
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Hartford Neighborhood of Hartford, CT from $850 (18 Rentals)
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62 Hughes St

233 White St

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1905 Broad St

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Goodwin Gardens

114 Hillcrest Ave

1310 Berlin Tpke

Brookstone Court
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Southwest Hartford, Hartford, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Hartford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Hartford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,425 | $1,750 |
| Southwest Hartford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $1,163 | $2,000 |
| Southwest Hartford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,987 | $1,650 | $2,350 |
| Southwest Hartford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Hartford Neighborhood of Hartford, CT.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Hartford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Hartford area of Hartford, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at 270 Preston St. priced from $1,100. Webster Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,163. Here are the most affordable Southwest Hartford apartments for rent in Hartford, CT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 270 Preston St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Webster Street | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,163 |
| Piperbrook Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Residences at 540 New Park | One bedroom with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Hartford Portfolio | 2 Bedroom NB | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Hartford, CT
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Hartford area is the $1.73 price per square foot 2 BR TH Model at Goodwin Gardens in the in the South End Hartford neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Southwest Hartford apartment is the 2 Bedroom NB Model at Hartford Portfolio starting at $1,950 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Behind the Rocks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Hartford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodwin Gardens | 2 BR TH | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Hartford Portfolio | 2 Bedroom NB | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Webster Street | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| 270 Preston St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Piperbrook Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| The Residences at 540 New Park | One bedroom with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Hartford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Hartford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Hartford Apartment is $1,100 at 270 Preston St..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Hartford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Hartford is starting from $1,163 at Webster Street.
What is the most affordable Southwest Hartford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Hartford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Piperbrook Apartments and starts from $1,950.
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Written by: Dorian Smith-Garcia
Connecticut is a popular choice, especially for people like me thinking of relocating from the New York City metro.

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