Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Hartford Neighborhood of Hartford, CT from $600 (45 Rentals)

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Sage Allen Apartments
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$845 - $3,700
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$845 - $3,700

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$845 - $3,700
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Sage Allen Apartments

21 Temple StHartford, CT 06103
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Hollander
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$1,049 - $1,625
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hollander

410 Asylum StHartford, CT 06103
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property at 42 Alden St

$1,199

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$1,199

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$1,199

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42 Alden St

HartfordCT06114
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The Millennium
$1,220 - $2,225
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$1,220 - $2,225

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$1,220 - $2,225
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Millennium

50 Morgan StHartford, CT 06120
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property at 51 Russ St

$1,275 - $1,850

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$1,275

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$1,275

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51 Russ St

HartfordCT06106
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99 Pratt Street
$1,321 - $1,997
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$1,306 - $1,982
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$15

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$1,321 - $1,997
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99 Pratt Street

99 Pratt StHartford, CT 06103
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Park and Main
$1,324 - $3,254
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$1,250 - $3,180
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$74

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$1,324 - $3,254
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Park and Main

99 Main StHartford, CT 06106
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Colt Gateway
$1,325 - $3,400
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$1,325 - $3,400

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$1,325 - $3,400
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Colt Gateway

15 Van Dyke AveHartford, CT 06106
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179 Allyn
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$1,350 - $1,500
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$1,350 - $1,500

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$1,350 - $1,500
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179 Allyn

179 Allyn StHartford, CT 06103
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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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HQ
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$1,390 - $2,295
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

HQ

275 Pearl StHartford, CT 06103
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Faith Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Faith Manor

402 Albany AveHartford, CT 06120
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Capitol Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Towers

450 Broad StHartford, CT 06106
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69-79 Myrtle St
1 Bedroom Apartments

69-79 Myrtle St

69-79 Myrtle StHartford, CT 06105
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29-31 Charter Oak Pl
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

29-31 Charter Oak Pl

29-31 Charter Oak PlHartford, CT 06106
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North End Gateway
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

North End Gateway

1450 Main StHartford, CT 06120
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183 Wethersfield Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

183 Wethersfield Ave

183 Wethersfield AveHartford, CT 06114
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Sheldon Oak II Coop
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Sheldon Oak II Coop

54 S Prospect StHartford, CT 06106
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296 Hudson St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

296 Hudson St

296 Hudson StHartford, CT 06106
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12-16 Groton St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

12-16 Groton St

12-16 Groton StHartford, CT 06106
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Rose Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Estates

194 Washington StHartford, CT 06106
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Sana Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Sana Apartments

1570-1674 Main StHartford, CT 06120
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517-523 Park St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

517-523 Park St

517-523 Park StHartford, CT 06106
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Hartford Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hartford Apartments

98 Garden StHartford, CT 06105
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Trinity Tower
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trinity Tower

34 Vernon StHartford, CT 06106
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55 On The Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

55 On The Park

55 Trumbull StHartford, CT 06103
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Broad Street Twins
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Broad Street Twins

538-550 Broad StHartford, CT 06106
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290 Garden St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

290 Garden St

280-290 Garden StHartford, CT 06112
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915 Main
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

915 Main

915 Main StHartford, CT 06103
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North Armory
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

North Armory

100 Huyshope AveHartford, CT 06106
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1 Gold St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1 Gold St

1 Gold StHartford, CT 06103
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U-Shape Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

U-Shape Apartments

15 Van Dyke AveHartford, CT 06106
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Downtown Hartford, Hartford, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Hartford Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Hartford area of Hartford, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Sage Allen Apartments priced from $845. 76 Main St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Hartford apartments for rent in Hartford, CT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sage Allen ApartmentsTH-Room1BR,1BA$845
76 Main StStudioStudio,1BA$950
HollanderStudioStudio,1BA$1,049
29 39 Charter Oak LLCStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
600A LLC0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,100
MLK Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,123
Dillon Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,177
The MillenniumLuxurious Studio Living in Downtown Hartford, S...Studio,1BA$1,220
The Donaghue ResidencesStudio One BathStudio,1BA$1,300
Residences at Barry SquareOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Hartford, CT

As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Hartford area is the $1.73 price per square foot 2 bedroom 2bath Model at Colt Gateway in the in the North Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Downtown Hartford apartment is the B3 Model at Spectra Park starting at $2,197 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the North Meadows neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Hartford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Colt Gateway2 bedroom 2bath2BR,2BA$1.73
Spectra ParkB32BR,2BA$2.15
Teachers Village HartfordLarge StudioStudio ,1BA$1.92
MLK Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54
600A LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93
Bushnell On The ParkStudioStudio ,1.5BA$2.33
Residences at Barry SquareOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.16
Dillon Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.14
29 39 Charter Oak LLCStudioStudio ,1BA$2.07
HollanderStudioStudio ,1BA$2.12

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Hartford, Hartford, and the greater Hartford area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Hartford Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Hartford?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Hartford is under $1,300.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Hartford?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Hartford is Sage Allen Apartments which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Downtown Hartford costs $2,650.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 29 regular apartments in Downtown Hartford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!