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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Modern amenities
  • Large windows
  • Ample closet space
  • Convenient location
  • Two spacious bedrooms

Location

256 Mather St, Hartford, CT 06112, USA|Upper Albany
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Horizon Management

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(844) 334-0271 ext. 5855

Property Overview

256 Mather Street features modern amenities, hardwood floors, and large windows, enhancing its appeal with ample closet space and a convenient location. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.4 and a perfect price rating of 10, the property strikes an excellent balance between value and amenities. Additionally, the trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10 reflects the detailed presentation of the property, while its 12 photos offer potential renters insight into its offerings.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 256 Mather Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 256 Mather Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Floor plans

256 Mather Street - 2A2 bed1 bath$1,450 /mo**Cozy 2-Bedroom Unit Available in Hartford!** Welcome to your new home in Hartford! This beautiful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit offers a comfortable and convenient living experience. Located in an easily accessible neighborhood, this apartment combines charm with modern amenities. Enjoy a generous living room with plenty of natural light, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The large eat-in kitchen has tons of storage space to help keep everything organized and easy to find. Two well-sized bedrooms with ample closet space. A large bathroom featuring modern fixtures and finishes for your comfort. This unit is close to parks, shopping centers and restaurants, with easy access to public transportation and major highways. Section 8 welcome Call Nicole 860-390-3001
256 Mather Street - 2B3 bed1 bath$1,400 /moSpacious 3 bedroom, 2nd floor unit for rent. This unit has a great layout that gives everyone privacy and space while still being a family! Large eat in kitchen, with a great pantry for all of your storage needs! Plenty of natural light in all of the rooms Close to downtown, bus lines, restaurants, schools, shopping, etc. **Section 8 Welcome** 2 months security deposit plus 1st month rent Please call or text Nicole 860-390-3001

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About 256 Mather Street

HomeApartments in HartfordUpper Albany 256 Mather Street

Spacious 3 bedroom, 2nd floor unit for rent. This unit has a great layout that gives everyone privacy and space while still being a family! Large eat in kitchen, with a great pantry for all of your storage needs! Plenty of natural light in all of the rooms Close to downtown, bus lines, restaurants, schools, shopping, etc. **Section 8 Welcome** 2 months security deposit plus 1st month rent Please call or text Nicole 860-390-3001


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 256 Mather Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 256 Mather Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 256 Mather Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
256 Mather Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 256 Mather Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
256 Mather Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 256 Mather Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 256 Mather Street compares to other nearby properties.

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Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Upper Albany

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 256 Mather Street to be 12% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Upper Albany.

3-bedroom apartments at 256 Mather Street cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Upper Albany.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Upper Albany
Hartford
A table of studio rental data trends in Hartford
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,125
March 2024$1,137
April 2024$1,329
May 2024$1,464
June 2024$1,220
July 2024$1,193
August 2024$1,206
September 2024$1,221
October 2024$1,075
November 2024$1,094
December 2024$1,159
January 2025$1,175
February 2025$1,193
March 2025$1,221
April 2025$1,247
May 2025$1,221
June 2025$1,200
July 2025$1,188
August 2025$1,266
September 2025$1,299
October 2025$1,325
November 2025$1,332
December 2025$1,426
January 2026$1,463
A table of studio rental data trends in Upper Albany
MonthMedian Rent
January 2026$2,500

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$58,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Schools near 256 Mather Street

Global Communications Academy

85 edwards st

hartford, CT, 6112

K-12Public
C

S.A.N.D. School

1750 main st

hartford, CT, 6120

PK, K-5Public
C-

Fred D. Wish Museum School

350 barbour st

hartford, CT, 6120

PK, K-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood

Upper Albany | Hartford, CT

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Hartford near 256 Mather St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 256 Mather St, Hartford

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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