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Southridge Senior Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southridge Senior Lofts

695 E Army Post RdDes Moines, IA 50315
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The Meadows
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Meadows

7500 Meadowlands DrDes Moines, IA 50320

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Hartford, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hartford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hartford, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $600. Sutton Hill in the East Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $631. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hartford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Foxwood ApartmentsB22BR,1BA$600
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$631
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695
The Oaks1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$719
East Park Apartments1/2 Story Down2BR,1BA$750
Carlisle Park Apartments1BR Ground1BR,1BA$755
The Hampton MeadowsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$760
The RidgesA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$775
SomersetA21BR,1BA$788
Scotchview Manor Apartments1 BR - 30% Gross Income1BR,1BA$794

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA and Nearby

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Carman Estates in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,270. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Vineyards starting at $1,270 with a $1.04 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carman Estates3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
The Vineyards3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.04
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.95
Lincoln Ridge by KadingSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
Sunset Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.13
Lyn CrossingC1 - 50 - Income Restricted3BR,1.5BA$1.12
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.07
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10
Foxwood ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.08
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$1.10

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Walk Score®

6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

17 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $631 at Sutton Hill.

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 $600 at Foxwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Hartford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hartford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Meadows and starts from $995.

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