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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 | $3,235 | $2,250 | $6,000 |
Manchester by the Sea 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,087 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Manchester by the Sea 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,312 | $4,000 | $9,500 |
Manchester by the Sea 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,125 | $4,250 | $10,000+ |
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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. Bayside Apartments in the Plum Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. 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 |
Bayside Apartments | 1 bedroom Galley | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Beverly Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,032 |
The Heights At Cape Ann | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Princeton Crossing | One BR Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manchester by the Sea, MA and Nearby
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manchester by the Sea area is the $2.30 price per square foot B1 Model at Eagle Rock Apartments at Swampscott in the in the South Salem neighborhood starting from $2,995. 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 | $2.30 |
Vavel Apartments | A3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
Maple Square Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
Hawthorne Commons | The Salem Common | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
River Properties | 312 RIver Rock Residences | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Station 101 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
Folly Hill Meadows | Renovated 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
295 Magnolia Ave, Unit Rain Gaudreau | 295 Magnolia Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Bayside Apartments | 1 bedroom Galley | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
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 $10,398. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manchester by the Sea ranging from $1,800 to $40,000.
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 $1,800 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,843.
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