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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, PA from $600 (29 Rentals)
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$899 - $2,388Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
10 Prince
10 S Prince StLancaster, PA 17603
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136 E Walnut St
LancasterPA17602
416-418 Manor St
LancasterPA17603
815 N Shippen St
LancasterPA17602
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$1,066 - $1,6241 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Waterford at Sterling Place Apartments
701 Sterling PlLancaster, PA 17603
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$1,100 - $1,1251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
East Side Village
1000-1072 Grofftown RdLancaster, PA 17602
1711 Lincoln Hwy
LancasterPA17602
224 E King St
LancasterPA17602
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$1,1291 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 9
221 E Mifflin St, Unit 207
221 E Mifflin StLancaster, PA 17602
323 Beaver St
LancasterPA17603
134 Juniata St
LancasterPA17602
635 Manor St
LancasterPA17603
849-851 Manor St
LancasterPA17603
2280 Old Philadelphia Pike
LancasterPA17602
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$1,200 - $1,6251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 18
Towne House Apartments
740 N Duke StLancaster, PA 17602
825 Columbia Ave
LancasterPA17603
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$1,125 - $1,3252 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Eshleman Mill
1600-1614 Eshelman Mill RdWillow Street, PA 17584
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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 | $1,443 | $899 | $2,229 |
| Cheap Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $800 | $3,075 |
| Cheap Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,125 | $4,030 |
| Cheap Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,214 | $1,195 | $4,170 |
| Cheap Lancaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $1,624 | $3,756 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lancaster, PA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lancaster, PA area range in price from $800 to $4,170 with an overall median price of $1,860. The three Lancaster neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Conestoga Heights at $800, Prospect Heights at $800, and West End at $800. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conestoga Heights | $1,704 | $800 | 142 |
| Prospect Heights | $1,704 | $800 | 145 |
| West End | $1,704 | $800 | 160 |
| Quaker Hills | $1,712 | $800 | 139 |
| Stevens | $1,712 | $800 | 152 |
| Cabbage Hill | $1,717 | $800 | 166 |
| Mussertown | $1,721 | $800 | 157 |
| Southside | $1,731 | $800 | 149 |
| Churchtowne | $1,743 | $800 | 156 |
| Ross | $1,750 | $995 | 39 |
Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Waterford at Sterling Place Apartments in the Conestoga Heights neighborhood priced from $1,066. Factory Apartments in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford at Sterling Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,066 |
| Factory Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Wyncote Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Kensington Club | The Dorchester | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| Steeple View Lofts 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,348 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, PA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Williamson Square (06wi) in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,035. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 2B 1.5 B twnhse Model at Fulton Market starting at $1,450 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the College Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williamson Square (06wi) | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Fulton Market | 2B 1.5 B twnhse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Kensington Club | The Barrington | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Wheatland Arms (06wh) | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Barrcrest Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 44 S Prince St, Unit 1R | 44 S Prince St | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 34 E Ross St, Unit 2 | 34 E Ross St | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 335 N West End Ave, Unit 2 | 335 N West End Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Wyncote Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 46 S Prince St, Unit 4 | 46 S Prince St | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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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.
Pet Friendly LifestyleLancaster, PA
Ranked #33
Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Lancaster, PA
Manheim Twp High School
Manheim Township School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1899)
8 out of 10
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Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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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 $1,348.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lancaster?
The cheapest apartment in Lancaster is Waterford at Sterling Place Apartments which is listed at $1,066, while the average apartment in Lancaster costs $1,860.
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 92 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 $930 which is $930 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lancaster.
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