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Grayco Apartments
115 North StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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1419 N 2nd St
HarrisburgPA17102
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HarrisburgPA17110
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Towne House Apartments
660 Boas StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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201 Kelker St, Unit Floor 2
201 Kelker StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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HarrisburgPA17103
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Market View Place
301 Market StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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B'nai B'rith Apartments
130 S 3rd StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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Glass Factory
1841 N 3rd StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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1249-1255 Market StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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The 1500 Condominium
1500 N 6th StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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101 S 2nd StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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306 S Front St
WormleysburgPA17043
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520-544 Walnut StLemoyne, PA 17043
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Hardscrabble, Harrisburg, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hardscrabble?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardscrabble Studio Apartments | $1,083 | $650 | $1,600 |
| Hardscrabble 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $775 | $2,080 |
| Hardscrabble 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,588 | $995 | $3,880 |
| Hardscrabble 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $1,100 | $1,638 |
| Hardscrabble 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $1,400 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Hardscrabble Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hardscrabble area of Harrisburg, PA is a Studio unit found at Towne House Apartments priced from $928. River Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Hardscrabble apartments for rent in Harrisburg, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towne House Apartments | The Hawk A | Studio,1BA | $928 |
| River Plaza | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Walnut Hill Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Market View Place | Vintage Keystone | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| HBG Realty SoMa | SOMA 19S - 303 | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Glass Factory | Oliver | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Executive House Apartments | The Keystone | Studio,1BA | $1,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hardscrabble, PA
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hardscrabble area is the $1.22 price per square foot 1341 S 12th St Model at 1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento in the in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Hardscrabble apartment is the 1815 Whitehall St Model at 1815 Whitehall St, Unit 3 starting at $1,350 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hardscrabble apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento | 1341 S 12th St | 4BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 1815 Whitehall St, Unit 3 | 1815 Whitehall St | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Hill Cafe Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 1838 N 3rd St, Unit 2 | 1838 N 3rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1042-1044 Walnut St | Chandler | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 201 Kelker St, Unit Floor 2 | 201 Kelker St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| HBG Realty MenakerFatt | F@TT - 402 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 1006 N 2nd St, Unit #1 | 1006 N 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Glass Factory | Oliver | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Walnut Hill Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Getting Around the Hardscrabble Neighborhood in Harrisburg, PA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hardscrabble Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hardscrabble?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hardscrabble is under $1,169.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hardscrabble?
The cheapest apartment in Hardscrabble is River Plaza which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Hardscrabble costs $1,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hardscrabble?
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 Hardscrabble that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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