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Highlights
- Snow removal
- Gas heat
- On street parking
Location
291 Spruce St, Manchester, CT 06040, USA|East Side
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Property Overview
291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod offers strong value with a solid overall rating, competitive pricing, and an excellent location near nearby schools and local conveniences. Notable features like snow removal, gas heat, and on-street parking add everyday practicality, making it a well-rounded option for renters.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500 sqft | $1,107 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to 291 Spruce Street, Unit 3 in Manchester, CT! This bright and inviting 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers a spacious bedroom with ample closet space, a full bathroom with a large bathtub, and plenty of natural light throughout. The kitchen opens to a generous living and dining area, providing a comfortable and versatile layout. Conveniently located with a shared main entrance and additional fire escape access, this charming unit is ready to be your next home. Schedule your tour today! Resident Benefits Package Fee of $32 included in the listed rent for one tenant per unit. Additional lease holders are $7 each. Application fee of $49 required for all applicants over 18 years of age. 1st month's rent and security deposit to move-in or chose the monthly security deposit waiver option. Household gross monthly income should be at least 3x the rental rate. Owner looks for a minimum credit score of 600. A monthly Risk Mitigation Fee will be charged to residents with a credit score below 700. Residents with a credit score of 700 or higher will not be charged this fee. This fee is not included in the listed rent. Professionally Managed by Ironclad Property Management. Broker: Ironclad Real Estate. -Parking: on street -Heat: Gas, tenant pays -Electricity: Tenant pays -Trash Removal-Owner pays -Snow Removal-Owner Pays -Ground Maintenance- Owner pays -Water-owner pays -Pets: Per owner’s discretion. Fee applies. -Washer/Dryer: None |
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Amenities for 291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
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About 291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod
Welcome to 291 Spruce Street, Unit 3 in Manchester, CT! This bright and inviting 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers a spacious bedroom with ample closet space, a full bathroom with a large bathtub, and plenty of natural light throughout. The kitchen opens to a generous living and dining area, providing a comfortable and versatile layout. Conveniently located with a shared main entrance and additional fire escape access, this charming unit is ready to be your next home. Schedule your tour today! Resident Benefits Package Fee of $32 included in the listed rent for one tenant per unit. Additional lease holders are $7 each. Application fee of $49 required for all applicants over 18 years of age. 1st month's rent and security deposit to move-in or chose the monthly security deposit waiver option. Household gross monthly income should be at least 3x the rental rate. Owner looks for a minimum credit score of 600. A monthly Risk Mitigation Fee will be charged to residents with a credit score below 700. Residents with a credit score of 700 or higher will not be charged this fee. This fee is not included in the listed rent. Professionally Managed by Ironclad Property Management. Broker: Ironclad Real Estate. -Parking: on street -Heat: Gas, tenant pays -Electricity: Tenant pays -Trash Removal-Owner pays -Snow Removal-Owner Pays -Ground Maintenance- Owner pays -Water-owner pays -Pets: Per owner’s discretion. Fee applies. -Washer/Dryer: None
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.
7.8
/10
Very Good291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod is a great option for renters looking for apartments in East Side. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, 291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod 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.
291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod 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 291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod 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 291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in East Side
1-bedroom apartments at 291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Side.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
East Side
Manchester
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,786 |
| September 2024 | $1,794 |
| October 2024 | $1,662 |
| November 2024 | $1,706 |
| December 2024 | $1,771 |
| January 2025 | $1,665 |
| February 2025 | $1,630 |
| March 2025 | $1,690 |
| April 2025 | $1,722 |
| May 2025 | $1,747 |
| June 2025 | $1,641 |
| July 2025 | $1,578 |
| August 2025 | $1,516 |
| September 2025 | $1,541 |
| October 2025 | $1,539 |
| November 2025 | $1,534 |
| December 2025 | $1,509 |
| January 2026 | $1,582 |
| February 2026 | $1,591 |
| March 2026 | $1,528 |
| April 2026 | $1,512 |
| May 2026 | $1,581 |
| June 2026 | $1,615 |
| July 2026 | $1,602 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | $1,300 |
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Can I afford to live at 291 Spruce St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,280 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,107.
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Schools near 291 Spruce St. - Blue Pod
Martin Elementary School
140 dartmouth rd
manchester, CT, 6040
PK, K-4Public
B-
LINKS Academy at Eastbury
1389 neipsic rd
glastonbury, CT, 6033
1-12Public
Glastonbury Public Schools - Integrated Preschool
1389 neipsic rd
glastonbury, CT, 6033
PKPublic
Early Childhood Learning Center at Hockanum School
191 main st
east hartford, CT, 6118
PKPublic
Andover Elementary School
35 school rd
andover, CT, 6232
PK, K-6Public
B
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Getting around Manchester near 291 Spruce St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 291 Spruce St, Manchester
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
4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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