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Newest Homes for Rent in Canaan, NH

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    $3,800 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,460 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    379 US Route 4, Canaan, NH 03741

    Sited on 149 Acres - Recently Refurbished Post & Beam Cape W/Attached 2 Car Garage. Fully Applianced Country Kitchen With Easy Close Cabinets, Granite Counter Tops & Center Island. Laundry Room. Bathroom Vanities Have Granite Tops. Entrance To Deck From Dining Room. Period Features Include Post & Beam, Refurbished Thumb Latch Doors & Kitchen Brick Work. Available To NON SMOKERS WITHOUT PETS. 3

    Leafie 'Casey' Cantlin Vanessa Stone Real Estate

    379 US Route 4, Canaan, NH 03741
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    $2,900 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,950 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    526 Canaan St Unit 2, Canaan, NH 03741

    Located on Canaan Street within walking distance to the beach or Cardigan Mountain School. This recently renovated home is available for it's new tenant. Having two finishing floors of living space and 4 plus bedrooms with 2 full baths. All new kitchen and appliances. The second floor has the living area, a newly renovated bath with double sinks and 3 bedrooms, up on the 3rd floor is additional

    Vanessa Stone Vanessa Stone Real Estate

    526 Canaan St Unit 2, Canaan, NH 03741

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Canaan, NH?
The median rent for a home in Canaan, NH is $2,900 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of May 2026, condos tend to be the most affordable option while single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Canaan, NH?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Canaan, NH, a household needs to earn roughly $116,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $2,900 per month in Canaan, NH, renters typically need to show $8,700 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Canaan, NH?
In Canaan, NH, the price-to-rent ratio is 11.2, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Home Trends in Canaan, NH

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
2
Median Rent
$2,900
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,950
Median Condo Rent
$1,750
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