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Highlights
- Off street parking
- New vinyl flooring
Location
280 Penn St # 288, Highspire, PA 17034, USA
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Property Overview
280-288 Penn Street has received a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6 out of 10, reflecting its attractiveness to renters. With notable features like off street parking and new vinyl flooring, it is competitively priced, earning a price rating of 10 out of 10, while its amenities and location ratings of 9 out of 10 highlight a high standard of living and excellent access to key destinations. The property also showcases trustworthiness with a rating of 8 out of 10, emphasizing transparency in its offerings.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 280-288 Penn Street - 5 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $999 /mo | LBR Properties has a 1 bedroom apartment coming soon in Highspire - Great location, Within walking distance to numerous local restaurants, along the bus route, plus easy access to major highways and the harrsiburg airport! Laundry is available in the building. Off street Parking. Tenant responsible for electric. Pets permitted for an additional fee with weight and breed restrictions. Water, Trash, and Sewer Included $300 SECURITY DEPOSIT! $25 APPLICATION FEE ! Application requirements - 550 credit score, 3x income, good landlord reference. Anyone 18+ must apply separately. *Unpaid eviction(s) and/or judgement may disqualify the application. For serious inquiries, please complete an application online at: https lbr-properties com Feel free to call us with any questions 717-512-0065 |
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Amenities for 280-288 Penn Street
Apartment Amenities
| Trash Included | Utilities/Sewer |
| Water |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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Building details
Property details
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About 280-288 Penn Street
LBR Properties has a 1 bedroom apartment coming soon in Highspire - Great location, Within walking distance to numerous local restaurants, along the bus route, plus easy access to major highways and the harrsiburg airport! Laundry is available in the building. Off street Parking. Tenant responsible for electric. Pets permitted for an additional fee with weight and breed restrictions. Water, Trash, and Sewer Included $300 SECURITY DEPOSIT! $25 APPLICATION FEE ! Application requirements - 550 credit score, 3x income, good landlord reference. Anyone 18+ must apply separately. *Unpaid eviction(s) and/or judgement may disqualify the application. For serious inquiries, please complete an application online at: https lbr-properties com Feel free to call us with any questions 717-512-0065
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 280-288 Penn Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 280-288 Penn 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·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.
280-288 Penn 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.
280-288 Penn 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, 280-288 Penn 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.
280-288 Penn 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 280-288 Penn 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·7A 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.
280-288 Penn Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking 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 280-288 Penn Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Highspire
1-bedroom apartments at 280-288 Penn Street cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Highspire.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Highspire
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,032 |
| November 2024 | $1,025 |
| December 2024 | $973 |
| January 2025 | $962 |
| February 2025 | $993 |
| March 2025 | $998 |
| April 2025 | $995 |
| May 2025 | $997 |
| June 2025 | $973 |
| July 2025 | $986 |
| August 2025 | $985 |
| September 2025 | $981 |
| October 2025 | $998 |
| November 2025 | $997 |
| December 2025 | $997 |
| January 2026 | $1,035 |
| February 2026 | $1,017 |
| March 2026 | $1,025 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 280 Penn St # 288?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$39,960/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $999.
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Schools near 280-288 Penn Street
Steelton-Highspire Elementary School
250 reynders ave
steelton, PA, 17113
K-6Public
C-
Winding Creek Elementary School
34 bali hai rd
mechanicsburg, PA, 17050
K-5Public
A
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Getting around Highspire near 280 Penn St # 288
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 280 Penn St # 288, Highspire
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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