Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 11/14/2025
The Harrisburg-Carlisle metro rental market offers a balanced mix of apartments and single‑family homes, catering to a wide range of renters from young professionals to growing families. Studio apartments typically fall in the $1100 range, while one‑bedroom units hover around the $1200 bracket. Two‑bedroom apartments are commonly priced in the $1500 range, three‑bedroom options climb to the $1700s, and larger four‑plus bedroom apartments often exceed $2000. Houses follow a similar pattern, with one‑bedroom homes near $1200, two‑bedroom homes in the $1500 range, three‑bedroom homes around $1,750, and four‑plus bedroom homes approaching $2,200. These figures reflect a competitive yet affordable landscape for a metropolitan area of this size.
Renters enjoy proximity to Harrisburg’s vibrant downtown, where the historic State Capitol building, the Riverfront Park, and a lively dining scene create an engaging urban lifestyle. The neighboring community of Carlisle adds a charming small‑town feel with boutique shops, historic districts, and easy access to major highways. Both cities benefit from excellent public transportation links, reputable schools, and a growing job market anchored by government, healthcare, and education sectors.
Whether you’re seeking a modern apartment steps from the Susquehanna River or a spacious house in a quiet suburban enclave, the Harrisburg-Carlisle area provides diverse rental options that blend convenience, affordability, and quality of life. This stability makes the metro region an attractive choice for long‑term renters and newcomers alike.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,191 | $1,204 | $650 - $1,595 | $975 - $1,447 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,270 | $1,255 | $550 - $2,511 | $1,099 - $1,425 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,530 | $1,535 | $775 - $3,350 | $1,275 - $1,750 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,681 | $1,777 | $825 - $2,777 | $1,400 - $1,974 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $2,317 | $2,321 | $1,400 - $3,000 | $2,199 - $2,650 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $927 | $862 | $400 - $1,400 | $800 - $1,395 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,508 | $1,372 | $700 - $2,500 | $1,195 - $1,750 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,796 | $1,725 | $700 - $3,600 | $1,395 - $2,100 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,128 | $1,750 | $1,095 - $4,800 | $1,595 - $2,450 |
In the current period, the average rent in Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA was $1,169 for Studio, $1,250 for 1 Bedroom, $1,526 for 2 Bedroom, $1,747 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,175 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.