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Manchester, NH Local Guide

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Manchester Overview

Manchester is the biggest city of New Hampshire. It has plenty of great entertainment and dining options. It is great for skiing during the winter and whale-watching and swimming during the summer. The city has up to 900 acres of parks, public beaches and swimming pools. It is also really good for business.

What is the history of Manchester?

The city was formerly called Derryfield and it was first named Manchester in 1807. The goal was to make it industrialized just like Manchester in England. It was originally occupied by Native Americans. The city grew over the years and by 1830, it was filled with mills. In 1831, the city established its first post office. In 1841, the city held its first town meeting and built a town house. In 1998, ?Money Magazine? named Manchester the top small city in the East.

How is the weather in Manchester?

The city experiences very cold, long winters with snow and warm, humid summers. Spring and fall are generally warm and partially cloudy. Rain is spread through the year but March is the rainiest month. The average number of sunny days in a year is 195 while the average for rainy days is 80.

How do I get around town?

The best and most convenient way to get around Manchester NH is on foot. The city center is filled with some of the most interesting activities in the city. They also have buses and trams with different lines. They make stops close to most of the city?s attraction sites. Taxis are also a good option though they cost much more than public transport. If you want to get around Manchester NH, with your car, you need to be ready for traffic and parking problems since it is a big city.

What is the Manchester commute like?

The city is in the middle of the region?s state and interstate highway system. Interstate 93 and F.E Everett Turnpike highways link the metropolitan area to Concord, Nashua, Boston and the White Mountains. Other highways in the city are NH 101, state routes 28, 28A and 3A. The traffic can be bad but bearable on Saturday afternoons. However, it is usually normal on most days.

What are the local media outlets?

There are many FM radio stations in the city including, WGIR-FM, WDER FM, Hot Hits, WMLL and WZID. Popular television stations are, WYCN-CD, WMUR, WNEV and WPXG. Newspapers and magazines in the city include, Hudson News, Manchester Magazine, Concord Monitor, New Hampshire Union Leader, The Hippo, New Hampshire Business Review and The New Hampshire.

Why live in Manchester, NH?

Living in this city is a constant adventure. It is big, diverse and full of activity. It has plenty of unique and creative eating and drinking venues, malls, stores, movie shops, libraries, hospitals, gyms and many housing options. The arts and culture is great and constantly growing. The city has plenty of museums and theatres to visit. It has plenty of good schools and colleges that perform well nationally. The nightlife is really good and there are plenty of outdoor festivities. It is a great city to do business because of the big and diverse population. It also has plenty of job opportunities for both hi-tech and average workers.

What Manchester landmarks should I see?

The city is home to a number of beautiful and historic landmarks. They include, Manchester City Hall, New Hampshire Holocaust Memorial, Concord Civic District, Zimmerman House, Norris Cotton Federal Building, Northeast Dental Stadium and SNHU Arena.

What is there to do around Manchester?

There are a lot of fun activities you can do in Manchester. You can visit some of the top resorts for snowboarding and skiing, you can spend time in the hundreds of parks available, visit the Currier Art Museum which showcases popular works of Picasso and Monet, and visit the Massabesic Lake or the British Beer Company.

Any annual festivals or Manchester events to know?

Annual festivals and fairs include, Annual chowderfest and brews, Newport brewfest, Jewish food festival, Mahrajan festival, Laconia motorcycle week, fire on the mountain chili fest and passport craft beer and food tour.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

Hanover, Salem, Concord, Portsmouth and Nashua are all beautiful cities near Manchester. They have good historic, outdoor and cultural activities suitable for a personal or family vacation. Manchester also has plenty of fun activities and affordable accommodation.

Where is the best place to move in Manchester?

There are about 30 neighborhoods in Manchester. Most of them are ethnically diverse with a lot of good schools and social amenities. The most popular ones are, Massabesic, Richmond Vista, Auburn St/ Maple St, Goffstown Rd/ Front St and South of Webster Street.

Manchester, NH
Population: 112,525

Ranked #260

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Manchester, NH

Ranked #3

Among cities in New Hampshire for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Manchester, NH

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Manchester

How much are Studio apartments in Manchester?

There are currently 48 Studio Apartments in Manchester with rent ranges from $1,250 to $2,200 with an average price of $1,762.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Manchester Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Manchester ranges from $895 to $3,295 with an average monthly rent of $2,005.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Manchester cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Manchester range from $1,275 to $4,685. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,432.

How expensive are Manchester Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 92 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Manchester on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,575 to $3,560 - averaging $2,797 for the location.

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