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Factory Apartments
616 S West End AveLancaster, PA 17603
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816 N Prince StLancaster, PA 17603
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1425 Fruitville PikeLancaster, PA 17601
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426 Estelle DrLancaster, PA 17601
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608 Richmond DrLancaster, PA 17601
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190 Colonial Crest DrLancaster, PA 17601
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Buchanan Court
205 Race AveLancaster, PA 17603
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118 N Water StLancaster, PA 17603
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250 Stone Mill RdLancaster, PA 17603
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601 N Lime StLancaster, PA 17602
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137 E Lemon St, Unit #1
137 E Lemon StLancaster, PA 17602
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Sutherland Village
231 Kilgannon LnLancaster, PA 17603
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30 Waverly AveLancaster, PA 17601
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420 Hershey AveLancaster, PA 17603
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Lancaster, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lancaster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lancaster Studio Apartments | $1,400 | $260 | $2,850 |
| Cheap Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,738 | $850 | $3,279 |
| Cheap Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,108 | $1,125 | $3,720 |
| Cheap Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $1,295 | $4,243 |
| Cheap Lancaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,279 | $2,073 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lancaster, PA
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Lancaster, PA area range in price from $260 to $4,243 with an overall median price of $1,760. The three Lancaster neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ross at $1,645, College Park at $1,745, and Stadium District at $1,745. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lancaster Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ross | $1,645 | $1,125 | 12 |
| College Park | $1,745 | $260 | 213 |
| Stadium District | $1,745 | $260 | 201 |
| Conestoga Heights | $1,752 | $260 | 187 |
| West End | $1,752 | $260 | 210 |
| Mussertown | $1,756 | $260 | 199 |
| Cabbage Hill | $1,760 | $260 | 211 |
| Chestnut Hill Lancaster | $1,760 | $260 | 210 |
| Churchtowne | $1,760 | $260 | 199 |
| East Side | $1,760 | $260 | 196 |
Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, PA is a Studio unit found at Factory Apartments in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood priced from $1,250. 430-432 E. Orange Street in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Factory Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 430-432 E. Orange Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Glenn Wyn (06gl) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| The Villages of Lancaster Green | The Hamilton | 1BR,1BA | $1,266 |
| Cherryhill Villas | Studio Chalet | Studio,1BA | $1,309 |
| Buchanan Court | 2B 1B Apt | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Colebrook Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Creekside North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, PA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.05 price per square foot 447 W Orange St Model at 447 W Orange St, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,685. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 3 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Woods Edge-08WO starting at $2,075 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Outer Lancaster 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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| 447 W Orange St, Unit 2nd floor | 447 W Orange St | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Woods Edge-08WO | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Fulton Market | 2B 1.5 B twnhse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Chateau d'Eden | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Kensington Club | The Richmond | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Hawthorne Gardens | Alivia | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 44 S Prince St, Unit 1 | 44 S Prince St | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Creekside North Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 137 E Lemon St, Unit #1 | 137 E Lemon St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 10 Coral St, Unit Studio 2 | 10 Coral St | Studio ,1BA | $0.94 |
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Lancaster Overview
Lancaster is high on the list of unique cities in the US that you could call home. This Pennsylvania town is one of the oldest in the country that isn’t situated on the coast. If you choose one of the many Lancaster, PA apartments available here, you won’t run out of things to do.
Why live in Lancaster, PA?
If you end up choosing an apartment in Lancaster, PA, you’ll find your living location unique in so many ways. The Lancaster area is nationally known for its large population of old-order Amish. This has made the area the subject of many movies and books. Because of this unique culture, you’ll find homemade desserts, produce and other goods that you can’t find anywhere else in the country. You’ll also be within easy driving distance of the east coast if that interests you.
Lancaster, PAPopulation: 59,420
Ranked #640
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Best Local Schools in Lancaster, PA
Manheim Twp High School
Manheim Township School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1953)
8 out of 10
Landis Run Intermediate School
Manheim Township School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (929)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lancaster?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lancaster is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lancaster?
The cheapest apartment in Lancaster is 430-432 E. Orange Street which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Lancaster costs $1,760.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lancaster?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Lancaster that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lancaster?
Cheap apartments in Lancaster have an average cost of $110 which is $1,650 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lancaster.
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