
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, NY from $500 (47 Rentals)
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Woodcrest

Woodcrest East

Edgewater Apartment Homes

Lancaster Commons Senior Apartments

Brickstone Manor

473 Aurora St

Southwind Landing Senior Apartments

Woodland Place
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57 Schultz Rd, Unit 2

Briarcliff Apartments

Pearl Place

Blossomwood

Woodside

Gateway Apartments

Katie's Place

The Pointe

Bell Tower (55 Plus Community)
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136 Sawyer Ave, Unit 2

Park Lane South Apartments

Dannybrook Apartments

35 Cowing St, Unit 2

Sylvia’s Place

Park Lane Apartments

Gress Apartments

591 Terrace Blvd, Unit G-3

1425 Como Park Blvd
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Windsong Place Apartments

The Lexington

1 Laura Ln

35 Cowing St, Unit 1

Rock Garden

Sky Harbor

Terrace Park Apartments

The Claremount Apartments 62+

The Flats on French
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5752 Main St

125 Edison Ave

Lancer Court Apartments

Gateway Apartments II

50 Getzville Rd

5841 Transit Rd

3433 Harlem Rd

307 Cayuga Rd

Main Center Of Clarence
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133 Phyllis Ave

189 Westminster Ave
Lancaster, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lancaster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Studio Apartments | $1,182 | $1,020 | $1,395 |
| Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $550 | $2,350 |
| Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $633 | $2,850 |
| Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,344 | $1,400 | $3,095 |
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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 Southwind Landing Senior Apartments in the Cheektowaga neighborhood priced from $550. Briarcliff Apartments in the Cheektowaga neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,020. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwind Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Briarcliff Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| The Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Gress Apartments | 3210 Walden Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Edgewater Apartment Homes | 2 bedroom/2 bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,489 |
| Windsong Place Apartments | A Plan - 1 Bed/1 Bath * | 1BR,1BA | $1,537 |
| Sylvia’s Place | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Park Lane Apartments | BU - West | 2BR,1BA | $1,548 |
| The Lexington | Luxury 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| Park Lane South Apartments | BM - West | 2BR,1BA | $1,558 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, NY and Nearby
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.76 price per square foot 3DR Model at Town Center Apartments in the in the Cheektowaga neighborhood starting from $2,232. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 2 bedroom/2 bathrooms Model at Edgewater Apartment Homes starting at $1,489 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Cheektowaga 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Center Apartments | 3DR | 3BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Edgewater Apartment Homes | 2 bedroom/2 bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Brookhaven Apartments | Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| The Belvedere | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Theo's Place - NEW BUILD - RENT SPECIALS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Willow Square of Clarence | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| The Lexington | Luxury 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Sylvia’s Place | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Park Lane South Apartments | BM - West | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Southwind Landing Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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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 $550 at Southwind Landing Senior Apartments.
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 $633 at Southwind Landing Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodside Villas and starts from $2,199.
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