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710-728 Connor DrSouth Roxana, IL 62087
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6203 Kingsfont PlFlorissant, MO 63033
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Hartford, IL Local Guide

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. Rocwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hartford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trinity Park1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$525
Rocwood Apartments1BR Units1BR,1BA$700
The Residences at Bella VistaClassic1BR,1BA$700
Rivertrail Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$700
River Pointe Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
The Social EdwardsvilleThe Cougar Unfurnished4BR,4BA$705
Spanish Lake TownhomesLuna1BR,1BA$750
Whispering Lake Apartments1BR 1BA GARDEN1BR,1BA$761
Brighton Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
Bilava Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hartford, IL and Nearby

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hartford area is the $1.09 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 $1,555. The second greatest value Hartford apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Villa Estates starting at $1,050 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the North Point 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.
River Trace Townhomes3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Villa EstatesTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.77
The Social EdwardsvilleThe Cougar Unfurnished4BR,4BA$0.53
Parc at 720B12BR,2BA$0.72
Rivers Edge Apartments2 BR Apartment2BR,1BA$1.00
Victorian Village2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Spanish Lake TownhomesLuna1BR,1BA$0.95
Rivertrail Apartments1bd1BR,1BA$1.00
Trinity Park1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.05
River Pointe Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.08

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Getting Around Hartford, IL

Walk Score®

9 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 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 $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 $636 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 Spanish Lake Townhomes and starts from $880.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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