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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Shared laundry
  • Private back patio
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Off street parking space

Location

255 Briggs Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17102, United States|Capital District
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Management

Midtown Property Management

Leasing office

(717) 820-9380

Property Overview

255 Briggs St presents a compelling opportunity for renters, featuring a prime location with excellent access to educational facilities, cultural centers, and numerous dining options. The property receives high ratings for amenities, price, and trustworthiness, emphasizing its competitive value and quality living experience. Notable highlights include hardwood floors, a private back patio, shared laundry, and off-street parking, making it an attractive choice for those seeking a vibrant community lifestyle.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 255 Briggs St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 255 Briggs 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath500 sqft$1,145 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to the 1 Bedroom on Briggs St, a spacious apartment located in the heart of Harrisburg. This apartment offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience, nestled between the vibrant uptown and downtown areas. The apartment features one bedroom and one bathroom, perfect for those seeking a modern and comfortable living space. The interior boasts hardwood floors throughout, adding a touch of elegance and warmth to the space. The apartment also offers a shared laundry facility, ensuring your laundry needs are met without the hassle. One of the standout features of this apartment is the private back patio, a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a long day. With its prime location and thoughtful amenities, the 1 Bedroom on Briggs St offers a living experience that is both comfortable and convenient. Water, trash and sewage included in rent. Shared laundry. Street/Permit parking. Off street parking space may be available for additional cost. Applicants are required to have a 600 or higher credit score, monthly income 3X the monthly rent and no past evictions. Criminal History will be assessed as part of the application. Property is

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RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite LaundrySewer
Shared Laundry
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 255 Briggs St

HomeApartments in HarrisburgCapital District 255 Briggs St

Welcome to the 1 Bedroom on Briggs St, a spacious apartment located in the heart of Harrisburg. This apartment offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience, nestled between the vibrant uptown and downtown areas. The apartment features one bedroom and one bathroom, perfect for those seeking a modern and comfortable living space. The interior boasts hardwood floors throughout, adding a touch of elegance and warmth to the space. The apartment also offers a shared laundry facility, ensuring your laundry needs are met without the hassle. One of the standout features of this apartment is the private back patio, a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind after a long day. With its prime location and thoughtful amenities, the 1 Bedroom on Briggs St offers a living experience that is both comfortable and convenient. Water, trash and sewage included in rent. Shared laundry. Street/Permit parking. Off street parking space may be available for additional cost. Applicants are required to have a 600 or higher credit score, monthly income 3X the monthly rent and no past evictions. Criminal History will be assessed as part of the application. Property is


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 255 Briggs St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 255 Briggs 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.
How we rated 255 Briggs St
Price·9A 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.
255 Briggs St stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
255 Briggs St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 255 Briggs 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.
255 Briggs 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 255 Briggs 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·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.

255 Briggs St is great for:

Social life

  • 196 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Area has 30 parks and recreation options
  • 32 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 255 Briggs St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Capital District

1-bedroom apartments at 255 Briggs St cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Capital District.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Capital District
Harrisburg
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harrisburg
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,046
January 2024$1,087
February 2024$1,072
March 2024$1,053
April 2024$1,062
May 2024$1,081
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
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Capital District
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$972
March 2024$950
April 2024$840
May 2024$950
June 2024$845
July 2024$837
August 2024$866
September 2024$1,050
February 2025$999
May 2025$847
June 2025$948
October 2025$995

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,145.
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Schools near 255 Briggs 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 255 Briggs Street

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

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

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 255 Briggs Street, Harrisburg

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

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
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within walking distance

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1 N 3rd St

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