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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • New cabinets
  • New vinyl plank flooring
  • New granite counters
  • New stainless steel appliances
  • Laundry in the building

Location

157 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820, USA
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Management

Hopkins Enterprises

Leasing office

(603) 742-7715

Property Overview

157 CENTRAL is highly rated with an overall Zumper score of 8.4, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent balance of amenities and location, rated 10 and 9 respectively. With impressive features like off-street parking, new appliances, and convenience to shopping and schools, it stands out in terms of value, belonging to the 73.33 percentile for value for money and the 86.67 percentile for value per square foot compared to local properties. Trustworthiness is also highlighted, with a solid rating of 8 out of 10.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 157 CENTRAL is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 157 CENTRAL 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath861 sqft$1,895–$1,995 /mo2 units availableTake a virtual tour: https kuula co share collection 7PlLQ?fs=1&vr=1&initload=0&thumbs=1&chromeless=1&logo=1&logosize=200 • Completely renovated one bedroom • First-floor unit • Close proximity to downtown Dover • New stainless steel appliances, including MICROWAVE • New cabinets • New vinyl plank flooring in kitchen and bath • New surround tile shower • New GRANITE counters • New GRANITE eating bar • Freshly refinished hardwood flooring in the living room • Off-street parking • Laundry in the building (shared/coin-op) • Storage bin in basement • Yard for grilling Hot water, water & sewer INCLUDED!

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HomeApartments in Dover 157 CENTRAL

Take a virtual tour: https kuula co share collection 7PlLQ?fs=1&vr=1&initload=0&thumbs=1&chromeless=1&logo=1&logosize=200 • Completely renovated one bedroom • First-floor unit • Close proximity to downtown Dover • New stainless steel appliances, including MICROWAVE • New cabinets • New vinyl plank flooring in kitchen and bath • New surround tile shower • New GRANITE counters • New GRANITE eating bar • Freshly refinished hardwood flooring in the living room • Off-street parking • Laundry in the building (shared/coin-op) • Storage bin in basement • Yard for grilling Hot water, water & sewer INCLUDED!


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 157 CENTRAL is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 157 CENTRAL 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 157 CENTRAL
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.
157 CENTRAL 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 157 CENTRAL is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
157 CENTRAL 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 157 CENTRAL does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 157 CENTRAL compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 184 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in Dover

1-bedroom apartments at 157 CENTRAL cost about 0% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Dover.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Dover
A table of studio rental data trends in Dover
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,500
January 2024$1,524
February 2024$1,425
March 2024$1,515
April 2024$1,470
May 2024$1,430
June 2024$1,595
July 2024$1,602
August 2024$1,595
September 2024$1,622
October 2024$1,471
November 2024$1,395
December 2024$1,395
March 2025$1,597
April 2025$1,595
May 2025$1,645
August 2025$1,428
September 2025$1,585
October 2025$1,588
November 2025$1,497
December 2025$1,496

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$75,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,895.
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Schools near 157 CENTRAL

Woodman Park School

11 towle ave

dover, NH, 3820

PK, K-4Public
C+

Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street

78 horne st

dover, NH, 3820

K-4Public
B-

Garrison School

50 garrison rd

dover, NH, 3820

K-4Public
B
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Getting around Dover near 157 Central Ave

Walking

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

Driving

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

Points of interest for 157 Central Ave, Dover

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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