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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Granite counters
  • Shared laundry facilities
  • Abundant storage space
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Beautifully designed

Location

255 Boas St, Harrisburg, PA 17102, USA
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Management

Midtown Property Management

Leasing office

(717) 820-9899

Property Overview

255 Boas Street is highly rated overall, achieving an 8.6 from Zumper, indicating it is an excellent choice for renters. With competitive pricing and a robust amenities rating of 9 out of 10, the property stands out in its market. Additionally, its prime location offers unmatched access to parks, entertainment options, and dining, enhancing the overall living experience.

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 Boas Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 255 Boas Street 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

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath575 sqft$1,395 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to the 2 Bedroom on Boas St, a charming apartment located in the heart of Harrisburg. This apartment boasts two spacious bedrooms, including a large primary bedroom that offers ample space for relaxation. The apartment features a single, well-appointed bathroom. The interior is beautifully designed with hardwood floors throughout, adding a touch of elegance and warmth to your living space. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and abundant storage space, perfect for those who love to cook. Additionally, the shared laundry facilities add convenience to your daily routine. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and style in this Midtown apartment. Water, Sewer, Trash, and shared laundry is included. Tenant pays electric. Street/Permit Parking. Applicants are required to have a 600 or higher credit score, gross 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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Apartment Amenities

Trash

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MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Onsite Laundry

Other

Water & Sewage
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About 255 Boas Street

HomeApartments in Harrisburg 255 Boas Street

Welcome to the 2 Bedroom on Boas St, a charming apartment located in the heart of Harrisburg. This apartment boasts two spacious bedrooms, including a large primary bedroom that offers ample space for relaxation. The apartment features a single, well-appointed bathroom. The interior is beautifully designed with hardwood floors throughout, adding a touch of elegance and warmth to your living space. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and abundant storage space, perfect for those who love to cook. Additionally, the shared laundry facilities add convenience to your daily routine. Experience the perfect blend of comfort and style in this Midtown apartment. Water, Sewer, Trash, and shared laundry is included. Tenant pays electric. Street/Permit Parking. Applicants are required to have a 600 or higher credit score, gross 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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 255 Boas Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 255 Boas Street 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 Boas Street
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 Boas Street 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 Boas Street 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 Boas Street 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 Boas Street 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 Boas Street 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 Boas Street is great for:

Social life

  • 154 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Area has 25 parks and recreation options
  • 66 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers 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 Boas Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Harrisburg

2-bedroom apartments at 255 Boas Street cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Harrisburg.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Harrisburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Harrisburg
MonthMedian 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 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$55,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,395.
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Schools near 255 Boas Street

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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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Harrisburg near 255 Boas St

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 255 Boas 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

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 255 Boas St

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Sayford Supermarket
1307 N 3rd St
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Au Bon Lieu
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