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Harrisburg, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Harrisburg, PA

Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Harrisburg, PA area range in price from $795 to $3,600 with an overall median price of $2,108. The three Harrisburg neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Holly Hill at $1,600, Stonebridge at $1,600, and Stonebridge Crossing at $1,600. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Harrisburg Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Holly Hill$1,600$1,6001
Stonebridge$1,650$1,6002
Stonebridge Crossing$1,650$1,6002
Downtown Harrisburg$1,700$8005
East Harrisburg$1,850$79520
Progress Colonial Park$1,850$85018
South Harrisburg$1,875$79530
Capital District$1,900$80032
Capital Heights$1,900$80025
Fox Ridge Historic District$1,900$80028

Cheapest Available Harrisburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Harrisburg, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Plaza in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood priced from $895. ReVi Harrisburg in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Harrisburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Plaza1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
ReVi HarrisburgSTUDIO1BR,1BA$899
Towne House ApartmentsThe Hawk AStudio,1BA$907
B'nai B'rith ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$922
HBG Realty SoMaSOMA 25SStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harrisburg, PA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harrisburg area is the $1.24 price per square foot The Alden Model at Monticello Heights Townhomes in the in the Progress Colonial Park neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Harrisburg apartment is the 1229 Derry St Model at 1229 Derry St, Unit 1229 Derry street starting at $1,950 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the West Shore Mechanicsburg 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.
Monticello Heights TownhomesThe Alden3BR,2.5BA$1.24
1229 Derry St, Unit 1229 Derry street1229 Derry St4BR,2BA$1.30
Stone Gate VillageThe Tanzanite3BR,2.5BA$1.36
1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento1341 S 12th St4BR,1BA$1.22
Whisperwood ApartmentsThe Centerfield2BR,1.5BA$1.12
Riverview Heights ApartmentsNo In-Person Tours Available2BR,1.5BA$1.30
Hill Cafe Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
349 Spruce St, Unit B349 Spruce St3BR,1BA$1.14
237 Hanshue Rd, Unit C237 Hanshue Rd1BR,1BA$0.86
ReVi HarrisburgSTUDIO1BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harrisburg

What type of rentals are currently available in Harrisburg?

There are currently 584 Apartments for Rent in Harrisburg, PA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $5,106. There are also 155 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harrisburg ranging from $795 to $3,300.

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 $795 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,645.

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 $1,025 to $5,106, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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