Rent in Hartford has increased slightly for the third straight month, increasing by 0.2 percent over August. They are up 0.6 percent in comparison with August of last year, according to a new report by Apartment List.  

Connecticut’s rent overall increased 1.2 percent, slightly higher than the national average of a 1 percent increase. Hartford continues to have lower rent growth in comparison with the state and national averages. Hartford’s median rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $880 and $1,100 for a two-bedroom.