The Pavilions
345 Buckland Hills Dr,
Manchester, CT 06042
$1,579 - $2,579 Plus Fees
1-3 Beds
Manchester
Manchester, CT
Area Guide
An ideal community for nature lovers on the edge of Hartford.
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Welcome to Manchester, Connecticut, where historic charm meets contemporary living. Originally known as "Silk City" for its textile heritage, Manchester offers an array of rental options, from converted mill apartments to modern communities. The rental market remains steady, with current average rents ranging from $1,377 for studios to $2,392 for three-bedroom homes, showing modest year-over-year increases across most unit types. The Cheney Brothers Historic District features distinctive loft-style apartments in restored mill buildings, while downtown Manchester provides both classic and new housing options steps from local shops and dining.
Manchester's outdoor spaces include the 53-acre Oak Grove Nature Center and Case Mountain Recreational Area, where trails lead to panoramic views of the Hartford skyline. The community celebrates its heritage through the Lutz Children's Museum, Fire Museum, and performances at the historic Cheney Hall. Manchester Community College enhances the area's educational landscape, while the Manchester Road Race, New England's second-largest running event, brings the community together each Thanksgiving. Charter Oak Park offers recreational facilities including basketball courts, soccer fields, and a musical playground. The Shoppes at Buckland Hills serves as a primary retail destination, while Shady Glen, a James Beard Foundation "American Classic" award recipient, remains a beloved local landmark.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Manchester, CT is $1,361 for a studio, $1,661 for one bedroom, $2,017 for two bedrooms, and $2,369 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Manchester has increased by 1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,661/month
808 Sq Ft
House
$2,920/month
1,666 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,861/month
954 Sq Ft
Transportation
58
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
41
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-4
288 Students
Public
Grades K-4
318 Students
Public
Grades PK-4
327 Students
Public
Grades K-4
323 Students
Public
Grades PK-4
250 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
846 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,673 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lutz Children's Museum
- Wickham Park
- Major Michael Donnelly Land Preserve
- Belding Wildlife Management Area
- Gay City State Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Bradley International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.