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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Heat included
  • Large windows
  • Stainless-steel appliances
  • Thoughtfully upgraded kitchens
  • Free off-street parking
  • Contemporary cabinets

Location

1249 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17103, USA|South Alison Hill
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Management

1249-55 Market LLC

Leasing office

(717) 927-0799

Property Overview

Hill Cafe offers strong overall value, with an 8.7 Zumper Expert Rating and especially high marks for price, amenities, and location. Notable features like heat included, large windows, stainless-steel appliances, upgraded kitchens, free off-street parking, and contemporary cabinets add appeal, while nearby restaurants, parks, public transit, walkability, and on-site recycling support an active, convenient lifestyle.

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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Hill Cafe is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hill Cafe 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Central heat
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$950 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your next home in the heart of Harrisburg, PA! This bright and spacious first-floor studio features soaring 14-foot ceilings and large windows that fill the space with natural light, creating a warm and open atmosphere. Stay comfortable year-round with a mini-split system for efficient cooling, and enjoy the convenience of heat, water, sewer, and trash included in your rent. The building is pet-friendly, so your furry companion is welcome too! Additional perks include: *Free off-street parking *Laundromat located just across the street *Walkable to a family-owned grocery store, local shops, and restaurants Whether you’re enjoying your morning coffee by the window or heading out to explore the neighborhood, this studio offers both comfort and convenience in one cozy package.

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Amenities for Hill Cafe

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
HeatingLuxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

Appliances

Central Heat & AirElectric Stove
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKControlled Access Building
Dogs OKInterior Mail Room
Video Surveillance

Grounds

Free Off Street Parking

Services

On-Site Maintenance
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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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units27

About Hill Cafe

HomeApartments in HarrisburgSouth Alison Hill Hill Cafe

Welcome to your next home in the heart of Harrisburg, PA! This bright and spacious first-floor studio features soaring 14-foot ceilings and large windows that fill the space with natural light, creating a warm and open atmosphere. Stay comfortable year-round with a mini-split system for efficient cooling, and enjoy the convenience of heat, water, sewer, and trash included in your rent. The building is pet-friendly, so your furry companion is welcome too! Additional perks include: *Free off-street parking *Laundromat located just across the street *Walkable to a family-owned grocery store, local shops, and restaurants Whether you’re enjoying your morning coffee by the window or heading out to explore the neighborhood, this studio offers both comfort and convenience in one cozy package.


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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Hill Cafe is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hill Cafe 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 Hill Cafe
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.
Hill Cafe 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.
Hill Cafe goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Hill Cafe 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.
Hill Cafe 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find Hill Cafe to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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.

Hill Cafe is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 163 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 178 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 4 local event hubs within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 23 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby

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 Hill Cafe compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.5 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in South Alison Hill

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
South Alison Hill
Harrisburg
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harrisburg
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,149
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$1,129
May 2026$1,151
June 2026$1,150
July 2026$1,129
August 2026$1,160
September 2026$1,183
October 2026$1,195
November 2026$1,200
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Alison Hill
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$987
September 2025$948

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1249 Market St?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near Hill Cafe

Scott School

1900 derry st

harrisburg, PA, 17104

K-5Public
C-

Downey School

1313 monroe st

harrisburg, PA, 17103

K-5Public
C-

Benjamin Franklin School

1205 n 6th st

harrisburg, PA, 17110

PK, 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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Neighborhood

South Alison Hill | Harrisburg, PA

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

Getting around Harrisburg near 1249 Market 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.

Points of interest for 1249 Market 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

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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