
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cumberland County, PA from $300 (22 Rentals)
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409 S High St

543 Bridge St

212 E King St

33 S Penn St

101 Brookside Ave

541 Bridge St
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444 N Hanover St

21 W Main St

Orchard Crest Apartments

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Dawn Ridge

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232 State St

423 Shippensburg Rd

Pine Ridge

Twin Pines

Flats at Factory Square

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Cumberland County, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cumberland County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland County Studio Apartments | $1,126 | $750 | $2,369 |
| Cumberland County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $795 | $2,053 |
| Cumberland County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $850 | $4,741 |
| Cumberland County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $950 | $4,810 |
| Cumberland County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,371 | $1,675 | $2,789 |
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Cheapest Available Cumberland County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cumberland County, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Walnut Hill Apartments in the Enclave at Camp Hill neighborhood priced from $900. ReVi Harrisburg in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cumberland County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Hill Apartments | Apple Dr | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| ReVi Harrisburg | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cottages of Shippensburg, 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Preble Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Frederick Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cumberland County, PA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cumberland County area is the $1.35 price per square foot SF4x2E Model at Smith Farm Townhomes in the in the Carlisle neighborhood starting from $2,201. The second greatest value Cumberland County apartment is the 2 bedroom townhome Model at Highland Park starting at $1,872 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Enclave at Camp Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cumberland County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Farm Townhomes | SF4x2E | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Highland Park | 2 bedroom townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Smith Farm Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Dawn Ridge | 3 Bedroom 1246sf | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| CenterPointe Apartments | A Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Spring Lake Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Elmwood Apartments | Oak | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Cottages of Shippensburg, 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Orchard Crest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Preble Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cumberland County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cumberland County?
The cheapest apartment in Cumberland County is Walnut Hill Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Cumberland County costs $2,201.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cumberland County?
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 2 regular apartments in Cumberland County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cumberland County?
Cheap apartments in Cumberland County have an average cost of $145 which is $2,056 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cumberland County.
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