Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Neighborhood of Hartford, CT from $1,400 (18 Rentals)

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property at 1 Gold St

$1,400 - $4,500

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$1,400
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Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1 Gold St

HartfordCT06103
property at 34 Essex St

$1,450

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$1,450
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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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34 Essex St

HartfordCT06114

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property at 100 Wells St

$1,625

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$1,625
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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100 Wells St, Unit 12

100 Wells St
HartfordCT06103

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Downtown, Hartford, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Hartford, CT is a Studio 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 apartments for rent in Hartford, CT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sage Allen ApartmentsTH-Rent A RoomStudio,2BA$845
76 Main StStudioStudio,1BA$950
184 Sigourney StStudioStudio,1BA$975
Sana Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
HollanderStudioStudio,1BA$1,049

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, CT

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.48 price per square foot 99 Hungerford St Model at 99 Hungerford St, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Hartford neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 23 Babcock St Model at 23 Babcock St, Unit 2 starting at $1,875 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Asylum Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
99 Hungerford St, Unit 299 Hungerford St3BR,1BA$1.48
23 Babcock St, Unit 223 Babcock St2BR,1BA$1.70
Brick Hollow2 BR Flat1BR,1BA$1.26
North End GatewayTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.51
17 Charter Oak Pl, Unit 217 Charter Oak Pl1BR,1BA$1.53
Summit Park2 BR Park Sm 8992BR,1BA$1.64
The Donaghue ResidencesOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.95
Teachers Village HartfordLarge StudioStudio ,1BA$1.92
MLK Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.65
9 Cherry St, Unit 29 Cherry St1BR,1BA$1.90

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Downtown, Hartford, CT

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?

There are currently 482 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, CT with pricing that ranges from $845 to $3,960. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $1,400 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $1,400 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,372.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

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.