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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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132 State St

HarrisburgPA17101
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The 1500 Condominium
$1,053 - $2,415
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15

The 1500 Condominium

1500 N 6th StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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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
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1014 N 3rd St

1014 N 3rd StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Market View II
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Market View II

319 Market StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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916 Green St
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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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Magnolia Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Hills

35 Thomas StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Harrisburg, PA

Pricing Updated: 07/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Harrisburg, PA area range in price from $696 to $4,810 with an overall median price of $2,147. The three Harrisburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Uptown Harrisburg at $825, Uptown Harrisburg at $825, and Enclave at Camp Hill at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Harrisburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Uptown Harrisburg$1,495$82512
Uptown Harrisburg$1,495$82513
Enclave at Camp Hill$1,641$70069
Progress Colonial Park$1,830$69647
Brownstone Manor$1,865$1,12511
Salem Run$1,865$1,12511
Shade Gap$1,865$1,1257
Weigelstown$1,865$1,12511
Elizabethtown Mt Joy$2,090$900148
Holly Hill$2,125$1,3008

Cheapest Available Harrisburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Harrisburg, PA is a Studio unit found at Grayco Apartments in the Enclave at Camp Hill neighborhood priced from $700. Dewberry Station in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $794. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harrisburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grayco ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$700
Dewberry StationDewberry Station-8 - StudioStudio,1BA$794
2015 Market St, Harrisburg2015 Market St, Harrisburg - Apt 61BR,1BA$895
Walnut Hill ApartmentsApple Dr1BR,1BA$900
Glass FactoryStudioStudio,1BA$949
Market View PlaceVintage Keystone1BR,1BA$999
Willow Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Kellinger Greene2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$1,044

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harrisburg, PA

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harrisburg area is the $1.36 price per square foot Morgan FB/NG3 Model at Sunpointe Townhomes in the in the CCity Island neighborhood starting from $2,079. The second greatest value Harrisburg apartment is the 3628 Derry St Model at 3628 Derry St, Unit 3628 Derry street Unit 2 starting at $1,950 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the South Harrisburg 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.
Sunpointe TownhomesMorgan FB/NG33BR,2.5BA$1.36
3628 Derry St, Unit 3628 Derry street Unit 23628 Derry St3BR,1BA$1.30
Magnolia TerraceFirst Floor2BR,2BA$1.28
Kellinger Greene2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$0.91
1841 Susquehanna St, Unit 21841 Susquehanna St2BR,1BA$1.36
Willow Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.19
2710 S 2nd St, Unit A2710 S 2nd St2BR,1BA$1.10
Hill Cafe Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
2500 Brookwood St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37
21 Clinton Ave, Unit 121 Clinton Ave1BR,1BA$1.19

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harrisburg Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Harrisburg?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Harrisburg is under $1,044.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Harrisburg?

The cheapest apartment in Harrisburg is 2015 Market St, Harrisburg which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Harrisburg costs $2,147.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Harrisburg?

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 24 regular apartments in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?

Cheap apartments in Harrisburg have an average cost of $120 which is $2,027 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Harrisburg.

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