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HersheyPA17033
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549 N Front St

SteeltonPA17113
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2398 Canby St

HarrisburgPA17103
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117 Valley St

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Harrisburg, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Harrisburg, PA

Pricing Updated: 11/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Harrisburg, PA area range in price from $725 to $4,250 with an overall median price of $2,232. The three Harrisburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Harrisburg at $1,100, Holly Hill at $1,450, and Shade Gap at $1,325. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Harrisburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Harrisburg$1,795$1,1004
Holly Hill$1,825$1,4502
Shade Gap$1,825$1,3252
Weigelstown$1,845$8756
Stonebridge$1,900$1,6002
Stonebridge Crossing$1,900$1,6002
Capital District$1,908$95044
Capital Heights$1,908$95035
East Harrisburg$1,908$95032
Fox Ridge Historic District$1,908$95041

Cheapest Available Harrisburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Harrisburg, PA is a Studio unit found at River Plaza in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood priced from $750. Capital Pointe by OneWall in the Progress Colonial Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $859. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harrisburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Plaza0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Capital Pointe by OneWallOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$859
B'nai B'rith ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$922
Towne House ApartmentsThe Forster AStudio,1BA$930
Whisperwood ApartmentsThe BrookfieldStudio,1BA$933
Dewberry StationDewberry Station - 4- 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935
Glass FactoryStudioStudio,1BA$949
Wedgewood Hills Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$990
Station Lofts2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harrisburg, PA

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harrisburg area is the $1.26 price per square foot The Tanzanite Model at Stone Gate Village in the in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood starting from $1,892. The second greatest value Harrisburg apartment is the Standard Second Floor Model at Magnolia Terrace starting at $1,675 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the East Shore Central 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.
Stone Gate VillageThe Tanzanite3BR,2.5BA$1.26
Magnolia TerraceStandard Second Floor2BR,2BA$1.25
415 9th St, Unit 415-1415 9th St2BR,1BA$1.29
1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento1341 S 12th St4BR,1BA$1.22
Steeple ChaseThe Bower2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Kellinger Greene2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.23
700 Benton St, Unit Apt 2700 Benton St2BR,1BA$1.29
Hill Cafe Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Willow Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Nittany Place-Student Housing2 BR/1 Full Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harrisburg

What type of rentals are currently available in Harrisburg?

There are currently 599 Apartments for Rent in Harrisburg, PA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $4,810. There are also 182 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harrisburg ranging from $200 to $4,250.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harrisburg ranges from $200 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,190.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harrisburg range from $1,095 to $4,810, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.