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212 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA 17102, USA
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
High school nearby
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Floor plans
| 212 Forster St - 4 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $899 /mo | 1 Bedroom 1 bath apartment coming soon on Forster St. Pets permitted with breed and weight restrictions for additional monthly fee. $300 SECURITY DEPOSIT SPECIAL! $25APPLICATION FEE ! Application requirements - 550 credit score, 2.5x income, good landlord reference. Anyone 18+ must apply separately. *Unpaid eviction(s) and/or judgement may disqualify the application. An approved application must be on file in order to schedule a showing! For serious inquiries, please complete an application online at: https lbr-properties com Feel free to call us with any questions 717-512-0065 Lease Terms 12 or 18 months Street Parking No Laundry Electric Heating * Private Entrance * Hardwood Flooring * Tiled Shower * Recess Light * Front Porch |
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Amenities for 212 Forster St
Apartment Amenities
| Trash Included | Utilities/Sewer |
| Water |
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About 212 Forster St
1 Bedroom 1 bath apartment coming soon on Forster St. Pets permitted with breed and weight restrictions for additional monthly fee. $300 SECURITY DEPOSIT SPECIAL! $25APPLICATION FEE ! Application requirements - 550 credit score, 2.5x income, good landlord reference. Anyone 18+ must apply separately. *Unpaid eviction(s) and/or judgement may disqualify the application. An approved application must be on file in order to schedule a showing! For serious inquiries, please complete an application online at: https lbr-properties com Feel free to call us with any questions 717-512-0065 Lease Terms 12 or 18 months Street Parking No Laundry Electric Heating * Private Entrance * Hardwood Flooring * Tiled Shower * Recess Light * Front Porch
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 212 Forster St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 212 Forster St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
212 Forster St 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·9A 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.
212 Forster St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash included. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 212 Forster St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
212 Forster St 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 212 Forster St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
212 Forster St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
212 Forster St is great for:
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 212 Forster St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Harrisburg
1-bedroom apartments at 212 Forster St cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Harrisburg.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Harrisburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $860 |
| April 2024 | $865 |
| May 2024 | $880 |
| June 2024 | $880 |
| July 2024 | $880 |
| August 2024 | $880 |
| September 2024 | $881 |
| October 2024 | $880 |
| November 2024 | $880 |
| December 2024 | $880 |
| January 2025 | $880 |
| February 2025 | $880 |
| March 2025 | $880 |
| April 2025 | $908 |
| May 2025 | $925 |
| June 2025 | $948 |
| July 2025 | $912 |
| August 2025 | $895 |
| September 2025 | $880 |
| October 2025 | $880 |
| November 2025 | $881 |
| December 2025 | $893 |
| January 2026 | $909 |
| February 2026 | $906 |
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Can I afford to live at 212 Forster St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$35,960/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $899.
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Schools near 212 Forster 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-
Foose School
1301 sycamore st
harrisburg, PA, 17104
PK, K-5Public
C-
Melrose School
2041 berryhill st
harrisburg, PA, 17104
K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Harrisburg near 212 Forster St
Walking
10/10
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
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 212 Forster St, Harrisburg
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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