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Last updated on November 11, 2026
Average rent in
Harrisburg, PA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 11, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Harrisburg rent stands today
Harrisburg, PA rent rose 8.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,394/month. Renters today are paying $114 more per month on average than last year, despite a slight 1.3% decline month over month from the recent peak.
Compared to national trends
Harrisburg sits 26.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters with 216 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Harrisburg rent for $906/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,196/month, and 2-bedrooms about $1,500/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $1,995/month. Houses run a median of $1,725/month while apartments are lower at $1,295/month, reflecting the nearly even split in inventory between these property types.
Neighborhood spotlight
Capital Heights rents climbed 39.9% year over year to $1,535/month across 25 rentals, outpacing the citywide increase of 8.9%. Shipoke also saw a 25.1% rise to $1,495/month, marking these neighborhoods as key drivers of local rent growth.
Median rent
Median rent in Harrisburg
$1,394/mo
9%vs previous year
The average rent in Harrisburg is $1,394 per month as of November 2026. This is 27% below the national average rent, or $506 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Harrisburg
216
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Harrisburg rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Harrisburg, PA
Average rent prices in Harrisburg have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 9% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Harrisburg, PA
Rent prices in Harrisburg vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Harrisburg is $1,295, whereas a house costs $1,725. 1-bedroom apartments in Harrisburg run $1,198 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,499.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $906 | 5% | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $1,196 | No Change | 20% | |
2 bedroom | $1,499 | No Change | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,595 | 3% | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $1,995 | No Change | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Capital District | $1,354 | |
Capital Heights | $1,535 | |
Downtown Harrisburg | $1,303 | |
East Harrisburg | $1,397 | |
Hardscrabble | $1,407 | |
Old Uptown Historic District | $1,237 | |
Shipoke | $1,495 | |
South Alison Hill | $1,250 | |
South Harrisburg | $1,395 | |
Uptown | $1,400 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,295 | No Change | 12% | |
Condos | $1,362 |  6% | 18% | |
Houses | $1,725 | 6% | 8% | |
Rooms | $1,150 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$906
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,196
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
20%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,499
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last year
5%
Downtown Harrisburg
Average rent
$1,303
Uptown
Average rent
$1,400
East Harrisburg
Average rent
$1,397
South Alison Hill
Average rent
$1,250
Old Uptown Historic District
Average rent
$1,237
Capital District
Average rent
$1,354
Shipoke
Average rent
$1,495
South Harrisburg
Average rent
$1,395
Hardscrabble
Average rent
$1,407
Capital Heights
Average rent
$1,535
Apartments
Average rent
$1,295
Last year
12%
Condos
Average rent
$1,362
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
18%
Houses
Average rent
$1,725
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
8%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,150
The table above reflects average rent prices in Harrisburg, PA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Harrisburg, PA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Harrisburg and Camp Hill by all bedroom counts and property types.
Harrisburg
27%lower than the national median
22%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Harrisburg, PA is 6% lower than the median rent in Camp Hill, PA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,479
6%$1,595
9%$1,405
9%$1,422
14%$1,600
7%$1,500
$2,100
8%$1,460
1%$1,995
2%$1,155
3%$1,800
60%$1,197
1%Cost of living in Harrisburg, PA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% higher |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 6% lower |
| Housing | 7% lower |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 17% higher |
Discover rentals in Harrisburg, PA
5d+ ago
831 S 17th St, Harrisburg, PA 17104
2 beds
1 bath
$1,025
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2599 Herr St, Harrisburg, PA 17103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Uptown house for rent in Harrisburg
629 Radnor St, Harrisburg, PA 17110
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 2
5d+ ago
House for rent in Harrisburg
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,125
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
4h ago
301 Chestnut St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$3,075
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
909 Green St, Harrisburg, PA 17102
Studio
1 bath
$1,800–$3,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Capital District house for rent in Harrisburg
1 bed
2 baths
$2,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
801 N 2nd St, Harrisburg, PA 17102
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4212 Williamsburg Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17109
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,173–$1,697
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
1500 High Pointe Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17110
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,193–$3,462
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
500 Beacon Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17112
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,375–$2,495
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
423 Walnut St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,301–$1,805
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
4212 Williamsburg Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17109
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,173–$1,697
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
1500 High Pointe Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17110
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,193–$3,462
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
500 Beacon Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17112
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,375–$2,495
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
423 Walnut St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,301–$1,805
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
7h ago
660 Boas St, Harrisburg, PA 17102
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$975–$1,499
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13h ago
6175 Hocker Drive ##C, Harrisburg, PA 17111
2 beds
1 bath
$1,280
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 15
1h ago
101 S 2nd St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,152–$1,697
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Uptown house for rent in Harrisburg
4 beds
3 baths
$1,795
Price dropped $200Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Harrisburg, PA
Quick answers to common questions about the Harrisburg rental market.
How much is rent in Harrisburg?
The average rent in Harrisburg is $1,394 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Harrisburg?
Average rent prices in Harrisburg have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 9% since last year.
How does Harrisburg rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Harrisburg is 27% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $506 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Harrisburg?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Harrisburg are Old Uptown Historic District ($1,237/mo), South Alison Hill ($1,250/mo), and Downtown Harrisburg ($1,303/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Harrisburg?
To comfortably afford rent in Harrisburg, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Harrisburg?
March offers the lowest rents in Harrisburg with approximately 3.4% savings compared to May's peak pricing, while December tends to be the least competitive month for apartment hunting.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).