Hartford Apartments and Homes for Rent

Your Guide to Apartments for Rent in Hartford, CT

Hartford, the state capital of Connecticut, has a population of 121,000 in the city and 1.1 million in the greater metropolitan area. While its nearness to major cities like Boston, Providence and New York City are a huge selling point to living in the city, this fact also tends to keep Hartford from getting the recognition it deserves for being a vibrant, interesting city in its own right. It boasts a captivating blend of big-city culture and nightlife while retaining the charm of its rich historical heritage. It's an interesting, charming and energetic city to look for a job, explore apartments and consider establishing your new home.

Quality of Life
You can expect to experience four distinct seasons in Hartford, where the summers are long and hot and the winters are cold and snowy. Summer temperatures venture up into the 80s while the winter months drop down into the 20s and 30s. Major points of interest include the City Hall on Main Street, the Hartford Public Library, the Old State House and the Wadsworth Atheneum. Hartford's most iconic landmark is the famous Travelers Tower, a 34-story building that was once the tallest structure in New England. Today, the tower is perhaps best known as a nesting site for the endangered Peregrine Falcons.

Where the Jobs Are
Hartford is home to many of the country's leading financial institutions, including Aetna, ING, The Hartford, Phoenix Companies, Travelers and Lincoln Life; all of these are major employers for the city and its metropolitan area. United Technologies, a huge, international high-tech manufacturing company, is another significant source of employment for Hartford residents.

Cost of Living & Apartment Prices
From urban apartments for rent to stately Victorian homes, you'll find housing for every budget and taste in Hartford. Apartment rentals offer plenty of choices, with basic apartments starting in the $500 range and quickly climbing in price, especially for buildings with historical significance or urban sophistication. The median price of all apartments for rent is $650.

Neighborhoods to Explore
Hartford has 17 neighborhoods to explore, each of which has its own unique style, ranging from historic to multicultural to modern. Start your search downtown, where there are apartments for rent amid the many historic buildings and numerous points of interest, including the new Riverfront Plaza situated alongside the Connecticut River. The neighborhoods of Barry Square and Frog Hollow are both noted for their multicultural mix and community atmosphere. In addition, Frog Hollow is home to the popular 75-acre Pope Park, where locals go to relax and play. Don't forget to consider apartment rentals outside the city of Hartford. The Greater Hartford region is made up of 31 towns smaller towns, which include Andover, Bloomfield, Manchester, East Hartford, Windsor and Stafford.

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