Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025
West Hartfordâs rental market blends suburban charm with urban convenience, offering a diverse array of housing options that cater to professionals, families, and students alike. Apartment living is abundant, with studios and oneâbedroom units anchored near the bustling West Hartford Center and the historic Charter Oak Cultural Center, providing easy access to boutique shopping, fine dining, and vibrant nightlife. Larger apartmentsâtwo and three bedroomsâare popular among growing households, especially in neighborhoods like Charter Oak and Blue Back Square, where green spaces and topârated schools enhance the appeal of city living.
For those seeking more space, West Hartfordâs singleâfamily homes present attractive alternatives, ranging from twoâbedroom residences to expansive fourâplus bedroom properties in coveted areas such as Farmington Avenue and the West End. Rental rates reflect the quality of these options: studio apartments typically average in the $2100s with a median near $1950, while oneâbedroom units hover around the $2000 range. Twoâbedroom apartments often fall in the midâ$2500s, and threeâbedroom units trend toward the high $2600s to $2800s. House rentals provide competitive pricing, with twoâbedroom homes averaging around $1900 and larger homesâthree bedrooms and upâcommanding rates in the $3000s to $3800 range. The blend of wellâmaintained properties, proximity to cultural landmarks like the West Hartford Reservoir, and strong community amenities make the city a dynamic and welcoming place for renters of all lifestyles.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $2,117 | $1,947 | $1,395 - $2,782 | $1,900 - $2,707 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $2,079 | $1,949 | $1,000 - $3,500 | $1,575 - $2,575 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $2,585 | $2,350 | $1,200 - $5,400 | $1,800 - $3,356 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $2,702 | $2,835 | $1,800 - $3,950 | $2,100 - $3,050 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,873 | $2,172 | $600 - $3,000 | $800 - $2,495 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $3,070 | $3,100 | $800 - $4,850 | $2,900 - $3,400 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $3,430 | $3,525 | $2,700 - $3,900 | $3,100 - $3,850 |
In the current period, the average rent in West Hartford was $2,118 for Studio, $2,064 for 1 Bedroom, $2,504 for 2 Bedroom, $2,987 for 3 Bedroom, and $3,340 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.