Cheap Homes for Rent in Hartford, CT from $800 (79 Rentals)

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property at 32 Rowe Ave

$850

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$850

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$850

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jan 10, 2026

32 Rowe Ave

HartfordCT06106
property at 27 Walkley Rd

$900

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$900

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$900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jan 2, 2026

27 Walkley Rd

West HartfordCT06119
property at 40 Owen St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

40 Owen St, Unit D5

40 Owen St
HartfordCT06105

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property at 40 Owen St

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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40 Owen St

HartfordCT06105

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property at 1040 Capitol Ave

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1040 Capitol Ave

HartfordCT06106
property at 105 Rhodes St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

105 Rhodes St

New BritainCT06051
property at 755 Wethersfield Ave

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

755 Wethersfield Ave, Unit A6

755 Wethersfield Ave
HartfordCT06114
property at 230 Farmington Ave

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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230 Farmington Ave

HartfordCT06105

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property at 311 New Park Ave

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

311 New Park Ave

HartfordCT06106

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property at 31 Woodland St

$1,400 - $1,750

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$1,400

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$1,400

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

31 Woodland St

HartfordCT06105
property at 52 Woodbridge Ave

$1,445

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$1,445

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$1,445

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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52 Woodbridge Ave, Unit 1

52 Woodbridge Ave
East HartfordCT06108
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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Hartford, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hartford, CT

Pricing Updated: 12/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hartford, CT area range in price from $710 to $5,735 with an overall median price of $2,637. The three Hartford neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Suffield at $1,347, Behind the Rocks at $1,150, and Upper Albany at $1,325. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hartford Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Suffield$1,632$1,34712
Behind the Rocks$1,750$1,15019
Upper Albany$1,800$1,32513
Outer East Hartford Manchester$1,875$88584
Barry Square$1,900$1,00038
Frog Hollow$1,900$1,14544
Frog Hollow South$1,900$1,000131
Sheldon Charter Oak$1,900$1,09526
SoDo$1,900$845224
North Meadows$1,937$845233

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. Sage Allen Apartments in the North Meadows neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hartford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Hub on ParkThe Columbia2BR,1BA$424
Sage Allen ApartmentsTH-Room1BR,1BA$845
The BentleyVintage StudioStudio,1BA$885
Stuart ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
603 Farmington AveStudioStudio,1BA$905
Garden Hill ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
352 Laurel St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
184 Sigourney StStudioStudio,1BA$975
Sylvia ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$975
22 Evergreen Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT

As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $1.15 price per square foot 52 Charles St Model at 52 Charles St, Unit Stephen in the in the Newington Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the 411 Fairfield Ave Model at 411 Fairfield Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,400 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the South End Hartford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hartford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
52 Charles St, Unit Stephen52 Charles St3BR,1BA$1.15
411 Fairfield Ave, Unit 2411 Fairfield Ave2BR,1BA$0.81
2327 Main St, Unit 3rd2327 Main St3BR,1BA$1.13
78 Governor St, Unit 2 bedroom78 Governor St2BR,1BA$1.11
Parkville Management1B/1B1BR,1BA$1.21
The Hub on ParkThe Columbia2BR,1.5BA$0.40
York Street Properties3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.30
Brick Hollow2 BR Flat1BR,1BA$1.26
Underwood Elderly Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
352 Laurel St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.19

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Hartford

What type of rentals are currently available in Hartford?

There are currently 2018 Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT with pricing that ranges from $845 to $4,974. There are also 200 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hartford ranging from $850 to $6,800.

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 $850 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,424.

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 $1,300 to $4,974, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $6,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,085.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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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!