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Rental Market Trends in Manchester, CT

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Manchester, CT is $1,717/month.

Rent in Manchester is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.

$1,717/month

Average Rent

799 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.4%

Change / Year

468

Available Apartments

Manchester rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Manchester average $1,344 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Manchester average $1,717 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Manchester average $2,122 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Manchester average $2,413 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,344/month
531 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,717/month
799 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,122/month
1,072 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,413/month
1,142 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,675/month
1,418 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,470/month
2,012 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,550/month
757 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,163/month
1,134 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,098/month
1,033 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Manchester, CT?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.4%, which averages out to $8 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Manchester, CT

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Manchester, CT
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
2% $700 - $1,000/month
23% $1,001 - $1,500/month
45% $1,501 - $2,000/month
30% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Manchester?

Based on current rent prices, Verplanck, West Side and Robertson are the most affordable neighborhoods in Manchester.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Verplanck
$1,456/month
716 Sq Ft
West Side
$1,680/month
1,177 Sq Ft
Robertson
$1,930/month
814 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Manchester?

Based on current rent prices, Robertson, West Side and Verplanck are the most expensive neighborhoods in Manchester.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Robertson
$1,930/month
814 Sq Ft
West Side
$1,680/month
1,177 Sq Ft
Verplanck
$1,456/month
716 Sq Ft

Which Manchester neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Manchester with the most apartments available are Robertson, West Side and Verplanck .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Robertson
$1,930/month
814 Sq Ft
West Side
$1,680/month
1,177 Sq Ft
Verplanck
$1,456/month
716 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Manchester, CT?

Because the average rent in Manchester is $1,717, you’ll want to make about $5,723 per month or $68,676 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.

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Manchester, CT

468 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Manchester, CT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Manchester, CT 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

Verplanck

Manchester, CT

Robertson

Manchester, CT

Studio
-
$1,854/month
One Bedroom
$1,226/month
$1,854/month
Two Bedroom
$1,700/month
$2,272/month
Three Bedroom
-
$2,768/month
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Apartment Communities in Manchester We Think You'll Love

The Pavilions

The Pavilions

345 Buckland Hills Dr,
Manchester, CT 06042

1-3 Beds | $1,749 - $2,919

Tempo Evergreen Walk

Tempo Evergreen Walk

50 Andrews Wy,
South Windsor, CT 06074

1-2 Beds | $2,106 - $3,075

Trail Run Apartments

Trail Run Apartments

2 Trail Run,
Vernon, CT 06066

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,880 - $2,815

Damato Apartments

Damato Apartments

240 New State Rd,
Manchester, CT 06042

1-2 Beds | $1,772 - $2,322

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Manchester?

The average rent in Manchester is $1,717 per month, which is 3.3% higher than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Manchester?

The average rent for a house in Manchester, CT is $2,675 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Manchester?

The average rent for a townhome in Manchester, CT is $2,098 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Manchester?

The average rent for a condo in Manchester, CT is $1,550 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Manchester?

Rents in Manchester, CT are increasing, with prices up 0.4% year-over-year and $8 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Manchester?

In Manchester, CT, 45% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Connecticut Manchester 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 June 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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