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Manchester, CT

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An ideal community for nature lovers on the edge of Hartford.

Active Outdoors Nature

It’s a dream for anyone who appreciates a quiet home life that’s not too far from the city. Just 15 minutes away from Downtown Hartford, Manchester offers residents easy access to I-84, I-384, and I-291. This town is ideal for folks who want to spend a lot of time outdoors. Nature lovers can enjoy stunning views and excellent trail hiking at Case Mountain, as well as the gardens and aviary at Wickham Park. Manchester is also home of the famous Manchester Road Race, one of New England’s most popular events for runners. Residents also have access to many miles of bicycle routes, both on-road and off-road. For college football fans, the UConn Huskies’ home stadium is right next door in East Hartford.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Manchester, CT is $1,384 for a studio, $1,670 for one bedroom, $1,956 for two bedrooms, and $2,407 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Manchester has increased by 6.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,670/month
820 Sq Ft
House
$2,734/month
450 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,934/month
190 Sq Ft
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Transportation

57

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

41

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Buckley School

Public

Grades K-4

288 Students

6
out of 10

Highland Park School

Public

Grades K-4

318 Students

5
out of 10

Waddell School

Public

Grades K-4

461 Students

4
out of 10

Keeney School

Public

Grades PK-4

327 Students

4
out of 10

Bowers School

Public

Grades K-4

323 Students

4
out of 10

Illing Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

846 Students

2
out of 10

Manchester High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,673 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Lutz Children's Museum
  • Wickham Park
  • Major Michael Donnelly Land Preserve
  • Belding Wildlife Management Area
  • Gay City State Park

Airports

  • Bradley International

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