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Highlights
- Spacious rooms
- Front porch
Location
1609 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17102, USA
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Property Overview
1609 N Front Street is rated highly by Zumper with an overall score of 8.3, showcasing its appeal for renters. The property stands out with spacious rooms and a welcoming front porch, while its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, both rated 9 out of 10, emphasize great value. Additionally, it is ideally located near essential points of interest and offers reliable internet options, making it particularly advantageous for remote work.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | $1,175 /mo | 1 unit available | Here's your opportunity to live in a Front Street Mansion - or at least a portion of it. A perfect combo of old and new, this historic 3rd floor Front Street apartment has granite counters and stainless-steel appliances in kitchen and spacious rooms. Historic features including the original cast iron tub and kitchen cabinets have been preserved. Enjoy evening sunsets and river views on the front porch on this grand home or in the comfort of your living room. Water, sewer and trash is included in rent. Tenant is responsible for electric cable/internet. One parking space in included. Applicants are required to have a 600 or higher credit score, 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. |
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Amenities for 1609 N Front Street
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 1609 N Front Street
Here's your opportunity to live in a Front Street Mansion - or at least a portion of it. A perfect combo of old and new, this historic 3rd floor Front Street apartment has granite counters and stainless-steel appliances in kitchen and spacious rooms. Historic features including the original cast iron tub and kitchen cabinets have been preserved. Enjoy evening sunsets and river views on the front porch on this grand home or in the comfort of your living room. Water, sewer and trash is included in rent. Tenant is responsible for electric cable/internet. One parking space in included. Applicants are required to have a 600 or higher credit score, 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.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1609 N Front Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1609 N Front 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.
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.
1609 N Front Street 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.
1609 N Front Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1609 N Front 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.
1609 N Front 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 1609 N Front 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.
1609 N Front Street is great for:
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 1609 N Front Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Harrisburg
1-bedroom apartments at 1609 N Front Street cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Harrisburg.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Harrisburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| October 2025 | $880 |
| November 2025 | $881 |
| December 2025 | $893 |
| January 2026 | $913 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1609 N Front St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$47,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,175.
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Schools near 1609 N Front 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-
Melrose School
2041 berryhill st
harrisburg, PA, 17104
K-5Public
C-
Foose School
1301 sycamore st
harrisburg, PA, 17104
PK, K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Harrisburg near 1609 N Front St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
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 1609 N Front St, Harrisburg
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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