2220 E Walnut St
Des MoinesIA50317
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Des MoinesIA50317
1989 SW 1st St
Des MoinesIA50315
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1765 E Emma Ave
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Hartford, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hartford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,234 | $975 | $1,500 |
| Hartford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,732 | $1,220 | $2,195 |
| Hartford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,702 | $1,495 | $1,795 |
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA and Nearby
As of July 06, 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 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $2,475. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hartford ranging from $655 to $2,195.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hartford ranges from $655 to $2,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,384.
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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.
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.