Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025
Hartfordâs rental market blends historic charm with modern convenience, offering a diverse array of apartments and singleâfamily homes across its vibrant neighborhoods. Downtown Hartford and the revitalized Parkville district attract professionals seeking walkable access to cultural institutions like the Wadsworth Atheneum and the Connecticut Convention Center, while the West End and South End provide a quieter, residential feel with treeâlined streets and easy commutes to major employment hubs. Whether youâre looking for a sleek studio near the State Capitol or a spacious house in the familyâfriendly suburbs of Asylum Hill and Clay Hill, the cityâs inventory accommodates a wide range of lifestyles and budgets.
Rental rates reflect Hartfordâs balanced cost of living, with studio apartments generally hovering in the $1300s and oneâbedroom units commonly found in the $1500s. Larger apartmentsâespecially threeâbedroom layoutsâoften rent in the $1500â$1600 range, while more expansive houses can approach the $2400 range, providing ample space for growing families. Prospective renters benefit from the cityâs strong publicâtransport network, proximity to topâranked schools, and a lively dining and entertainment scene that includes the Riverfront Recapture area and historic Main Street. With a mix of historic brownstones, modern highârises, and suburbanâstyle homes, Hartford remains an attractive destination for renters seeking both affordability and cultural richness in Connecticut.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,368 | $1,369 | $575 - $1,920 | $1,226 - $1,580 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,535 | $1,529 | $499 - $2,805 | $1,195 - $1,875 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,837 | $1,850 | $650 - $3,353 | $1,300 - $2,428 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,550 | $1,550 | $785 - $3,385 | $999 - $1,900 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $1,410 | $1,180 | $1,102 - $1,950 | $1,102 - $1,950 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $1,582 | $1,600 | $600 - $2,250 | $1,300 - $2,200 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,729 | $1,500 | $1,000 - $3,000 | $1,400 - $2,100 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,792 | $1,920 | $790 - $3,400 | $1,245 - $2,100 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,427 | $2,400 | $1,295 - $3,600 | $2,200 - $2,960 |
In the current period, the average rent in Hartford was $1,369 for Studio, $1,537 for 1 Bedroom, $1,827 for 2 Bedroom, $1,671 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,006 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.