Cheap Homes for Rent in South Harrisburg Neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA from $800 (18 Rentals)

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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 Dewberry Station priced from $770. Towne House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable South Harrisburg apartments for rent in Harrisburg, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dewberry StationDewberry Station- 10 - StudioStudio,1BA$770
Towne House ApartmentsThe Hawk AStudio,1BA$920
HBG Realty SoMaSOMA 25SStudio,1BA$950
Market View PlaceVintage Keystone1BR,1BA$999
Executive House ApartmentsThe KeystoneStudio,1BA$1,090

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Harrisburg, PA

As of July 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Harrisburg area is the $0.76 price per square foot 343 Hummel St Model at 343 Hummel St, Unit 2 in the in the West Shore Mechanicsburg neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value South Harrisburg 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 South Harrisburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
343 Hummel St, Unit 2343 Hummel St3BR,1BA$0.76
1341 S 12th St, Unit Apartamento1341 S 12th St4BR,1BA$1.22
The FoxFOX - 102- 2 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.52
229 12th St229 12th St2BR,1BA$1.30
Hill Cafe Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Welcome to Downtown Living Excellence2BR POR2BR,2BA$1.68
349 Spruce St, Unit B349 Spruce St3BR,1BA$1.14
Pennsylvania Place2 BR2BR,1BA$1.72
Glass FactoryOliver1BR,1BA$1.57
222 S 3rd St222 S 3rd StStudio ,1BA$1.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Harrisburg

What type of rentals are currently available in South Harrisburg?

There are currently 242 Apartments for Rent in South Harrisburg, PA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,000. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Harrisburg ranging from $865 to $2,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Harrisburg ranges from $865 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,480.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Harrisburg range from $1,025 to $1,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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