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Rental Market Trends in Exeter, NH

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Exeter, NH is $1,632/month.

Rent in Exeter is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,632/month

Average Rent

819 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1%

Change / Year

17

Available Apartments

Exeter rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Exeter average $1,578 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Exeter average $1,632 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Exeter average $2,375 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Exeter average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,578/month
1,091 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,632/month
819 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,375/month
1,307 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,292/month
1,113 Sq Ft
View Exeter Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Exeter, NH?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $17 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Exeter, NH

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Exeter, NH
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
17% $1,501 - $2,000/month
50% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Exeter, NH?

Because the average rent in Exeter is $1,632, you’ll want to make about $5,440 per month or $65,280 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.

City

Exeter, NH

17 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Exeter, NH compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Exeter, 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.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Newmarket

    Newmarket

    Avg Rent: $1,639/month

  • North Hampton

    North Hampton

    Avg Rent: $1,368/month

Apartment Communities in Exeter We Think You'll Love

Residences at Colcord Pond

Residences at Colcord Pond

41-44 McKay Dr,
Exeter, NH 03833

1 Bed | $2,225

55 Water St

55 Water St

55 Water St,
Exeter, NH 03833

2 Beds | $4,300

163R Water St

163R Water St

163R Water St,
Exeter, NH 03833

2 Beds | $3,900

43 Main St

43 Main St

43 Main St,
Exeter, NH 03833

2 Beds | $2,700

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Exeter?

The average rent in Exeter is $1,632 per month, which is 1.9% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Exeter?

Rents in Exeter, NH are increasing, with prices up 1.0% year-over-year and $17 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Exeter?

In Exeter, NH, 50% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Hampshire Exeter Rental Trends

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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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