
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South West Neighborhood of Hartford, CT from $400 (123 Rentals)
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76 Main St

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251 Fairfield Ave, Unit 2nd Fl

12-16 Groton St

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29 39 Charter Oak LLC

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22 ELLIOTT ST

Webster Street

Brick Hollow

2020 Park

11-13 Arnold St
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825-829 Park St

69 Ward Pl, Unit C03

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520 Franklin Ave, Unit 3 N

44 Barnard St

66 Standish St

82 James St

194 Washington St, Unit 324

62 Hughes St, Unit 2

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31 Allen Pl, Unit 2

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9 Dorothy St, Unit B1
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62 Hughes St, Unit 4

46 Bond St

65 Colonial St

19-21-21 Whitmore St

1 Eastview St

49-51-51 Kibbe St

116 Sherbrooke Ave, Unit 116A2

441 Wethersfield Ave, Unit 3N

York Street Apartments

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Residences at Barry Square
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Summit Park

Ribbon Row

421 Washington St, Unit A8

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Colt Gateway

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Park Place Towers

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370 Prospect Ave, Unit 370 prospect Ave Hartford

24 Madison St

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77 Rowe Ave, Unit 2nd floor

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76 Curtiss St, Unit 2

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Park and Main
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15 Ward St

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Parkville Hartford Apartments

217 Zion St

33-35 Zion St

351 Hillside Ave

64 James St

71-73-73 Madison Ave
15-17-17 Beacon St

26 Congress St / Luca Investments LLC

S0002 - 101 Maple
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South West, Hartford, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West Studio Apartments | $1,688 | $950 | $2,361 |
| South West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,796 | $960 | $3,298 |
| South West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,987 | $1,163 | $3,776 |
| South West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $1,300 | $2,400 |
| South West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,729 | $1,999 | $3,950 |
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Cheapest Available South West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South West area of Hartford, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at The Hub on Park priced from $424. S0002 - 101 Maple has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable South West apartments for rent in Hartford, CT:
| 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 |
| 76 Main St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 42 School Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 12-16 Groton St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 29 39 Charter Oak LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| 22 ELLIOTT ST | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Webster Street | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,163 |
| Brick Hollow | 2 BR Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| S0032 - 865 Broad | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West, CT
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South West area is the $1.21 price per square foot 370 Prospect Ave Model at 370 Prospect Ave, Unit 370 prospect Ave Hartford in the in the West End Hartford neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value South West apartment is the 77 Rowe Ave Model at 77 Rowe Ave, Unit 2nd floor starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the West End Hartford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 370 Prospect Ave, Unit 370 prospect Ave Hartford | 370 Prospect Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 77 Rowe Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 77 Rowe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Hub on Park | The Columbia | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.40 |
| 76 Curtiss St, Unit 2 | 76 Curtiss St | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| York Street Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 39-41 Bond St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Brick Hollow | 2 BR Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Ribbon Row | 2 BR 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Webster Street | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 22 ELLIOTT ST | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South West is under $1,170.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South West?
The cheapest apartment in South West is 42 School Street which is listed at $990, while the average apartment in South West costs $1,799.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South West?
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 12 regular apartments in South West that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South West?
Cheap apartments in South West have an average cost of $285 which is $1,514 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South West.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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
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