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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 | $1,198 | $995 | $1,350 |
| Hartford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,657 | $1,095 | $2,195 |
| Hartford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,829 | $1,550 | $2,050 |
| Hartford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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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 Next Level Apartments - Easton Village in the Easton Park neighborhood priced from $695. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Park Forest | 1x1 630 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Foxwood Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $1.09 price per square foot C1 Model at Rosemont Place in the in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,187. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath w/out laundry Model at Linden West starting at $1,100 with a $1.05 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemont Place | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Linden West | 2 bed 2 bath w/out laundry | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| The Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Fort Des Moines | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| 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 | $1.08 |
| Dennis Park Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Canterbury Park | Two Bedroom-One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Next Level Apartments - Easton Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Hartford?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IA with pricing that ranges from $695 to $2,460. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hartford ranging from $655 to $2,195.
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 $655 to $2,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,457.
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