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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 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood priced from $545. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MelbourneA1 - 40 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$545
Foxwood ApartmentsB22BR,1BA$638
Sutton HillA11BR,1BA$668
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$695
East Park Apartments1/2 Story Down2BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA and Nearby

As of June 08, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Lincoln Ridge by KadingSign a 13 Month Lease, Get the 13th Month Free!3BR,1BA$1.14
Linden East ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.00
Peterson Place Apartments772 BUILDING2BR,1BA$0.99
SomersetB32BR,1BA$1.06
Woodside Park Apartments2 Bed A2BR,1BA$1.05
Foxwood ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$0.83
Prairie Winds Apartments2 Bedroom Unit2BR,1BA$1.18
Rosemont PlaceA11BR,1BA$1.12
Park Forest1x1 6301BR,1BA$1.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hartford

What type of rentals are currently available in Hartford?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA with pricing that ranges from $545 to $1,965. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hartford ranging from $950 to $2,295.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hartford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hartford ranges from $950 to $2,295 with an average monthly rent of $1,560.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hartford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hartford range from $950 to $1,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $2,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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