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Highlights

  • Onsite laundry
  • Private entrance
  • Off street parking
  • New vinyl plank flooring
  • No smoking
  • Open downstairs floor plan

Location

Mechanicsburg, PA 17055, USA
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Management

Neidlinger Rentals LLC

Leasing office

(717) 297-6724

Property Overview

401 -479 Garden Drive scores well for value, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10 and strong ratings across price, amenities, and convenience. It also offers onsite laundry, a private entrance, off-street parking, new vinyl plank flooring, a no-smoking setting, and an open downstairs floor plan, with value-for-money standing out compared with many nearby properties.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” 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, 401 -479 Garden Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 -479 Garden Drive 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,100 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy this quiet one bedroom apartment in Mechanicsburg. Freshly painted and new vinyl plank flooring in the open downstairs floor plan, with new carpet on the second floor. An added bonus of a private entrance with a side patio area that offers a locked storage shed. The property offers onsite laundry and off street parking in a nice neighborhood! Tenant is responsible for water/trash/electric. No smoking. Monthly Rent: $1100 Security Deposit: $1100 Application Fee: $35 (non-refundable) Lease Processing Fee: $100 NeidlingerRentals. com QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Income at least 3x the monthly rent Employment and income verification No landlord/tenant complaints or previous evictions No unpaid car loans, phone bills, utility bills, etc. No serious criminal history PET POLICY If pets are permitted in a property, the following are required: Monthly Pet Fee of $50 Per Pet Pet Fee of $500 (non-refundable) Prohibited Dog Breeds: Akita, Show, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Sharpei, Wolf Hybrid, Husky, German Shepherd

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QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Income at least 3x the monthly rent Employment and income verification No landlord/tenant complaints or previous evictions No unpaid car loans, phone bills, utility bills, etc. No serious criminal history PET POLICY If pets are permitted in a property, the following are required: Monthly Pet Fee of $50 Per Pet Pet Fee of $500 (non-refundable) Prohibited Dog Breeds: Akita, Show, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Sharpei, Wolf Hybrid, Husky, German Shepherd


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, 401 -479 Garden Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 -479 Garden Drive 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 401 -479 Garden Drive
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.
401 -479 Garden Drive 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.
401 -479 Garden Drive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including range. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 401 -479 Garden Drive 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.
401 -479 Garden Drive 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 401 -479 Garden Drive 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.

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 401 -479 Garden Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Mechanicsburg

1-bedroom apartments at 401 -479 Garden Drive cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Mechanicsburg.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Mechanicsburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Mechanicsburg
MonthMedian Rent
December 2025$875
May 2026$950

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Schools near 401 -479 Garden Drive

Upper Allen Elementary School

1790 s market st

mechanicsburg, PA, 17055

1-3Public
B+

Shepherdstown Elementary School

1849 s york st

mechanicsburg, PA, 17055

1-3Public
B+

Elmwood Academy

100 e elmwood ave

mechanicsburg, PA, 17055

4-5Public
B+

Kindergarten Academy

600 s norway st

mechanicsburg, PA, 17055

KPublic
A-

Broad Street Elementary School

200 s broad st

mechanicsburg, PA, 17055

1-3Public
B+
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Getting around PA 17055 near Mechanicsburg

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Groceries

6/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive

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