
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT from $1,163 (80 Rentals)


149-151-151 Adelaide St

Webster Street

Sana Apartments

114 Ashley St, Unit 4E

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76 Webster

825-829 Park St

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22 Evergreen Ave

114 Ashley St, Unit 2W

76 Main St
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Woodland Village Townhouses

Brick Hollow

445 Albany Ave

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Stuart Apartments

Summit Park

Ribbon Row

12-16 Groton St

North End Gateway

49-51-51 Kibbe St

54-64 Martin St
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Westland Place

Bedford Gardens

Blue Norfolk LLC

Garden Hill Apartments

296 Hudson St

1678-1680 Broad St

Sheldon Oak II Coop

Martin Luther King Apartments

Garden Hill Apartments

SBM Collins LLC 166
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26-30 Sherman St

Grafton Place

The Hartford Communities III - Lower Garden

286 Farmington Ave

4-40 Vine St

Premium Apartments

166 Bond St

SBM 425 LLC

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West End Apartments
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Broad Street Twins

SBM Evergreen LLC 15-17

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Regency Place Apartments

183 Wethersfield Ave

Sisson Flats

Woodland Apartments
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Hartford, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hartford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Studio Apartments | $1,558 | $885 | $2,317 |
| Hartford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $800 | $3,800 |
| Hartford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,534 | $1,163 | $5,400 |
| Hartford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,502 | $1,250 | $6,045 |
| Hartford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $850 | $4,156 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hartford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hartford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hartford is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hartford?
The cheapest apartment in Hartford is The Hub on Park which is listed at $424, while the average apartment in Hartford costs $2,505.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hartford?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 624 regular apartments in Hartford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hartford?
Cheap apartments in Hartford have an average cost of $384 which is $2,121 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hartford.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Where to Rent Cheap in Hartford: 10 Affordable Neighborhoods for New Transplants
Written by: Dorian Smith-Garcia
Connecticut is a popular choice, especially for people like me thinking of relocating from the New York City metro.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.