Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hardscrabble Neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA from $500 (34 Rentals)

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1918 State St

HarrisburgPA17103

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Harmony Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harmony Tower

322 N 2nd StHarrisburg, PA 17101
Senior Living
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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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Dewberry Station
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dewberry Station

318 Chestnut StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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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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River Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Plaza

2311 N Front StHarrisburg, PA 17110
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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
Student Housing
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232 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

232 State St

232 State StEnola, PA 17025
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Red Oak Acres
2 Bedroom Apartments

Red Oak Acres

6 Marshall DrCamp Hill, PA 17011

Hardscrabble, Harrisburg, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hardscrabble Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hardscrabble area of Harrisburg, PA is a Studio unit found at Grayco Apartments priced from $760. Dewberry Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable Hardscrabble apartments for rent in Harrisburg, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grayco ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$760
Dewberry StationDewberry Station- 10 - StudioStudio,1BA$770
Towne House ApartmentsThe Hawk AStudio,1BA$928
River Plaza1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$950
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
Executive House ApartmentsThe KeystoneStudio,1BA$1,110

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hardscrabble, PA

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hardscrabble area is the $1.39 price per square foot cpC Model at Commerce Park Apartments in the in the Old Uptown Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Hardscrabble 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 Hardscrabble apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Commerce Park ApartmentscpC2BR,2BA$1.39
1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento1341 S 12th St4BR,1BA$1.22
629 Herman Ave, Unit First Floor629 Herman Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
Hill Cafe Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Riverview Heights ApartmentsNo In-Person Tours Available2BR,1.5BA$1.30
1838 N 3rd St, Unit 21838 N 3rd St2BR,1BA$1.28
1042-1044 Walnut StChandler2BR,1BA$1.47
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
Hardscrabble, Harrisburg, PA

Ranked #12

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 Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Hardscrabble, Harrisburg, and the greater Harrisburg area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

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 $1,110.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hardscrabble?

The cheapest apartment in Hardscrabble is Dewberry Station which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in Hardscrabble costs $1,947.

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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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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