Cheap Homes for Rent in Hardscrabble Neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA from $600 (8 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at River Plaza priced from $895. Towne House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $930. Here are the most affordable Hardscrabble apartments for rent in Harrisburg, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Plaza1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Towne House ApartmentsThe Forster AStudio,1BA$930
Market View PlaceVintage Keystone1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hardscrabble, PA

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hardscrabble area is the $0.64 price per square foot 1607 Derry St Model at 1607 Derry St in the in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Hardscrabble apartment is the 1229 Derry St Model at 1229 Derry St, Unit 1229 Derry street starting at $1,700 with a $1.13 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.
1607 Derry St1607 Derry St2BR,1BA$0.64
1229 Derry St, Unit 1229 Derry street1229 Derry St4BR,2BA$1.13
1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento1341 S 12th St4BR,1BA$1.22
Hill Cafe Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
1838 N 3rd St, Unit 3A1838 N 3rd St2BR,1BA$1.25
1042-1044 Walnut StChandler2BR,1BA$1.40
1603 Penn St, Unit 21603 Penn St2BR,1BA$1.47
Grayco Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.41
232 S 3rd St, Unit b232 S 3rd St1BR,1BA$1.38
Walnut Hill Apartments2 BR2BR,1BA$1.43

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hardscrabble, Harrisburg, PA

Ranked #9

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hardscrabble

What type of rentals are currently available in Hardscrabble?

There are currently 256 Apartments for Rent in Hardscrabble, PA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,000. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hardscrabble ranging from $650 to $2,395.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hardscrabble?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hardscrabble ranges from $650 to $2,395 with an average monthly rent of $1,471.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hardscrabble?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hardscrabble range from $1,200 to $2,181, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,220 to $2,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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