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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 218 W King St

218 W King St

LancasterPA17603

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property at 26 S 2nd St

26 S 2nd St

ColumbiaPA17512

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property at 31 S Main St

31 S Main St

ManheimPA17545

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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
Glenn Wyn (06gl)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,215
Ashlea Gardens ApartmentsGarden F1BR,1BA$1,220
City View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,247
Factory ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Waterford at Sterling Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,273
Wheatland HillsOne Bedroom Traditional1BR,1BA$1,290

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster County, PA

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lancaster County area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Chateau d'Eden in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $2,545. The second greatest value Lancaster County apartment is the Belair Model at Belair Townhomes starting at $2,136 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Outer Lancaster 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.
Chateau d'Eden3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.00
Belair TownhomesBelair4BR,1.5BA$1.34
Red Cedar LaneTownhouse3BR,2.5BA$1.34
Fulton Market2B 1.5 B twnhse2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Willow Run3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.11
Wheatland Arms (06wh)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.27
Hawthorne GardensPeyton2BR,2BA$1.43
Waterford at Sterling Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.37
40 S Prince St, Unit 140 S Prince St1BR,1BA$1.22
44 S Prince St, Unit 344 S Prince St1BR,1BA$1.05

Frequently Asked Questions about Lancaster County

What type of rentals are currently available in Lancaster County?

There are currently 558 Apartments for Rent in Lancaster County, PA with pricing that ranges from $899 to $4,075. There are also 147 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lancaster County ranging from $865 to $3,300.

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 $865 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,749.

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 $1,245 to $4,075, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,045 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,136.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.