Italian Lake, Harrisburg, PA

Italian Lake Neighborhood Guide Harrisburg, PA

About

Italian Lake is a serene and charming neighborhood in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Nestled along Division Street, it's known for its beautiful namesake park with an amphitheater, which hosts regular musical performances and events. The neighborhood has a tranquil, suburban feel, with tree-lined streets and beautiful homes. It provides an easy commute to downtown Harrisburg due to its proximity to Interstate 81 and Route 22.

What You Will Love about Italian Lake, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

  • The centerpiece of this neighborhood is the picturesque Italian Lake Park, where you can enjoy a peaceful walk or picnic.
  • The neighborhood is known for its community spirit, with frequent local events and festivals in the park, particularly during the summer.
  • Italian Lake provides an easy commute to downtown Harrisburg, yet maintains a peaceful, suburban ambiance.

What's Nearby

Italian Lake is close to the heart of Harrisburg, making it very convenient for downtown amenities and attractions such as the State Museum of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex. The Susquehanna River is also nearby, providing opportunities for boating and fishing.

Lifestyle

Italian Lake offers a relaxed lifestyle with a good sense of community. Residents enjoy a blend of urban convenience and suburban tranquility, with access to outdoor activities, cultural events, and city amenities. The neighborhood is ideal for those who value a peaceful atmosphere yet wish to be close to a vibrant city center.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 26 restaurants, 13 grocery stores, and 4 parks within a mile of the Italian Lake neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Peak Sales & Marketing

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    2609 N 2nd St

  • GROCERY
    Save-A-Lot

    Retail, Discount Store, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.5 miles

    2963 N 7th St

  • GROCERY
    Maclay Street Food Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1.0 mile

    234 Maclay St

  • GROCERY
    F & W Fish House

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Fish Market, Grocery Store / Supermarket, Meat and Seafood Store

    1.3 miles

    1716 N 6th St

  • GROCERY
    Hamilton Food Store

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    1.4 miles

    224 Hamilton St

  • GROCERY
    Deardorff Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

    1.4 miles

    224 Hamilton St

Italian Lake Apartments and Rentals

75 Rental properties in Italian Lake, Harrisburg, PA.

  • The Reserve at Rivers Edge property

    $1,350+

    The Reserve at Rivers Edge

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    927–1482 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Towne House Apartments property

    $975+

    Towne House Apartments

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    450–1150 Sqft

    8 Units Available

  • Red Oak Acres property

    $1,397+

    Red Oak Acres

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    534–914 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • Hampden Greene property

    $1,560+

    Hampden Greene

    1–3 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    890–1810 Sqft

    Available 9/20

  • Crooked Hill Townhomes property

    $1,695+

    Crooked Hill Townhomes

    2–3 Beds • 2.5–3.5 Baths

    1487–2443 Sqft

    Available 11/7

  • High Pointe Club Apartments property

    $1,241+

    High Pointe Club Apartments

    1–2 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    700–1100 Sqft

    7 Units Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
1%
5.9%
utilities
4.3%
3.4%
food
3.1%
2.6%
transportation
1.7%
4.2%
healthcare
3%
9.3%

Italian Lake Demographics

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Italian Lake Reviews

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  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Near Schools

    Yes

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Area Has Kids Play Outside

    Yes

    Say 3 of 4 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 3 of 4 renters

Italian Lake Transportation

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Car-Dependent

42/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Bikeable

57/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

29/100
1 train stop

Norfolk Southern

Train Stop

3322 Industrial Rd

Source: foursquare.com

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