Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT from $500 (275 Rentals)

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Sage Allen Apartments
$845 - $3,248
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$845 - $3,248

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Sage Allen Apartments

21 Temple StHartford, CT 06103
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Garden Hill Apartments
$950 - $1,750
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$950 - $1,750

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$950 - $1,750
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Garden Hill Apartments

195 Sigourney StHartford, CT 06105
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360 Main
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$1,100 - $2,490
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$1,100 - $2,490

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360 Main

360 Main StHartford, CT 06106
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property at 9 Rockville St

9 Rockville St

HartfordCT06112

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Capitol Lofts
$1,200 - $1,900
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$1,200 - $1,900

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Capitol Lofts

390 Capitol AveHartford, CT 06106
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The Millennium
$1,220 - $2,325
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$1,220 - $2,325

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$1,220 - $2,325
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The Millennium

50 Morgan StHartford, CT 06120
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Spectra Pearl 101
$1,232 - $3,178
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$1,202 - $3,148
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$1,232 - $3,178
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Spectra Pearl 101

101-111 Pearl StHartford, CT 06103
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Park View Towers
$1,250 - $1,450
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$1,250 - $1,450

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$1,250 - $1,450
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Park View Towers

967 Asylum AveHartford, CT 06105
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property at 356 Franklin Ave

356 Franklin Ave

HartfordCT06114
property at 30 Dorothy St

30 Dorothy St

HartfordCT06106
property at 410 Prospect Ave

410 Prospect Ave

HartfordCT06119
property at 140 Russ St

140 Russ St

HartfordCT06106

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27 Congress St

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179 Allyn
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$1,300 - $1,500
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$1,300 - $1,500

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$1,300 - $1,500
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179 Allyn

179 Allyn StHartford, CT 06103
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property at 183 Barker St

183 Barker St

HartfordCT06114

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hartford, CT

Pricing Updated: 11/07/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hartford, CT area range in price from $639 to $5,526 with an overall median price of $2,755. The three Hartford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Suffield at $1,450, Behind the Rocks at $1,150, and Bristol Plainville at $795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hartford Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Suffield$1,632$1,45010
Behind the Rocks$1,700$1,15012
Bristol Plainville$1,800$79573
Frog Hollow$1,800$1,15026
Northwest New London Colchester$1,835$71021
West End$1,875$90535
Outer East Hartford Manchester$1,900$88572
Sheldon Charter Oak$1,900$99028
Ponsett Ridge$2,000$1,10019
South End Hartford$2,000$1,15026

Cheapest Available Hartford Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hartford, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at 26-30 Sherman St in the West End Hartford neighborhood priced from $825. Sage Allen Apartments in the North Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hartford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
26-30 Sherman StF1BR,1BA$825
Sage Allen ApartmentsTH-Room1BR,1BA$845
The BentleyVintage StudioStudio,1BA$885
Stuart ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
603 Farmington AveStudioStudio,1BA$905
Garden Hill ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
352 Laurel St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
184 Sigourney StStudioStudio,1BA$975
22 Evergreen Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $1.18 price per square foot 74-76 Deerfield Ave Model at 74-76 Deerfield Ave, Unit Unit 2 in the in the West End Hartford neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the 2 bedroom 2bath Model at Colt Gateway starting at $1,975 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the North Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hartford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
74-76 Deerfield Ave, Unit Unit 274-76 Deerfield Ave4BR,2BA$1.18
Colt Gateway2 bedroom 2bath2BR,2BA$0.90
2327 Main St, Unit 3rd2327 Main St3BR,1BA$1.13
275 Garden St, Unit 4 bd - 1 ba 3rd floor275 Garden St4BR,1BA$1.20
78 Governor St, Unit 2 bedroom78 Governor St2BR,1BA$1.14
35 Sisson Ave, Unit 135 Sisson Ave1BR,1BA$1.09
1196 Middle Tpke W, Unit C-11196 Middle Tpke W1BR,1BA$1.40
35 Deerfield Ct, Unit 3035 Deerfield Ct2BR,1BA$1.40
127 Smalley St, Unit 2127 Smalley St2BR,1BA$1.38
352 Laurel St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.19

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Hartford Overview

Hartford is the capital of Connecticut, but it is also known as the Insurance Capital of the World due to a large number of insurance companies headquartered here. Located in the center of the state, it is a commuter city with the majority of residents living in one of the many surrounding suburban neighborhoods. Steeped in early American history and surrounded by beautiful parks, high-end shopping, and an abundance of entertainment options, Hartford has everything you need. Whether you are looking for Hartford apartments in the newly revitalized downtown area that is bustling with young professionals and the sounds of jazz music playing in Bushnell Park, or prefer an abundance of outdoor activities in the golf course community of the North End, Hartford has it all.

Why live in Hartford, CT?

“Hartford Has It” is the city’s motto, and it is appropriate because Hartford does seem to have it all. Whether you are looking for fun, music, food, or style, you can find all of those things in the newly revitalized downtown area. The people of Hartford are making a concerted effort to grow the city into a business and cultural destination. With some of the largest insurance, research, medical, and education companies headquartered in Hartford, job opportunities continue to grow. While there are many neighborhoods surrounding the city, downtown is attracting a new generation of professionals and families.

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Getting Around Hartford, CT

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 $975.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hartford?

The cheapest apartment in Hartford is 26-30 Sherman St which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Hartford costs $2,755.

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 794 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 $466 which is $2,289 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hartford.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.