Apartments For Rent in Carlisle, PA
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,110 - $1,480/mo1-2 Beds1 BathCarlwynne Manor Apartment Homes | 860 Carlwynne Mnr #C-206,
Carlisle, PA 17013 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
- PET FRIENDLY$1,449 - $1,919/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsNorthside Village Apartments | 5 Northside Village Ln #304,
Carlisle, PA 17013 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,450 - $1,700/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Residences at Seven Gables | 1 Rush Dr #2R-317,
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What Locals Say about Carlisle
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Carlisle pulses with small-town charm, walkable downtown, college energy, easy valley living. People love the friendly vibe, festivals, eateries, walkability, parks, and short commutes. They dislike event traffic, scarce transit and dog parks, speeding drivers, and farm odors.
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Types of apartment in Carlisle, PA
Carlisle, PA has many apartments in older brick buildings near Downtown and around Dickinson College. You can also find duplexes and small houses for rent on side streets off High Street and Hanover Street. In the center of town, apartments often sit in converted rowhouses or mixed-use buildings with storefronts below. Exterior details can include red brick, tall windows, porches, and narrow front steps. Inside, layouts can be compact, and upper-floor units might have steeper stairs and less closet space.Farther north and south, apartments shift toward garden-style buildings, split-level complexes, and townhouse-style rentals with parking lots instead of street parking. Around South Middleton and the edges near the Carlisle Pike, you may see more vinyl-sided buildings and newer houses for rent with driveways and simpler facades. These apartments often have easier parking and larger rooms, but they can sit farther from downtown blocks, Letort Spring Run, and the courthouse area. Older houses near Mooreland can have more exterior character, while newer apartments often trade that for easier access and more standard interiors.
Getting around Carlisle, PA
Rabbittransit, the local bus service, connects Carlisle with nearby areas and stops around downtown. Driving is straightforward because I-81, US-11, and the Carlisle Pike are close, and many apartments outside the center include off-street parking. Downtown and the Dickinson College area are easy to walk for errands. Biking can work on flatter streets near Mooreland and central Carlisle, though road layout can feel less direct near bigger commercial corridors.Living in Carlisle, PA
Carlisle is known for the Carlisle Fairgrounds, downtown shops and restaurants on High Street, and trails near Letort Spring Run. The U.S. Army War College is a major local employer, and health care, logistics, retail, and county government also shape where people rent. Apartments near downtown can keep you close to events and services, while rentals near Carlisle Pike often sit closer to larger shopping centers and major roads.Average Rent Trends in Carlisle, PA
Rent in Carlisle, PA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Apr 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,700 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,450 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,695 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,700 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,592 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,650 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,600 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,588 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,595 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,800 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,735 |
| May 2026 | $1,735 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,419 | $1,550 | $1,900 | $2,200 | $1,735 |
| Townhomes | $1,500 | $1,700 | $1,995 | $1,835 | $1,975 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,419 | $1,650 | $1,850 | — | $1,478 |
| Houses | $1,395 | $1,500 | $1,995 | $2,700 | $2,095 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Carlisle, PA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Carlisle, PA?The average rent of an apartment in Carlisle, PA is $1,329 per month. This is about 31% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Carlisle, PA?The average rent of a house in Carlisle, PA is $2,095 per month. This is about 9% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Carlisle, PA?The average rent of a townhome in Carlisle, PA is $1,889 per month. This is about 2% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Carlisle, PA?In the last year, the average rent in Carlisle, PA was lowest in Jul 2025 when it was $1,450 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Carlisle, PA?In the last year, the average rent in Carlisle, PA was highest in Apr 2025 when it was $1,925 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Carlisle, PA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Carlisle, PA is $1,207 per month. That is about $132 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Carlisle, PA?There are 156 available rental listings in Carlisle, PA.
- What are some neighborhoods in Carlisle, PA?Some neighborhoods in Carlisle, PA include: Schlusser, Plainfield.
- What are some zip codes in Carlisle, PA?
- What are some cities near Carlisle, PA?Some nearby cities include: Mount Holly Springs, Boiling Springs, New Kingstown, Shermans Dale, Landisburg. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
