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Highlights

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

Location

255 Briggs St, Harrisburg, PA 17102, USA|Capital District
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Management

Midtown Property Management

Leasing office

(717) 255-4298

Property Overview

255 Briggs St receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.6, reflecting its excellent pricing and impressive amenities, rated 9 out of 10. The property features a prime location with great access to entertainment options, coworking spaces, and recreational areas, making it ideal for both work and social life. Notable amenities include hardwood floors, shared laundry, a private back patio, and off-street parking, further enhancing its appeal to prospective renters.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 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
  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath529 sqft$1,050 /mo1 unit availableGreat unit for anyone who is looking for a one-bedroom apartment in a great location. Walkability is supreme in this apartment; just a couple of blocks away from the Capital and sandwiched in between Downtown and Uptown. The unit is fairly spacious with hardwood floors throughout. The apartment also features a small private covered back patio. Water, Sewer, and trash is included in rent. Shared laundry located in the basement. Street/Permit Parking. Off street parking available at additional cost. Applicants are required to have a 600 or higher credit score, gross monthly income of 3x the monthly rent and no past evictions. Criminal History will be assessed as part of the application. Section 8 is not permitted. At Midtown Property Management, all residents are enrolled in a Resident Benefits Package (RBP), designed to enhance your living experience and provide added convenience and value. This package includes a utilities concierge service, identity protection, rent rewards, credit building, and group-rate internet—often at a lower cost than securing these services individually. The total cost is $80/month, added to rent. Renter’s insurance is required for all tenants and must be maintained throughout the lease term. Additional details provided during application process.

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Amenities for 255 Briggs St

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite LaundryShared Laundry

Other

Water, Trash & Sewage
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

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 255 Briggs St

HomeApartments in HarrisburgCapital District 255 Briggs St

Great unit for anyone who is looking for a one-bedroom apartment in a great location. Walkability is supreme in this apartment; just a couple of blocks away from the Capital and sandwiched in between Downtown and Uptown. The unit is fairly spacious with hardwood floors throughout. The apartment also features a small private covered back patio. Water, Sewer, and trash is included in rent. Shared laundry located in the basement. Street/Permit Parking. Off street parking available at additional cost. Applicants are required to have a 600 or higher credit score, gross monthly income of 3x the monthly rent and no past evictions. Criminal History will be assessed as part of the application. Section 8 is not permitted. At Midtown Property Management, all residents are enrolled in a Resident Benefits Package (RBP), designed to enhance your living experience and provide added convenience and value. This package includes a utilities concierge service, identity protection, rent rewards, credit building, and group-rate internet—often at a lower cost than securing these services individually. The total cost is $80/month, added to rent. Renter’s insurance is required for all tenants and must be maintained throughout the lease term. Additional details provided during application process.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 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·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.
255 Briggs 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.
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

  • 195 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Area has 28 parks and recreation options
  • 33 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 3 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

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
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 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 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Capital District.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Capital District
Harrisburg
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harrisburg
MonthMedian Rent
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
December 2025$1,092
January 2026$1,098
February 2026$1,099
March 2026$1,096
April 2026$1,122
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Capital District
MonthMedian Rent
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
December 2025$995
January 2026$999
February 2026$988
March 2026$1,003
April 2026$1,075

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$42,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,050.
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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 St

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 St, 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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