Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 3, 2026
Average rent in
Manchester, NH
Average rent in
Last updated on November 3, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Manchester, NH rent slipped 3.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,900/month. Renters today are paying $65 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Manchester, NH sits roughly equal to the $1,900/month national median, offering a market that aligns closely with the national rent level. The city has 292 total rentals, a smaller inventory compared to larger metros.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Manchester run around $1,475/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,623/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,925/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,300/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,650/month. Apartments make up nearly 80% of total rentals, while houses rent for a median of $2,825/month, providing distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Manchester, NH, River Corridor rents fell 30.9% year over year to $1,798/month across 16 rentals. This local cooldown contrasts with the citywide decline of 3.3%, showing a concentrated shift in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Manchester
$1,900/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Manchester is $1,900 per month as of October 2026. This is about the same as the national average rent.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Manchester
292
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Manchester rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Manchester, NH
Average rent prices in Manchester have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Manchester, NH
Rent prices in Manchester vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Manchester is $1,900, whereas a house costs $2,825. 1-bedroom apartments in Manchester run $1,600 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,900.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,475 | 6% | 4% | |
1 bedroom | $1,623 | 2% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,925 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $2,300 | 2% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,650 |  2% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Corey Square | $1,600 | |
Downtown Manchester | $1,999 | |
Hallsville | $1,800 | |
Kalivas Union | $1,695 | |
North End | $1,997 | |
Notre Dame | $2,000 | |
Piscataquog | $1,700 | |
Rimmon Heights | $1,895 | |
Straw Smyth | $1,900 | |
Wellington | $2,200 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,900 | 2% | 4% | |
Condos | $1,885 | 3% | 2% | |
Houses | $2,825 | 1% | 19% | |
Rooms | $1,256 | 8% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,475
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,623
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,925
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,650
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Downtown Manchester
Average rent
$1,999
Kalivas Union
Average rent
$1,695
Straw Smyth
Average rent
$1,900
Notre Dame
Average rent
$2,000
Rimmon Heights
Average rent
$1,895
Corey Square
Average rent
$1,600
Wellington
Average rent
$2,200
North End
Average rent
$1,997
Piscataquog
Average rent
$1,700
Hallsville
Average rent
$1,800
Apartments
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,885
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
Houses
Average rent
$2,825
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
19%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,256
Last 30 days
8%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Manchester, NH, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Manchester, NH compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Manchester and Concord by all bedroom counts and property types.
Manchester
Equal to the the national median
5%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Manchester, NH is 5% lower than the median rent in Concord, NH.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,000
$1,899
4%$2,285
13%$2,200
5%$2,100
25%$1,965
13%$2,400
9%$2,465
1%$2,325
13%$2,205
4%$2,950
4%$2,400
20%Cost of living in Manchester, NH
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 10% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 6% higher |
| Housing | 16% higher |
| Transportation | 3% higher |
| Utilities | 15% higher |
Discover rentals in Manchester, NH
1d ago
455 Pine St, Manchester, NH 03104
Studio
1 bath
$210
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
265 Central St, Manchester, NH 03103
Studio
1 bath
$210
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Bakersville apartment for rent in Manchester
34 Cheney Pl #3F, Manchester, NH 03101
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
126 Harrison St, Manchester, NH 03104
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
North End house for rent in Manchester
1189 Union St, Manchester, NH 03104
4 beds
1.5 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Wellington apartment for rent in Manchester
4 beds
4 baths
$5,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Notre Dame house for rent in Manchester
222 Blucher St #NA, Manchester, NH 03102
3 beds
3 baths
$4,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
Lower South Willow house for rent in Manchester
80 Rosegate Farm Dr, Manchester, NH 03109
3 beds
3 baths
$3,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 24
21h ago
Verified
44 Croteau Ct, Manchester, NH 03104
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,597–$1,842
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
38 Hawthorne Dr, Manchester, NH 03110
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,333–$2,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
1230 Elm St, Manchester, NH 03101
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,925–$2,685
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
459 Kennard Rd, Manchester, NH 03104
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,795–$3,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
1230 Elm St, Manchester, NH 03101
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,925–$2,685
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
459 Kennard Rd, Manchester, NH 03104
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,795–$3,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
195 Mcgregor St, Manchester, NH 03102
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,670–$4,225
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
670 N Commercial St, Manchester, NH 03101
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,165–$2,870
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
38 Hawthorne Dr, Manchester, NH 03110
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,333–$2,995
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
1230 Elm St, Manchester, NH 03101
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,925–$2,685
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
459 Kennard Rd, Manchester, NH 03104
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,795–$3,100
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
195 Mcgregor St, Manchester, NH 03102
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,670–$4,225
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Manchester, NH
Quick answers to common questions about the Manchester rental market.
How much is rent in Manchester?
The average rent in Manchester is $1,900 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Manchester?
Average rent prices in Manchester have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does Manchester rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Manchester is roughly the same as the national average.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Manchester?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Manchester are Corey Square ($1,600/mo), Kalivas Union ($1,695/mo), and Piscataquog ($1,700/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Manchester?
To comfortably afford rent in Manchester, you'd need to earn approximately $76,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Manchester?
December offers the best rental deals in Manchester, with prices running about 3.7% lower than peak April rates and less competition from other renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).