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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Tile flooring
  • Energy efficient vinyl windows
  • Spacious 1st floor apartment

Location

1936 Walnut St, Harrisburg, PA 17103, USA|East Harrisburg
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Management

Pennwood Real Estate

Leasing office

(844) 432-0229 ext. 2051

Property Overview

1936 Walnut Street is a competitively priced first-floor apartment with tile flooring and energy-efficient vinyl windows, earning an overall expert rating of 8.4/10 and top marks for price, location, and value per square foot. Strong amenities, detailed and transparent listing information, nearby highly rated schools, and convenient access to transportation add to its appeal. Tile and hard-surface flooring plus nearby pet supply and grooming services also make it a solid option for pet owners.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1936 Walnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1936 Walnut Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1936 Walnut Street - 31 bed1 bath899 sqft$850 /moCome check out this nice and affordable one bed apartment tucked away on a quiet block next to Reservoir Park. This spacious 1st floor apartment has tile flooring, energy efficient vinyl windows with electric heat, and your own private kitchen and bathroom. With water, sewer, and trash included in the rent it's hard to find a more affordable place in today's market. Located a quick drive to Capital and Downtown Harrisburg and easy access to I-83 and I-81 making it a convenient location for your everyday travels. Tenant is responsible for electric and trash. Pets are considered on a case-by-case basis ($300 deposit and $30/mo. extra per pet). This place is a participant in section 8 housing voucher program. Qualifications to be accepted are a 600+ credit score (if 550-600 we may require a higher deposit), household monthly income to be at least 3x rent, and no prior eviction filings or current collections. Please contact Pennwood Real Estate today to get an application or to reach out w

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Amenities for 1936 Walnut Street

Apartment Amenities

Utilities/SewerWater

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 1936 Walnut Street

HomeApartments in HarrisburgEast Harrisburg 1936 Walnut Street

Come check out this nice and affordable one bed apartment tucked away on a quiet block next to Reservoir Park. This spacious 1st floor apartment has tile flooring, energy efficient vinyl windows with electric heat, and your own private kitchen and bathroom. With water, sewer, and trash included in the rent it's hard to find a more affordable place in today's market. Located a quick drive to Capital and Downtown Harrisburg and easy access to I-83 and I-81 making it a convenient location for your everyday travels. Tenant is responsible for electric and trash. Pets are considered on a case-by-case basis ($300 deposit and $30/mo. extra per pet). This place is a participant in section 8 housing voucher program. Qualifications to be accepted are a 600+ credit score (if 550-600 we may require a higher deposit), household monthly income to be at least 3x rent, and no prior eviction filings or current collections. Please contact Pennwood Real Estate today to get an application or to reach out with any questions. Listed by Travis Wylie VIP Realty/Pennwood (RB067361) PA License# RS354908 Cell: 717-461-9991 204 King Ave Harrisburg PA 17109 Office: 717-412-0254


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1936 Walnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1936 Walnut Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1936 Walnut Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1936 Walnut Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1936 Walnut Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1936 Walnut Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1936 Walnut Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

1936 Walnut Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 1936 Walnut Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 391 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in East Harrisburg

1-bedroom apartments at 1936 Walnut Street cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Harrisburg.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
East Harrisburg
Harrisburg
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harrisburg
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,082
June 2024$1,139
July 2024$1,175
August 2024$1,148
September 2024$1,150
October 2024$1,124
November 2024$1,119
December 2024$1,184
January 2025$1,201
February 2025$1,198
March 2025$1,151
April 2025$1,113
May 2025$1,104
June 2025$1,136
July 2025$1,121
August 2025$1,109
September 2025$1,090
October 2025$1,048
November 2025$1,037
December 2025$1,092
January 2026$1,098
February 2026$1,099
March 2026$1,096
April 2026$1,129
May 2026$1,150
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Harrisburg
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$875
June 2024$875
July 2024$868
August 2024$857
September 2024$888
October 2024$862
November 2024$789
January 2025$925
February 2025$950
March 2025$973
April 2025$956
May 2025$977
June 2025$937
July 2025$873
August 2025$872
September 2025$917
October 2025$948
November 2025$915
December 2025$909
January 2026$928
February 2026$922
March 2026$970
April 2026$898
May 2026$885

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$34,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $850.
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Schools near 1936 Walnut Street

Scott School

1900 derry st

harrisburg, PA, 17104

K-5Public
C-

Downey School

1313 monroe st

harrisburg, PA, 17103

K-5Public
C-

Melrose School

2041 berryhill st

harrisburg, PA, 17104

K-5Public
C-

Benjamin Franklin School

1205 n 6th st

harrisburg, PA, 17110

PK, K-5Public
C-

Foose School

1301 sycamore st

harrisburg, PA, 17104

PK, K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Harrisburg near 1936 Walnut St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1936 Walnut St, Harrisburg

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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