
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, PA from $600 (79 Rentals)
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2112 Stone Mill Rd, Unit 14, Unit 14

12 Strasburg Pike

310 W James St

207 W King St

44 S Prince St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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46 S Prince St, Unit unit 2, Unit unit 2

624 E King St

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10 Prince

35 N Mulberry St
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446 N Duke St

25 Conestoga St

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22 S Duke St, Unit 2A Studio, Unit 2A Studio

505 N Lime St

East Side Village

Cherryhill Villas

627 Manor St

Towne House Apartments

41 S Water St, Unit #2, Unit #2

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Factory Apartments
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Roseville House

40 W James St

Barrcrest Apartment Homes

420 W King St

Oakview Estates

Wheatland Hills

11 N Ann St

Colebrook Apartments

Apartments at Richmond Square

Buchanan Court
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425 N Prince St, Unit 107

205 E King St

Steeple View Lofts 55+

328 W King St

Creekside North Apartments

Grandview Apartments

Spring Manor

432 W Lemon St

Wyncote Apartments

Glenn Wyn (06gl)
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Lancaster Court Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

Fulton Market

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2151 Thoroughbred Ln, Unit Heritage Hideaway, Unit Heritage Hideaway

Hardware Lofts, Lancaster, PA (#3356)

19 S Ann St

911 E King St

25 S Ann St

722 E King St

Wilshire Hills Apartments
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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 | $1,516 | $950 | $3,750 |
| Cheap Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $950 | $3,249 |
| Cheap Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $1,095 | $3,720 |
| Cheap Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,379 | $1,295 | $4,703 |
| Cheap Lancaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $1,775 | $2,580 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lancaster, PA
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Lancaster, PA area range in price from $950 to $4,703 with an overall median price of $2,375. The three Lancaster neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ross at $1,095, Cabbage Hill at $950, and College Park at $950. 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 | $2,045 | $1,095 | 25 |
| Cabbage Hill | $2,245 | $950 | 182 |
| College Park | $2,245 | $950 | 167 |
| Conestoga Heights | $2,245 | $950 | 138 |
| East Side | $2,245 | $950 | 165 |
| Mussertown | $2,245 | $950 | 169 |
| Prospect Heights | $2,245 | $950 | 143 |
| Quaker Hills | $2,245 | $950 | 141 |
| Stevens | $2,245 | $950 | 165 |
| West End | $2,245 | $950 | 167 |
Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, PA is a Studio unit found at The Intel in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood priced from $1,195. Factory Apartments in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Intel | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Factory Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Colebrook Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,305 |
| Creekside North Apartments | 1 Bedroom CS | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Grandview Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Spring Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Glenn Wyn (06gl) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, PA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.18 price per square foot 116 S Prince St Model at 116 S Prince St, Unit 116-2 in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the Piedmont Model at Belair Townhomes starting at $2,064 with a $1.47 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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| 116 S Prince St, Unit 116-2 | 116 S Prince St | 4BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Belair Townhomes | Piedmont | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| Kensington Club | The Winchester | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 218 E Orange St, Unit Apt. 2 | 218 E Orange St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Wheatland Arms (06wh) | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Sutherland Village | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| 562 W Orange St, Unit 1 | 562 W Orange St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Hawthorne Gardens | Peyton | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| 46 S Prince St, Unit 2 | 46 S Prince St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 44 S Prince St, Unit 3 | 44 S Prince St | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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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
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Lancaster, PA
Manheim Twp High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lancaster?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lancaster is at The Intel listed at $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment is $1,275 at Factory 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 $1,399 at Hawthorne Gardens.
What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Manor House Apartments and starts from $2,051.
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