Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Harrisburg Neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA from $500 (55 Rentals)

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$995

2 Bedroom Rentals

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50 N 18th 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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Market View II
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Market View II

319 Market StHarrisburg, PA 17101
Student Housing
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Cumberland Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cumberland Court

518 Cumberland CtHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Magnolia Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Hills

35 Thomas StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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Dewberry Station
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dewberry Station

318 Chestnut StHarrisburg, PA 17101
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The Hamilton
Studio 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
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The Mcfarland
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Mcfarland

1139 Mulberry StHarrisburg, PA 17104
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Penn Square Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Penn Square Apartments

400 S 30th StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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Bellevue Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bellevue Towers

2400 Market StHarrisburg, PA 17103
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1601 N Front St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1601 N Front St

1601 N Front StHarrisburg, PA 17102
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Scottsdale Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Scottsdale Apartments

1021 S Progress AveHarrisburg, PA 17111
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Magnolia Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Gardens

210 Hale AveHarrisburg, PA 17104
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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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South Harrisburg, Harrisburg, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Harrisburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Harrisburg area of Harrisburg, PA is a Studio unit found at Grayco Apartments priced from $700. Dewberry Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $793. Here are the most affordable South Harrisburg apartments for rent in Harrisburg, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grayco ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$700
Dewberry StationDewberry Station-7 - StudioStudio,1BA$793
B'nai B'rith ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$922
Towne House ApartmentsThe Forster AStudio,1BA$934
Glass FactoryStudioStudio,1BA$949
Magnolia Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
2500 Brookwood St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Market View PlaceVintage Keystone1BR,1BA$999
The 1500 CondominiumSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,053
Executive House ApartmentsThe AspenStudio,1BA$1,090

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Harrisburg, PA

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Harrisburg 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 South Harrisburg apartment is the 3628 Derry St Model at 3628 Derry St, Unit 3628 Derry street Unit 2 starting at $1,500 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the South Harrisburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Harrisburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1607 Derry St1607 Derry St2BR,1BA$0.64
3628 Derry St, Unit 3628 Derry street Unit 23628 Derry St3BR,1BA$1.00
1404 N 3rd St, Unit Zachary1404 N 3rd St2BR,1BA$0.73
1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento1341 S 12th St4BR,1BA$1.22
Chestnut PointeThe Pointe3BR,2BA$1.26
1811 Mulberry St, Unit C1811 Mulberry St1BR,1BA$1.10
1005 N 2nd St, Unit Riverwalk House1005 N 2nd St1BR,1BA$1.60
Hill Cafe Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
643 2nd St, Unit 2nd643 2nd St2BR,1BA$1.50
HBG Realty MenakerFattF@TT - 2021BR,1BA$1.61

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Harrisburg, Harrisburg, PA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Pennsylvania, including Harrisburg. 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 outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Harrisburg Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Harrisburg?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Harrisburg is under $1,090.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Harrisburg?

The cheapest apartment in South Harrisburg is Dewberry Station which is listed at $963, while the average apartment in South Harrisburg costs $1,795.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Harrisburg?

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 4 regular apartments in South Harrisburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Harrisburg?

Cheap apartments in South Harrisburg have an average cost of $221 which is $1,574 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Harrisburg.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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!