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54 Magnolia St, Unit #2

274 S Marshall St

173 Ashley St, Unit 309

276 Collins St, Unit 305

417 Zion St, Unit A08

7 May St, Unit 304

168 Brittany Farms Rd, Unit E Room 2

360 Farmington Ave

30 Dorothy St, Unit #2N
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30 Gillett St, Unit 4C

27 Huntington St, Unit AA1

367-379-379 Farmington Ave, Unit 371-203

30 Gillett St, Unit 1A

887 Asylum Ave, Unit C13

84 Forest St, Unit C05

69 Ward Pl, Unit C03

487 New Britain Ave

64-66 Congress St

16 Niles St
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356 Franklin Ave

76 Main St, Unit 201

62 Hughes St, Unit 4

16 Niles St, Unit 108

116 Sherbrooke Ave, Unit 116A2

109 Adelaide St, Unit C01

3 Kenyon Ct, Unit 3R

31 Gillett St, Unit 312

194 Washington St, Unit 437

194 Washington St
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194 Washington St, Unit 116

54 Magnolia St, Unit #3

14 Groton St

16 Groton St

530 Wethersfield Ave

256 Mather St, Unit #2B

30 Dorothy St, Unit #2S

48 Elliott St, Unit #1E

30 Dorothy St, Unit #3S

65 Bulkeley Ave, Unit A02
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105 Ledgecrest Ave

15 Barbour St, Unit 2

41 Central Ave, Unit 1

76 Webster St

3 Kenyon Ct

161 Martin St

161 Martin St

39 Congress St

40 Elm St

1170 Middle Turnpike W
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Hartford, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hartford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,073 | $1,350 | $3,400 |
| Hartford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,748 | $1,400 | $5,000 |
| Hartford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,050 | $1,500 | $4,500 |
| Hartford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,633 | $3,000 | $5,900 |
| Hartford 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hartford, CT
Pricing Updated: 07/02/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hartford, CT area range in price from $500 to $6,095 with an overall median price of $2,676. The three Hartford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Sheldon Charter Oak at $950, Barry Square at $850, and SoDo at $850. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldon Charter Oak | $1,637 | $950 | 23 |
| Barry Square | $1,862 | $850 | 42 |
| SoDo | $1,872 | $850 | 227 |
| Woodlands of Newington | $1,885 | $1,250 | 45 |
| West Suffield | $1,890 | $1,490 | 3 |
| Canton Center | $1,900 | $1,900 | 1 |
| South Meadows | $1,900 | $850 | 253 |
| Frog Hollow South | $1,947 | $850 | 133 |
| South Green | $1,975 | $950 | 18 |
| Parkville | $1,999 | $950 | 50 |
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 North Meadows neighborhood priced from $424. 603 Farmington Ave in the West End Hartford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. 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 |
| 603 Farmington Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| 76 Main St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 44-50 Church St | 490 Tolland Street B-9 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 352 Laurel St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Bentley | 15 Chapman Street #26 | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Executive House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 22 Evergreen Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 12-16 Groton St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $1.25 price per square foot 39 W Raymond St Model at 39 W Raymond St, Unit 37 in the in the West End Hartford neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the 757 Maple Ave Model at 757 Maple Ave, Unit Big unit for rent starting at $1,875 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Barry Square 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 W Raymond St, Unit 37 | 39 W Raymond St | 4BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 757 Maple Ave, Unit Big unit for rent | 757 Maple Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 98 Jubilee St, Unit 3rd Floor | 98 Jubilee St | 3BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 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 |
| The Hub on Park | The Columbia | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.40 |
| 96-98 Martin St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Brick Hollow | 2 BR Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 352 Laurel St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hartford
What type of rentals are currently available in Hartford?
There are currently 1953 Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT with pricing that ranges from $850 to $6,095. There are also 180 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hartford ranging from $1,050 to $5,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hartford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hartford ranges from $1,050 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,949.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hartford?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hartford range from $1,250 to $6,095, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $866.
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