
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT from $400 (270 Rentals)
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3 Kenyon Ct

610 Farmington Ave

352 Laurel St

76 Main St

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Garden Hill Apartments

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251 Fairfield Ave, Unit 2nd Fl

Studios @ 270

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Executive House Apartments

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22 Evergreen Ave
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75-77 Oxford St

Sylvia Apartments

12-16 Groton St

Juniper House Senior Living

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Hollander

655 Garden St

96-98 Martin St

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Stuart Apartments

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600A LLC

252 Sisson Ave
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173 Ashley St, Unit 309

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29 39 Charter Oak LLC

57 Magnolia St

7 May St, Unit 304

20 May St, Unit 308

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70 Julius St, Unit 72 Julius

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22 ELLIOTT ST

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Clemens Place Apartments

Webster Street

Brick Hollow
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Sana Apartments

114 Ashley St, Unit 4E

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Woodland Village Townhouses

54 Oxford Street

784 Capitol Ave, Unit C3

66 Standish St

27 Huntington St, Unit AA1

69 Ward Pl, Unit C03

30 Gillett St, Unit 1A

887 Asylum Ave, Unit C13
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44 Barnard St

825-829 Park St

11-13 Arnold St

2020 Park

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Capitol Lofts

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The Millennium

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HQ

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31 Allen Pl, Unit 2

194 Washington St, Unit 324

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9 Dorothy St, Unit B1
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hartford Studio Apartments | $1,591 | $835 | $3,002 |
| Cheap Hartford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $950 | $3,825 |
| Cheap Hartford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $500 | $5,185 |
| Cheap Hartford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,468 | $1,250 | $6,045 |
| Cheap Hartford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,085 | $4,502 |
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Hartford, CT Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hartford, CT
Pricing Updated: 08/16/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hartford, CT area range in price from $500 to $6,045 with an overall median price of $1,917. The three Hartford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mansfield Tolland Willington at $1,545, Behind the Rocks at $1,547, and Barry Square at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hartford Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield Tolland Willington | $1,545 | $737 | 43 |
| Behind the Rocks | $1,547 | $960 | 19 |
| Barry Square | $1,550 | $885 | 37 |
| Asylum Hill | $1,595 | $500 | 110 |
| Northwest New London Colchester | $1,600 | $650 | 26 |
| Frog Hollow South | $1,600 | $885 | 123 |
| Southwest Hartford | $1,600 | $885 | 24 |
| West End Hartford | $1,600 | $835 | 139 |
| Outer East Hartford Manchester | $1,611 | $885 | 54 |
| West End | $1,625 | $835 | 58 |
Cheapest Available Hartford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hartford, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at The Hub on Park in the West End Hartford neighborhood priced from $424. S0002 - 101 Maple in the Downtown Hartford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hartford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub on Park | The Columbia | 2BR,1BA | $424 |
| S0002 - 101 Maple | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $800 |
| 610 Farmington Ave | Model A Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| The Bentley | 27 Chapman Street #28 | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| 44-50 Church St | 490 Tolland St Studios | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 352 Laurel St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 76 Main St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Tolland Street Apartments | 490 Tolland Street A-4 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Studios @ 270 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| 42 School Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT
As of August 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $0.92 price per square foot 118 Warrenton Ave Model at 118 Warrenton Ave, Unit 2 in the in the West End Hartford neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the 39 W Raymond St Model at 39 W Raymond St, Unit 37 West Raymond Street starting at $2,350 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the West End Hartford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hartford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 118 Warrenton Ave, Unit 2 | 118 Warrenton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 39 W Raymond St, Unit 37 West Raymond Street | 39 W Raymond St | 4BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 94 Russ St, Unit 2 | 94 Russ St | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 370 Prospect Ave, Unit 370 prospect Ave Hartford | 370 Prospect Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 380 Main St, Unit 380 main st Hartford downtown | 380 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 37 Sumner St, Unit Sumner st Hartford ct | 37 Sumner St | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 77 Rowe Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 77 Rowe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Hub on Park | The Columbia | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.40 |
| 96-98 Martin St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| 352 Laurel St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,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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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 $990.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hartford?
The cheapest apartment in Hartford is 352 Laurel St which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Hartford costs $1,917.
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 505 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 $427 which is $1,490 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hartford.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.