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Highlights
- Close to shopping
- Kitchen with full appliances
Location
120 Hillside Ave, Hartford, CT 06106, USA|Behind the Rocks
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Property Overview
118 - 120 Hillside Avenue offers strong value, a high location score, and a solid overall rating of 8.3, with competitive pricing and useful amenities. It stands out for its walkable area, nearby shopping, full kitchen appliances, and easy access to restaurants and mixed-use spaces, while also sitting near a top-rated middle school.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- More space
- Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue - 2S | 1 bed | 1 bath | 900 sqft | $1,250 /mo | Bright 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment (about 900 sq ft) on the second floor at 118-120 Hillside Ave, Hartford, CT 06106. Kitchen with full appliances. Close to shopping, bus lines and Trinity College. |
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About 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue
Bright 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment (about 900 sq ft) on the second floor at 118-120 Hillside Ave, Hartford, CT 06106. Kitchen with full appliances. Close to shopping, bus lines and Trinity College.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
118 - 120 Hillside Avenue 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, 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue 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.
118 - 120 Hillside Avenue 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 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
118 - 120 Hillside Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
118 - 120 Hillside Avenue is great for:
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 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 miles away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 260 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.8 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.7 miles away
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Rent trends in Behind the Rocks
1-bedroom apartments at 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Behind the Rocks.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Behind the Rocks
Hartford
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,293 |
| December 2024 | $1,271 |
| January 2025 | $1,282 |
| February 2025 | $1,295 |
| March 2025 | $1,300 |
| April 2025 | $1,290 |
| May 2025 | $1,288 |
| June 2025 | $1,300 |
| July 2025 | $1,300 |
| August 2025 | $1,300 |
| September 2025 | $1,345 |
| October 2025 | $1,363 |
| November 2025 | $1,389 |
| December 2025 | $1,373 |
| January 2026 | $1,361 |
| February 2026 | $1,385 |
| March 2026 | $1,330 |
| April 2026 | $1,330 |
| May 2026 | $1,330 |
| June 2026 | $1,330 |
| July 2026 | $1,350 |
| August 2026 | $1,350 |
| September 2026 | $1,345 |
| October 2026 | $1,328 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | $1,400 |
| July 2025 | $1,400 |
| September 2025 | $1,231 |
| January 2026 | $1,200 |
| February 2026 | $1,237 |
| March 2026 | $1,212 |
| April 2026 | $1,218 |
| May 2026 | $1,239 |
| June 2026 | $1,297 |
| July 2026 | $1,295 |
| August 2026 | $1,277 |
| September 2026 | $1,250 |
| October 2026 | $1,248 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 120 Hillside Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$50,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near 118 - 120 Hillside Avenue
Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School
101 catherine st
hartford, CT, 6106
PK, K-5Public
C-
Parkville Community School
47 new park ave
hartford, CT, 6106
PK, K-5Public
C-
Sanchez School
176 babcock st
hartford, CT, 6106
PK, K-5Public
C-
Burns Latino Studies Academy
195 putnam st
hartford, CT, 6106
PK, K-5Public
C-
Kennelly School
180 white st
hartford, CT, 6114
PK, K-8Public
C-
Neighborhood
Behind the Rocks | Hartford, CT
Getting around Hartford near 120 Hillside Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 120 Hillside Ave, Hartford
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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