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property at 127 Merrimac St

127 Merrimac St

BuffaloNY14214

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property at 8101 Sheridan Dr

8101 Sheridan Dr

BuffaloNY14221

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Lancaster, NY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland Place 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Briarcliff ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$925
The Claremount Apartments 62+1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, NY and Nearby

As of July 30, 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 49 S Youngs Rd Model at 49 S Youngs Rd, Unit 1 starting at $1,995 with a $1.38 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The TennysonUnit B2BR,2BA$1.40
49 S Youngs Rd, Unit 149 S Youngs Rd3BR,1BA$1.38
Town Center Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1.65
Edgewater Apartment Homes1 bedroom with a den1BR,1BA$1.51
Brickstone Manor2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.61
Park Lane ApartmentsBM - West2BR,1BA$1.61
Bell Tower (55 Plus Community)Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.57
28 Saint Marys St, Unit #428 Saint Marys St1BR,1BA$1.19
Woodland Place 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
The Claremount Apartments 62+1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.60

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lancaster

What type of rentals are currently available in Lancaster?

There are currently 120 Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, NY with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,099. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lancaster ranging from $450 to $7,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lancaster ranges from $450 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,820.

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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A Local Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods for College Renters in Buffalo, NY

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.