Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lancaster Neighborhood of Lancaster, PA from $800 (13 Rentals)
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221 E Mifflin St, Unit 220

446 N Duke St

40 S Prince St, Unit #2nd floor

Creekside North Apartments

152 E James St, Unit 1

24 E Vine St

31 W James St

114 S Prince St
Downtown Lancaster, Lancaster, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lancaster?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Lancaster Studio Apartments | $1,358 | $899 | $1,852 |
Downtown Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $1,099 | $2,530 |
Downtown Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $1,215 | $2,894 |
Downtown Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,355 | $3,541 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lancaster Neighborhood of Lancaster, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lancaster Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lancaster area of Lancaster, PA is a Studio unit found at The Intel priced from $1,235. Creekside North Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lancaster apartments for rent in Lancaster, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Intel | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
Creekside North Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Steeple View Lofts 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,348 |
Kensington Club | The Dorchester | 1BR,1BA | $1,378 |
The Lofts at Stehli Silk Mill | SA - Studio - 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lancaster, PA
As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lancaster area is the $1.24 price per square foot The Kensington Model at Kensington Club in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,303. The second greatest value Downtown Lancaster apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Keppel Building starting at $1,890 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lancaster apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Kensington Club | The Kensington | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.24 |
The Keppel Building | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Landis Place on King- 55+ Community | Lime | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
44 S Prince St, Unit 1R | 44 S Prince St | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Steeple View Lofts 55+ | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Hawthorne Gardens | Peyton | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
The Lofts at Stehli Silk Mill | 2A - 2 Bedroom - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
Creekside North Apartments | 1 Bed /1Bath/Den- | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
22 S Duke St, Unit 1 bed apartment | 22 S Duke St | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
The Intel | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Lancaster, Lancaster, PA
Ranked #9
Among neighborhoods in Lancaster, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Lancaster Neighborhood in Lancaster, PA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lancaster Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Lancaster?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Lancaster is at The Intel listed at $1,235.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment is $1,250 at Creekside North Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lancaster is starting from $1,349 at Creekside North Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Creekside North Apartments and starts from $1,600.
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