Cheap Apartments for Rent in Harrisburg, PA from $500(94 Rentals)

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2418 State St
$790Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

2418 State St

Harrisburg, PA 17103
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1602 N 3rd St
$1,0751 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1602 N 3rd St

Harrisburg, PA 17102
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1014 N 3rd St Apartments
from $550Studio Apartments

1014 N 3rd St

1014 N 3rd StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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916 Green St Apartments
from $6501 Bedroom Apartments

916 Green St

916 Green StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Cumberland Court Apartments
from $6861 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cumberland Court

518 Cumberland CtHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Market View II Apartments
from $695Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Market View II

319 Market StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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Magnolia Hills Apartments
from $7151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Hills

35 Thomas StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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Pheasant Hill Estates Apartments
from $7331 Bedroom Apartments

Pheasant Hill Estates

4400 Pheasant Hill RdHarrisburg, PA 17110
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Shell Street Apartments
from $7451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shell Street Apartments

213 Shell StHarrisburg, PA 17109
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Magnolia Gardens Apartments
from $7551 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Gardens

210 Hale AveHarrisburg, PA 17104
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Dewberry Station Apartments
from $770Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Dewberry Station

318 Chestnut StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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Bellevue Towers Apartments
from $8201 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bellevue Towers

2400 Market StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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The Hamilton Apartments
from $8251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hamilton

1700 N Second StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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1003 Capital St Apartments
from $825Studio Apartments

1003 Capital St

1003 Capital StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Linden Terrace Apartments
from $8281 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Linden Terrace

1201 N Front StHarrisburg, PA 17102
Senior Living
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The Mcfarland Apartments
from $8623 Bedroom Apartments

The Mcfarland

1139 Mulberry StHarrisburg, PA 17104
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Penn Square Apartments
from $875Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Penn Square Apartments

400 S 30th StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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1601 N Front St Apartments
from $9501 Bedroom Apartments

1601 N Front St

1601 N Front StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Harrisburg, PA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Harrisburg, PA

Pricing Updated: 12/22/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Harrisburg, PA area range in price from $480 to $4,810 with an overall median price of $2,108. The three Harrisburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Harrisburg at $550, Hardscrabble at $550, and Capital District at $550. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Harrisburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Harrisburg$1,400$550100
Hardscrabble$1,425$550104
Capital District$1,495$550107
Capital Heights$1,497$550106
Fox Ridge Historic District$1,497$550106
Elizabethtown Mt Joy$1,595$48032
Brownstone Manor$1,745$85041
Salem Run$1,745$85041
Weigelstown$1,745$85041
East Harrisburg$2,000$55086

Cheapest Available Harrisburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Harrisburg, PA is a Studio unit found at Harmony Tower in the Enclave at Camp Hill neighborhood priced from $537. Dewberry Station in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harrisburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harmony TowerStudioStudio,1BA$537
Dewberry StationDewberry Station- 10 - StudioStudio,1BA$770
ReVi HarrisburgSTUDIOStudio,1BA$799
Pennswood Apartments and Townhomes1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$945
College Park2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$960
River Plaza1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$975
Capital Pointe by OneWallOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$994
Walnut Hill Apartments2 BR2BR,1BA$995
Market View PlaceVintage Keystone1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harrisburg, PA

As of December 22, 2024 the best value apartment in the Harrisburg area is the $0.89 price per square foot The Jefferson Model at Monticello Heights Townhomes in the in the Progress Colonial Park neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Harrisburg apartment is the The Cambridge Model at Blue Meadows Farm starting at $1,629 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the East Shore Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harrisburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Monticello Heights TownhomesThe Jefferson4BR,3.5BA$0.89
Blue Meadows FarmThe Cambridge2BR,2.5BA$0.81
2233 Jefferson St, Unit Lolita Morgan2233 Jefferson St1BR,1BA$0.46
The 1500 Condominium2 BED2BR,2BA$1.09
Alpine Heights at Hershey859- 2 Story House with deck- WST incl.2BR,2BA$1.15
3628 Derry St, Unit 3628 Derry street Unit 23628 Derry St3BR,1BA$1.00
224 Cocoa Ave, Unit 1224 Cocoa Ave1BR,1.5BA$1.07
7 Fargreen Rd, Unit 2nd Floor7 Fargreen Rd2BR,1BA$1.16
1201 Bridge St1201 Bridge St3BR,1.5BA$1.17
Paxton ParkTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.17

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Harrisburg Overview

As the state capital of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg has a lot to offer. It has a history that dates back to before America became independent and has remained an important part of Pennsylvania and the country as a whole. It is uniquely situated on the Susquehanna River, giving this smaller city some amazing views and inspiring plenty of festivals, art, and community. Harrisburg is a city of significance that is all its own, and any person would be lucky to live in such a historic and cultural place.

Why live in Harrisburg, PA?

Living in apartments in Harrisburg is a great alternative to living in a huge city like Philadelphia, as it still offers all the rich history and culture that many cities in Pennsylvania provide. Plus, it has its own importance as the state’s capital. Harrisburg is also situated in the beautiful and fertile Dutch Country of Pennsylvania, it offers the hustle and bustle of city life, but affords the opportunity to easily escape for a relaxing country weekend. Forbes also rated Harrisburg as the second best place to raise a family in the US in 2010, so clearly the city’s doing something right.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Harrisburg, PA

Ranked #176

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Harrisburg, PA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

16 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harrisburg Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harrisburg?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harrisburg is at Harmony Tower listed at $537.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harrisburg Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harrisburg Apartment is $780 at Harmony Tower.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harrisburg Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harrisburg is starting from $960 at College Park.

What is the most affordable Harrisburg Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Harrisburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairmount Park Apartments and starts from $1,500.

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