
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Hartford Neighborhood of Hartford, CT from $800 (31 Rentals)
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Concord Hills Apartments

Webster Street

54 Grafton St

62 Hughes St, Unit 4

1 Eastview St

448 Hillside Ave
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351 Hillside Ave

429 New Britain Ave

89-91-91 Newbury St

1-3 Webster St

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757 Maple Ave, Unit Big unit for rent, Unit Big unit for rent

768 New Britain Ave

61-63-63 Newbury St
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218 Grandview Terrace

97 Bates St

Garden Hill Apartments

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Grafton Place

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Hartford Portfolio
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87 Ellington St

451 New Park Ave, Unit Fl 1

Brookstone Court

The Residences at 540 New Park

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Piperbrook Apartments

14 Hillcrest Ave

451 New Park Ave, Unit Fl 1
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451 New Park Ave, Unit Fl 3

451 New Park Ave

170 Ridge Rd
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 Studio Apartments | $885 | $885 | $885 |
| Southwest Hartford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $1,100 | $1,900 |
| Southwest Hartford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $1,163 | $1,950 |
| Southwest Hartford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $1,700 | $2,400 |
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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 Concord Hills Apartments priced from $1,150. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concord Hills Apartments | Regular 1 beds | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Webster Street | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,163 |
| The Residences at 540 New Park | One bedroom with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Brookstone Court | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Piperbrook Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Hartford Portfolio | 2 Bedroom NB | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Hartford, CT
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Hartford area is the $1.10 price per square foot 757 Maple Ave Model at 757 Maple Ave, Unit Big unit for rent in the in the Barry Square neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Southwest Hartford apartment is the 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Piperbrook Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Woodlands of Newington 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 757 Maple Ave, Unit Big unit for rent | 757 Maple Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Piperbrook Apartments | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| Brookstone Court | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Hartford Portfolio | 2 Bedroom NB | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Webster Street | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Concord Hills Apartments | Remodeled 1 beds | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Residences at 540 New Park | One bedroom with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Among cities in Connecticut for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Hartford Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Hartford?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Hartford is Concord Hills Apartments which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Southwest Hartford costs $1,912.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Hartford?
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 2 regular apartments in Southwest Hartford 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 Southwest Hartford?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Hartford have an average cost of $194 which is $1,718 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Hartford.
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