1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA (29 Rentals)

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Williams Terrace
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Williams Terrace

1603 N 9th StIndianola, IA 50125

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Hartford, IA Local Guide

Largest Available Hartford and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hartford, IA is found at Fort Des Moines in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood and is 733 square feet . Park Indy Rowhomes in the East Des Moines neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 715 square feet and currently listed start at $1,145. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Hartford:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Fort Des Moines733 Sq FtCall for Rates
Park Indy RowhomesFIRST MONTH'S RENT WAIVED! Welcome to Park Indy...715 Sq Ft$1,145
East Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom680 Sq Ft$790
RiverwoodOaks670 Sq Ft$995
MelbourneA5 - Income Restricted668 Sq Ft$815
Scotchview Manor Apartments1 BR - 30% Gross Income650 Sq Ft$794
Southbrook Green1 Bedroom648 Sq Ft$875
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom648 Sq Ft$860
Park Forest1x1 630630 Sq Ft$695
Connect55+ Indianola Senior Community 55+1 BR 1 BA625 Sq Ft$1,265

Cheapest Available Hartford and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 06, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hartford, IA is the A1 Model starting from $570 at Sutton Hill in the East Des Moines neighborhood. The second most affordable Hartford 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 630 Model at Park Forest starting at $695 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hartford is currently $923. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Hartford:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Sutton HillA1$570
Park Forest1x1 630$695
East Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom$790
Scotchview Manor Apartments1 BR - 30% Gross Income$794
MelbourneA5 - Income Restricted$815
Fort Des Moines1 Bedroom-B3$850
Canterbury ParkOne Bedroom$860
Southbrook Green1 Bedroom$875
RiverwoodOaks$995
Park Indy RowhomesFIRST MONTH'S RENT WAIVED! Welcome to Park Indy...$1,145

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Getting Around Hartford, IA

Walk Score®

6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

17 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Hartford Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hartford Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hartford is $923.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Hartford Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hartford is a 733 square feet unit at Fort Des Moines.

What is the average size for Hartford 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Hartford is currently 900 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Des Moines, Iowa

Written by: Joseph Isenberg

I'm Joe, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Des Moines and Central Iowa. My parents moved to Central Iowa in 1967, and my family has been here ever since.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.