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1285 Colonial Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17112, USA
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Floor plans
| 2BR/1.5BA | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | $1,575 /mo | 1 unit available | Charming 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhome available in the Colonial Park area. This home features fresh paint and brand new carpeting throughout, along with a spacious living room, eat-in kitchen, and convenient powder room on the first floor. The kitchen opens to a brand new patio deck with updated landscaping—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full hall bath. The unfinished basement includes washer/dryer hookups for your convenience. Located just minutes from restaurants, shopping, and major highways, and within the Central Dauphin School District. Tenant is responsible for water, sewer, and electric, while trash service is included in rent. Section 8 is not accepted. Pets will be considered with an approved PetScreening application and applicable fees. With an approved application, an in-person property tour will be scheduled prior to payment of the required security deposit. With payment of the security deposit, move in would need to occur within 30 days from the date the security deposit is paid. How to Apply: A completed application with application fee is required if you are interested in renting the property. The application is available on our website, www mikemurphyrentals com The non-refundable application fee is $35 per person age 18 or older. You will need to provide proof of income for the most recent 30 days (if you are paid weekly, submit your last 4 paystubs; if you are paid bi-weekly, submit your last 2 paystubs). To meet income qualifications, applicants’ combined weekly gross income must be near or equal to the monthly rent. We do not consider unemployment compensation. The application process includes a credit check, background check, landlord reference, and income verification. Unpaid eviction(s) and/or landlord judgment(s) may disqualify the application. Lease terms are one year, unless otherwise noted. |
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Amenities for 1285
Apartment Amenities
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Appliances
| Dishwasher | Refrigerator |
| Stove/Range |
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Building details
Property details
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About 1285
Charming 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhome available in the Colonial Park area. This home features fresh paint and brand new carpeting throughout, along with a spacious living room, eat-in kitchen, and convenient powder room on the first floor. The kitchen opens to a brand new patio deck with updated landscaping—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full hall bath. The unfinished basement includes washer/dryer hookups for your convenience. Located just minutes from restaurants, shopping, and major highways, and within the Central Dauphin School District. Tenant is responsible for water, sewer, and electric, while trash service is included in rent. Section 8 is not accepted. Pets will be considered with an approved PetScreening application and applicable fees. With an approved application, an in-person property tour will be scheduled prior to payment of the required security deposit. With payment of the security deposit, move in would need to occur within 30 days from the date the security deposit is paid. How to Apply: A completed application with application fee is required if you are interested in renting the property. The application is available on our website, www mikemurphyrentals com The non-refundable application fee is $35 per person age 18 or older. You will need to provide proof of income for the most recent 30 days (if you are paid weekly, submit your last 4 paystubs; if you are paid bi-weekly, submit your last 2 paystubs). To meet income qualifications, applicants’ combined weekly gross income must be near or equal to the monthly rent. We do not consider unemployment compensation. The application process includes a credit check, background check, landlord reference, and income verification. Unpaid eviction(s) and/or landlord judgment(s) may disqualify the application. Lease terms are one year, unless otherwise noted.
Property highlights
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Considerations
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Rent trends in Harrisburg
2-bedroom apartments at 1285 cost about 11% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Harrisburg.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Harrisburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $900 |
| October 2023 | $890 |
| November 2023 | $905 |
| December 2023 | $891 |
| January 2024 | $860 |
| February 2024 | $879 |
| 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 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Recommended income
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Schools near 1285
Mountain View Elementary School
400 gibbel rd
harrisburg, PA, 17112
K-5Public
B
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Getting around Harrisburg near 1285 Colonial Rd
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
0/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1285 Colonial Rd, Harrisburg
Groceries
2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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