Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, PA from $600 (32 Rentals)

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Fremont Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fremont Court

825 Fremont StLancaster, PA 17603
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Glenn Wyn
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenn Wyn

145-146 Maple LnLancaster, PA 17601
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Vinoy
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vinoy

325 North Duke StreetLancaster, PA 17602
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2609 Sutton Pl
2 Bedroom Apartments

2609 Sutton Pl

2609 Sutton PlLancaster, PA 17601
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Eshelman Mill
2 Bedroom Apartments

Eshelman Mill

1600-1614 Eshelman Mill RdWillow Street, PA 17584
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Lancaster, PA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lancaster, PA

Pricing Updated: 02/22/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lancaster, PA area range in price from $850 to $3,785 with an overall median price of $1,939. The three Lancaster neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Stevens at $850, East Side at $850, and Outer Lancaster at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lancaster Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Stevens$1,796$8505684
East Side$1,800$8505626
Outer Lancaster$1,852$8508466
Conestoga Heights$1,888$8505979
Mussertown$1,888$8506227
Ross$1,895$8504436
Downtown Lancaster$1,905$8854681
Cabbage Hill$1,970$8506736
Churchtowne$1,970$8506395
Prospect Heights$1,970$8506668

Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Waterford at Sterling Place in the Conestoga Heights neighborhood priced from $1,066. Glenn Wyn (06gl) in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,215. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waterford at Sterling PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,066
Glenn Wyn (06gl)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,215
The Intel0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,235
Millers Crossing1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,237
The Villages of Lancaster GreenThe Hamilton1BR,1BA$1,241
Creekside North Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Colebrook ApartmentsStandard StudioStudio,1BA$1,260
Factory ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,275
Buchanan Court ApartmentsWheatland2BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, PA

As of February 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $0.79 price per square foot 223 S Queen St Model at 223 S Queen St in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Wheatland Arms (06wh) starting at $1,950 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lancaster apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
223 S Queen St223 S Queen St3BR,1BA$0.79
Wheatland Arms (06wh)3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.14
235 N Prince St, Unit 101235 N Prince St1BR,5BA$1.10
Kensington ClubThe Bradford3BR,2BA$1.18
Belair TownhomesPiedmont3BR,1.5BA$1.33
Fulton Market LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.99
Chateau d'Eden2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Millers Crossing2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.47
Creekside North Apartments1 Bed /1Bath/Den-1BR,1BA$1.44
1205 E Orange St, Unit FB1205 E Orange St1BR,1BA$1.50

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Lancaster Overview

Lancaster is high on the list of unique cities in the US that you could call home. This Pennsylvania town is one of the oldest in the country that isn’t situated on the coast. If you choose one of the many Lancaster, PA apartments available here, you won’t run out of things to do.

Why live in Lancaster, PA?

If you end up choosing an apartment in Lancaster, PA, you’ll find your living location unique in so many ways. The Lancaster area is nationally known for its large population of old-order Amish. This has made the area the subject of many movies and books. Because of this unique culture, you’ll find homemade desserts, produce and other goods that you can’t find anywhere else in the country. You’ll also be within easy driving distance of the east coast if that interests you.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lancaster, PA

Ranked #138

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Lancaster, PA

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lancaster?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lancaster is at The Intel listed at $1,235.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment is $1,066 at Waterford at Sterling Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lancaster Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lancaster is starting from $1,273 at Waterford at Sterling Place.

What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waterford at Sterling Place and starts from $1,464.

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