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93 Blue Hills Ave

382 Vine St

173 Ashley St, Unit 309

7 May St, Unit 304

20 May St, Unit 308

168 Brittany Farms Rd, Unit E Room 2

114 Ashley St, Unit 4E

784 Capitol Ave, Unit C3

27 Huntington St, Unit AA1
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69 Ward Pl, Unit C03

30 Gillett St, Unit 1A

887 Asylum Ave, Unit C13

40 Owen St, Unit D5

360 Farmington Ave

1335 Main St

24 Merrill St

194 Washington St, Unit 324

62 Hughes St, Unit 2

82 James St, Unit 3S
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62 Hughes St, Unit 4

136 Kane St, Unit D4

116 Sherbrooke Ave, Unit 116A2

441 Wethersfield Ave, Unit 3N

356 Franklin Ave

52 N Main St

106 Wadsworth St

40 Owen St

39 Charter Oak Pl

2620 Main St
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17 Marshall St, Unit C2

421 Washington St, Unit A8

31 Gillett St, Unit 312

20 Henderson Dr, Unit A

353 A Main St

336 Park Ave, Unit D

1310 Berlin Tpke, Unit 1310 Berlin Turnpike Wethersfield, CT

1310 Berlin Tpke

703 Garden St, Unit 2

105 Ledgecrest Ave
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21-23-23 E Raymond St, Unit 3

180 Earle St, Unit C3

180 Earle St, Unit C4

20 May St, Unit 201

114 Ledgecrest Ave

928 Asylum Ave, Unit 1

69 Mountain Laurel Dr

928 Asylum Ave

1 Gold St

442 Farmington Ave, Unit 3W
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hartford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,140 | $1,395 | $3,400 |
| Hartford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,927 | $1,700 | $5,500 |
| Hartford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,107 | $2,300 | $3,950 |
| Hartford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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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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What type of rentals are currently available in Hartford?
There are currently 1992 Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT with pricing that ranges from $500 to $6,045. There are also 201 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hartford ranging from $1,050 to $5,500.
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 $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,329.
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 $6,045, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,085.
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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.