The Edge
303 Dunbar St,
Manchester, NH 03103
$2,100 - $3,100
1-3 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Bedford, NH
What is the average rent in Bedford, NH?
$2,256/month
Average Rent
662 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+6.4%
Increase in the Last Year
As of January 2026, the average rent in Bedford, NH is $2,256 per month. This is 39% higher than the national average rent price of $1,624/month, making Bedford one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Bedford, you can expect to pay about $2,250 per month for a studio, $2,256 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,544 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,698 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Bedford, NH?
In the past year, rent has increased by 6.4%, which averages out to $145 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Bedford, NH
Last Updated January 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
12%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
12%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
75%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bedford?
Based on current rent prices, River Corridor is the most affordable neighborhood in Bedford.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bedford?
Based on current rent prices, River Corridor is the most expensive neighborhood in Bedford.
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Which Bedford neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Bedford with the most apartments available is River Corridor .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bedford, NH?
Because the average rent in Bedford is $2,256, you’ll want to make about $7,520 per month or $90,240 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Bedford, NH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Bedford, NH to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$2,250/month
$2,250/month
One Bedroom
$2,339/month
$2,339/month
Two Bedroom
$2,822/month
$2,822/month
Three Bedroom
$3,197/month
$3,197/month
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Methodology
† 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.