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Manchester by the Sea, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Manchester by the Sea?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Manchester by the Sea 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,174 | $2,300 | $4,500 |
Manchester by the Sea 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,265 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Manchester by the Sea 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,665 | $4,200 | $9,500 |
Manchester by the Sea 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Manchester by the Sea Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Manchester by the Sea, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Shops and Lofts at Market Street in the Plum Island neighborhood priced from $1,850. Grove Street Landing in the South Salem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,920. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Manchester by the Sea apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Grove Street Landing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,920 |
Bayside Apartments | 1 bedroom Galley | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester by the Sea, MA and Nearby
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manchester by the Sea area is the $2.64 price per square foot B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $3,436. The second greatest value Manchester by the Sea apartment is the A3 Model at Vavel Apartments starting at $3,600 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the East Lynn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manchester by the Sea apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
Vavel Apartments | A3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
Essex Apartment Homes | Sylvan | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Maple Square Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
River Properties | 314 River Rock | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
Station 101 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
Burnham Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
12 Hesperus Cir, Unit Oceanfront Apt | 12 Hesperus Cir | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Folly Hill Meadows | 1Bd 1Bt (870 sq ft) | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
Shops and Lofts at Market Street | 11 Topsfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Manchester by the Sea
What type of rentals are currently available in Manchester by the Sea?
There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Manchester by the Sea, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $9,825. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manchester by the Sea ranging from $2,300 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Manchester by the Sea?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manchester by the Sea ranges from $2,300 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,245.
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