
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, NY from $400 (17 Rentals)
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191 Central Ave
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5823 Transit Rd
Lancaster, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lancaster?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lancaster Studio Apartments | $1,085 | $925 | $1,295 |
Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $800 | $2,350 |
Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $930 | $2,850 |
Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,349 | $1,600 | $3,038 |
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Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodland Place 55+ in the Bellevue neighborhood priced from $800. Briarcliff Apartments in the Bellevue neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Place 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Briarcliff Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Katie's Place | 1 bedroom, 1st floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
Park Lane Apartments | AL - West | 1BR,1BA | $1,384 |
Sylvia’s Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, NY and Nearby
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.40 price per square foot Unit B Model at The Tennyson in the in the East Amherst Williamsville neighborhood starting from $2,099. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 7170 Transit Rd Model at 7170 Transit Rd, Unit #2 starting at $1,795 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the East Amherst Williamsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lancaster apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Tennyson | Unit B | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
7170 Transit Rd, Unit #2 | 7170 Transit Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Brookhaven Apartments | BU | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
Coventry Apartments | Two Bedroom - Lower | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Town Center Apartments | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
The Belvedere | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Edgewater Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom with a den | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Brickstone Manor | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
The Lexington | Luxury 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Woodland Place 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Best Local Schools in Lancaster, NY
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Getting Around Lancaster, NY
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Lancaster Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment is $800 at Woodland Place 55+.
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 $930 at Woodland Place 55+.
What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Town Center Apartments and starts from $2,060.
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