Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capital District Harrisburg, PA from $500 (44 Rentals)

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1419 N 2nd St

HarrisburgPA17102

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Harmony Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harmony Tower

322 N 2nd StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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1014 N 3rd St
Studio Apartments

1014 N 3rd St

1014 N 3rd StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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916 Green St
1 Bedroom Apartments

916 Green St

916 Green StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Cumberland Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cumberland Court

518 Cumberland CtHarrisburg, PA 17102
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River Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Plaza

2311 N Front StHarrisburg, PA 17110
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Dewberry Station
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dewberry Station

318 Chestnut StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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Bellevue Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bellevue Towers

2400 Market StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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The Hamilton
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hamilton

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

1003 Capital St

1003 Capital StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Linden Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Linden Terrace

1201 N Front StHarrisburg, PA 17102
Senior Living
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The Mcfarland
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Mcfarland

1139 Mulberry StHarrisburg, PA 17104
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1601 N Front St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1601 N Front St

1601 N Front StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Residences on Market
1 Bedroom Apartments

Residences on Market

335 N Market StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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232 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

232 State St

232 State StEnola, PA 17025

Capital District, Harrisburg, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Capital District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capital District area of Harrisburg, PA is a Studio unit found at Grayco Apartments priced from $650. River Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Capital District apartments for rent in Harrisburg, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grayco ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$650
River Plaza0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Towne House ApartmentsThe Hawk AStudio,1BA$932
Dewberry StationDewberry Station - 4- 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935
Walnut Hill Apartments2 BR2BR,1BA$995
Market View PlaceVintage Keystone1BR,1BA$999
HBG Realty SoMaSOMA 19S - 3031BR,1BA$1,065
Glass FactoryOliver1BR,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capital District, PA

As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Capital District area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2 BED LOFT Model at The 1500 Condominium in the in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood starting from $1,987. The second greatest value Capital District apartment is the 1341 S 12th St Model at 1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento starting at $1,400 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capital District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The 1500 Condominium2 BED LOFT2BR,2BA$1.43
1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento1341 S 12th St4BR,1BA$1.22
1815 Whitehall St, Unit 31815 Whitehall St3BR,1BA$1.28
Hill Cafe Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
1838 N 3rd St, Unit 21838 N 3rd St2BR,1BA$1.39
Highland Park2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.59
201 Kelker St, Unit Floor 2201 Kelker St1BR,1BA$1.10
1006 N 2nd St, Unit #11006 N 2nd St1BR,1BA$1.03
Glass FactoryOliver1BR,1BA$1.57
Walnut Hill Apartments2 BR2BR,1BA$1.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Capital District, Harrisburg, PA

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Harrisburg, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Pennsylvania including Capital District, Harrisburg, and the greater Harrisburg area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Capital District Neighborhood in Harrisburg, PA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capital District Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Capital District?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Capital District is under $1,099.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capital District?

The cheapest apartment in Capital District is Dewberry Station which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in Capital District costs $1,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capital District?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Capital District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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