
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA from $600 (36 Rentals)
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Park Forest

The Ridges

The Hampton Meadows

Melbourne

Indianola Park II Apartments

Evergreen Terrace

Sutton Hill

Riverwood
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Rosemont Place

Canterbury Park

The Oaks

Dennis Park Apartments

Next Level Apartments - Easton Village

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Woodside Park Apartments

Southbrook Green

Peterson Place Apartments

Rising Ridge Apartments
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Linden East Apartments

Somerset

Prairie Winds Apartments

Schoolyard Rowhomes

The Cottages of Pleasant Hill

South View Apartments

2220 E Walnut St

2342 E 13th St

East Park Apartments
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Carlisle Park Apartments

3903 University Ave

Indianola Park Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

2636.5 Capitol Ave

The Meadows

Scotchview Manor Apartments

1989 SW 1st St

1765 E Emma Ave
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Hartford, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hartford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Studio Apartments | $895 | $895 | $895 |
| Hartford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $902 | $700 | $1,380 |
| Hartford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,007 | $780 | $1,965 |
| Hartford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $920 | $2,475 |
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Cheapest Available Hartford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hartford, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $700. Park Forest in the East Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hartford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| The Hampton Meadows | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Indianola Park II Apartments | 1BR Upper | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Sutton Hill | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $831 |
| Rosemont Place | B4 | 2BR,1BA | $833 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom CPI | 2BR,2BA | $845 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $846 |
| Fort Des Moines | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Meadows | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA and Nearby
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath Model at Sunset Terrace in the in the Easton Park neighborhood starting from $1,220. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the C1 Model at Rosemont Place starting at $1,175 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hartford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Terrace | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Rosemont Place | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Canterbury Park | Three Bedroom-Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Evergreen Terrace | 2BR/1BA-Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hartford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hartford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hartford Apartment is $700 at Foxwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hartford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hartford is starting from $780 at The Hampton Meadows.
What is the most affordable Hartford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hartford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Next Level Apartments - Easton Village and starts from $918.
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