Cheap Homes for Rent in Lancaster County, PA from $500 (13 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Cheapest Available Lancaster County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster County, PA is a Studio unit found at 265 Herr Rd in the Millersville Conestoga Willow St neighborhood priced from $1,000. Willow Run in the Outer Lancaster neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
265 Herr RdSmallStudio,1BA$1,000
Willow Run2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,070
The Villages of Lancaster GreenThe Buchanan1BR,1BA$1,217
Village of RivermoorGarden F1BR,1BA$1,220
Lofts at Savoy2B 1B Apt2BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster County, PA

As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster County area is the $1.18 price per square foot 116 S Prince St Model at 116 S Prince St, Unit 116-2 in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Lancaster County apartment is the The Bradford Model at Kensington Club starting at $1,845 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lancaster County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
116 S Prince St, Unit 116-2116 S Prince St4BR,1BA$1.18
Kensington ClubThe Bradford3BR,2BA$1.27
Fulton Market2B 1.5 B twnhse2BR,1.5BA$1.17
Willow Run3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.11
125 N 4th St, Unit 1125 N 4th St3BR,1.5BA$0.52
Holly TreeSassafras2BR,2BA$1.27
10 Weidmansville Rd, Unit B10 Weidmansville Rd2BR,1.5BA$1.29
768 Marietta Ave, Unit 768A768 Marietta Ave2BR,1BA$1.17
46 S Prince St, Unit unit 246 S Prince St1BR,1BA$1.08
44 S Prince St, Unit 344 S Prince St1BR,1BA$1.12

Frequently Asked Questions about Lancaster County

What type of rentals are currently available in Lancaster County?

There are currently 583 Apartments for Rent in Lancaster County, PA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $4,703. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lancaster County ranging from $595 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lancaster County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lancaster County ranges from $595 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,796.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lancaster County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lancaster County range from $650 to $4,703, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $4,485. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,695.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.