Many Penn State Harrisburg students live off campus in the Middletown and surrounding greater-Harrisburg areas. Students can choose from a variety of privately owned housing options, ranging from apartments specifically meant for college students, to more traditional apartment complexes and rental homes.
Campus Adjacent
- Campus Heights
Designed exclusively for Penn State Harrisburg undergraduate and graduate students. Choose from three spacious apartment floor plans and enjoy access to our State-of-the-Art Clubhouse featuring an on-site leasing office, cozy café, fully-equipped gym, student business center with FREE printing, game tables, and a resort-style pool. At Campus Heights, you’ll find the perfect balance of security, comfort, convenience, and community.
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- Nittany Place
Our fully furnished and spacious 2- and 3-bedroom floorplans are designed to provide you with the ideal living space for your college and grad school years. With modern amenities, stylish interiors, and plenty of room to relax or study, this is more than just a place to live — it’s a place to thrive.
We know you will enjoy our close proximity to campus, our student “Hub” for café’ treats and a space to gather or study, amenity filled apartments, affordable monthly rates that include all utilities (water, electricity, sewer, trash and WIFI), and a safe & supportive community where you’ll feel right at home. Your next chapter starts here.
Sponsor of Student Programming
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Within 20-minutes walking distance
Requires Transportation
Via Rabbit Transit (Bus Route 7 – Middletown)
Middletown Area
| Housing | Transportation Modes | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Street | | .5 mile |
| Middletown Home | | 1 mile |
| Station Loft | | 1.1 miles |
| Oak Grove Apartments | | 1.2 miles |
| Towns at Woodridge | | 3.1 miles |
| Village of Pineford | | 2.2 miles |
| Willow Gardens | | 2.6 miles |
| Woodland Hills | | 1.2 miles |
Greater Harrisburg Area
| Housing | Transportation Modes | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Hill | | 6.1 miles |
| The View at High Pointe | | 6.8 miles |
| Steel Works | | 6.5 miles |
| Eagles Crest | | 10 miles |
| Executive House Apartments | | 9.1 miles |
Additional Off-Campus Student Support
The Student Advocacy Office provides additional off-campus student support resources, including advice on finding and dealing with roommates, how to avoid issues with a lease, and other housing-related guidance.
For additional assistance, please contact the Student Advocacy Office at [email protected] or self-schedule a virtual or in-person meeting with any case manager.
Disclaimer: Inclusion of any listing does not constitute, and shall not be construed or reported as (1) an endorsement or approval by The Pennsylvania State University of any landlord, its properties, or its business practices, or of any roommate or personal property listed or (2) a warranty or representation by The Pennsylvania State University as to the quality, safety or other features of such property and/or its owners or management agent(s). The Pennsylvania State University expressly disclaims any and all responsibility for any problems that may arise with regard to such property or rental units or with regard to disputes between landlords and tenants concerning such property or rental units. All prospective tenants are responsible for inspecting potential rental units, negotiating lease terms with landlords, and are encouraged to exercise their own good judgment when evaluating a prospective rental unit, landlord, roommate, or property listed. All students are encouraged to know their rights and contact Student Legal Services for a free lease review.