Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA from $500 (22 Rentals)
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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 |
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Hartford Studio Apartments | $885 | $885 | $885 |
Hartford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $905 | $545 | $1,785 |
Hartford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,016 | $638 | $2,319 |
Hartford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,382 | $950 | $2,733 |
Hartford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
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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 Sutton Hill in the East Des Moines neighborhood priced from $570. Foxwood Apartments in the Easton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $638. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hartford apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sutton Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $570 |
Foxwood Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $638 |
Melbourne | B3 - 40 - Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $639 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Somerset | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $734 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA and Nearby
As of July 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! Model at Lincoln Ridge by Kading starting at $1,150 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Easton Park 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. |
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The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Lincoln Ridge by Kading | Sign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free! | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Linden East Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Peterson Place Apartments | 772 BUILDING | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
The Ridges | B1 - Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Woodside Park Apartments | 2 Bed A | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Foxwood Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Prairie Winds Apartments | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Somerset | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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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
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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 $570 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 $638 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 $950.
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