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Highlights
- Original hardwood flooring
- Private courtyard
- Beautiful townhome
Location
1520 Penn St, Harrisburg, PA 17102, USA|Old Uptown Historic District
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Property Overview
Original hardwood flooring, a private courtyard, and a beautiful townhome setting stand out, along with 13 photos that offer a quick look at the space. The location also supports an active routine with transit options, walkable nearby areas, 171 restaurants within 1 mile, and a diverse mix of age groups in the community.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
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Social life
Amenities for 1520 Penn St, Old Uptown Historic District
Features
| Balcony | Baseboard |
| Electric Heating | Hardwood Floor |
| Three Floors |
Community
| Basement | Exterior Type: Brick |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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About 1520 Penn St
Property Status: Active SEASONAL PROMOTION...FIRST MONTH FREE ONLY WITH A 13-MONTH LEASE!! Beautiful townhome available for lease. This home offers all original hardwood flooring, private courtyard and a balcony off the large full bathroom. There are two bedrooms on the second floor and a large primary bedroom on the third floor. Office Phone: (717) 775-7000 Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1520 Penn St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Old Uptown Historic District |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 17102 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Old Uptown Historic District
3-bedroom apartments at 1520 Penn St cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Harrisburg.
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Old Uptown Historic District
Harrisburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,822 |
| October 2024 | $1,753 |
| November 2024 | $1,772 |
| December 2024 | $1,751 |
| January 2025 | $1,722 |
| February 2025 | $1,783 |
| March 2025 | $1,708 |
| April 2025 | $1,817 |
| May 2025 | $1,820 |
| June 2025 | $1,900 |
| July 2025 | $1,771 |
| August 2025 | $1,735 |
| September 2025 | $1,736 |
| October 2025 | $1,618 |
| November 2025 | $1,570 |
| December 2025 | $1,572 |
| January 2026 | $1,570 |
| February 2026 | $1,544 |
| March 2026 | $1,555 |
| April 2026 | $1,769 |
| May 2026 | $1,632 |
| June 2026 | $1,643 |
| July 2026 | $1,682 |
| August 2026 | $1,619 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $1,395 |
| April 2025 | $1,383 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1520 Penn St
Benjamin Franklin School
1205 n 6th st
harrisburg, PA, 17110
PK, K-5Public
C-
Downey School
1313 monroe st
harrisburg, PA, 17103
K-5Public
C-
Scott School
1900 derry st
harrisburg, PA, 17104
K-5Public
C-
Melrose School
2041 berryhill st
harrisburg, PA, 17104
K-5Public
C-
Foose School
1301 sycamore st
harrisburg, PA, 17104
PK, K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Harrisburg near 1520 Penn St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1520 Penn St, Harrisburg
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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