia. It is within walking distance of the WOW rail trail, beautiful lakeside views, the Wayfarer Coffee Shop, and more! It is very easy to show. Come take a look! Owner pays for the water and sewer. Tenant pays for electric heat source is via baseboard/electricity. First months rent, and one month security deposit are both due upon this contract signing. Laundry shop is just down the street. Parking is available off street.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 686 Union is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 686 Union has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 686 Union
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
686 Union offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
686 Union goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lake access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 686 Union receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
686 Union is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 686 Union does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
686 Union provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 686 Union compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Laconia

1-bedroom apartments at 686 Union cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Laconia.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Laconia
A table of studio rental data trends in Laconia
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$950
September 2024$1,106
October 2024$1,106
November 2024$1,275
December 2024$1,218
January 2025$1,200
February 2025$1,200
March 2025$1,200
April 2025$1,236
May 2025$1,159
June 2025$1,195
October 2025$850
November 2025$875
December 2025$1,037
January 2026$1,160
February 2026$942
March 2026$800
April 2026$806
May 2026$820
June 2026$856

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$56,000/yr

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Schools near 686 Union

Elm Street School

478 elm st

laconia, NH, 3246

PK, K-5Public
C-

Pleasant Street School

350 pleasant st

laconia, NH, 3246

PK, K-5Public
C-

Woodland Heights Elementary School

225 winter st ext

laconia, NH, 3246

PK, K-5Public
C-

Inter-Lakes Elementary School

21 laker ln

meredith, NH, 3253

PK, K-6Public
C+

Gilmanton Elementary School

1386 nh rte 140

gilmanton iw, NH, 3837

K-8Public
B+
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Getting around Laconia near 686 Union Ave

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 686 Union Ave, Laconia

Groceries

2/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 686 Union Ave

Italian Market
585 Union Ave
Hannaford
1425 Lake Shore Rd
Shaw's Supermarket
1400 Lake Shore Rd
Walmart Supercenter
1458 Lake Shore Rd
Shaw's Supermarket
96 Daniel Webster Hwy

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