
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Harrisburg Neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA from $1,200 (6 Rentals)
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Downtown Harrisburg, Harrisburg, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Harrisburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Harrisburg 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
Downtown Harrisburg 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,145 | $2,145 | $2,145 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Harrisburg Neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Harrisburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Harrisburg area of Harrisburg, PA is a Studio unit found at Grayco Apartments priced from $650. Towne House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $928. Here are the most affordable Downtown Harrisburg apartments for rent in Harrisburg, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Grayco Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $650 |
Towne House Apartments | The Hawk A | Studio,1BA | $928 |
Market View Place | Vintage Keystone | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Harrisburg, PA
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Harrisburg area is the $1.72 price per square foot 2 BR Model at Pennsylvania Place in the in the Enclave at Camp Hill neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Downtown Harrisburg apartment is the F@TT - 402 Model at HBG Realty MenakerFatt starting at $1,290 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Harrisburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pennsylvania Place | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
HBG Realty MenakerFatt | F@TT - 402 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Dilks Properties of Harrisburg | Haly | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
Glass Factory | Oliver | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Executive House Apartments | The Luxor | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
B'nai B'rith Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
411 Walnut St | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
The Fox | FOX 302- 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
HBG Realty Benmar | Benmar 116 - 302 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Towne House Apartments | The Hawk A | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Harrisburg
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Harrisburg?
There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Harrisburg, PA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,880. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Harrisburg ranging from $1,250 to $2,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Harrisburg?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Harrisburg ranges from $1,250 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,865.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Harrisburg?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Harrisburg range from $1,350 to $1,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,145 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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