
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IL from $500 (44 Rentals)
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Edison Ave. Lofts

Rivers Edge Apartments

103 W 1st St

Bilava Village

The Residences at Bella Vista

Rocwood Apartments

Emerald Ridge
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Villa Estates

Nico Terrace

Godfrey Estates

Broadway Place

Cedar Point Apartments

The Georgetown Apartments

117 N 14th St

River Pointe Apartments
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Whispering Lake Apartments

Rivertrail Apartments

Park Pointe Apartments

326 E Central St

Brighton Apartments

Spanish Lake Townhomes

Sugar Pines

Metro Apartments At Bethalto
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Metro Apartments at Wood River

Surrey Court Apartments

Hathaway Village

The Reserve at Spanish Lake

ReNew at Alton

Paddock Village Apartments

Windham Chase Apartments

Metro Apartments at Granite City
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111 S Central Ave

806 Center St

710-728 Connor Dr

Lilac Court Apartments

Lookaway Heights Apartments

420 Winona St

Heatherton Estates

208 W Thomas St
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2820 North St

1308 Virginia Ave

1602 Park St

306 Lampert St
Hartford, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hartford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Studio Apartments | $1,135 | $625 | $1,365 |
| Hartford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $633 | $525 | $2,240 |
| Hartford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $967 | $625 | $2,699 |
| Hartford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $859 | $3,289 |
| Hartford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $714 | $3,010 |
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Cheapest Available Hartford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hartford, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trinity Park in the North Riverfront neighborhood priced from $525. Bilava Village in the Paddock Forest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hartford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Bilava Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Nico Terrace | 1 Bedroom Garden Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $703 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $752 |
| Cedar Point Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| The Georgetown Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| River Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | 2BR 1BA GARDEN | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| Rivertrail Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IL and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $0.88 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage Model at River Trace Townhomes in the in the North Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,255. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the D1 Model at Parc at 720 starting at $760 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Fruit Maple Carpenter 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Trace Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Parc at 720 | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| Paddock Village Apartments | CLYDESDALE | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Victorian Village | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Surrey Court Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Spanish Lake Townhomes | Luna | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Broadway Place | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rivertrail Apartments | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Rocwood Apartments | 1BR Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hartford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hartford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hartford is at Cedar Point Apartments listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hartford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hartford Apartment is $525 at Trinity Park.
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 $625 at Trinity Park.
What is the most affordable Hartford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hartford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Broadway Place and starts from $859.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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