141 S Prince St
LancasterPA17603
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lancaster Neighborhood of Lancaster, PA from $945 (37 Rentals)
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142 S Prince St
LancasterPA17603
218 W King St
LancasterPA17603
356 N Queen St
LancasterPA17603
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$1,200
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219 W Vine St, Unit #1
219 W Vine StLancaster, PA 17603
41 S Water St, Unit #2
41 S Water St
LancasterPA17603
230 1/2 W Walnut St
LancasterPA17603
219 N Queen St
LancasterPA17603
138 E Chestnut St
LancasterPA17602
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$1,348 - $2,5201 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1
Steeple View Lofts 55+
118 N Water StLancaster, PA 17603
228 N Duke St
LancasterPA17602
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$1,350
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137 E Lemon St, Unit #1
137 E Lemon StLancaster, PA 17602
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$1,375 - $1,500
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$1,375 - $1,500
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118 W Chestnut St
118 W Chestnut StLancaster, PA 17603
40 W James St
LancasterPA17603
28 E Vine St
LancasterPA17602
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$1,450
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506 N Queen St, Unit Apartment 2
506 N Queen StLancaster, PA 17603
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$1,4951 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 11
The Keppel Building
325 N Queen StLancaster, PA 17603
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$1,500 - $2,2001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Alistair
347 N Queen StLancaster, PA 17603
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$1,500 - $4,243Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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118 N Prince StLancaster, PA 17603
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44 S Prince St, Unit 1
44 S Prince StLancaster, PA 17603
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$1,5001 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
10 E James St, Unit 1
10 E James StLancaster, PA 17602
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$1,549 - $2,918
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$1,549 - $2,918
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202 Queen
202 N Queen StLancaster, PA 17603
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$1,550Studio Apartments Available Now
The Apartments at 101 North Queen
101 N Queen StLancaster, PA 17603
121 E Chestnut St
LancasterPA17602
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$1,5651 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 23
425 N Prince St, Unit 312
425 N Prince StLancaster, PA 17603
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Hardware Lofts, Lancaster, PA (#3356)
44 N Queen StLancaster, PA 17603
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10 Prince
10 S Prince StLancaster, PA 17603
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313 N Mulberry St
LancasterPA17603
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Vinoy
325 North Duke StreetLancaster, PA 17602
53 W Farnum St
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136 E Lemon St
LancasterPA17602
11 E Walnut St
LancasterPA17602
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Walnut 38
38 E Walnut StLancaster, PA 17602
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Prince Street Lofts
227 N Prince StLancaster, PA 17603
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241A N Queen St
241A N Queen StLancaster, PA 17603
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City View Apartments
114 E Lemon StLancaster, PA 17602
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Downtown Lancaster, Lancaster, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lancaster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Lancaster Studio Apartments | $1,461 | $995 | $1,799 |
| Downtown Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $945 | $2,264 |
| Downtown Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $1,245 | $3,643 |
| Downtown Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,871 | $1,500 | $4,243 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lancaster Neighborhood of Lancaster, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lancaster Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lancaster area of Lancaster, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at City View Apartments priced from $1,397. The Alistair has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lancaster apartments for rent in Lancaster, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,397 |
| The Alistair | Studio D | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 202 Queen | Studio/1 Bathroom-443 | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| The Apartments at 101 North Queen | Studio 1 bath M Floor | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 10 Prince | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom-655 | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lancaster, PA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lancaster area is the $2.28 price per square foot Cherry Model at Landis Place on King- 55+ Community in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,760. The second greatest value Downtown Lancaster apartment is the 44 S Prince St Model at 44 S Prince St, Unit 1 starting at $1,500 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lancaster apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landis Place on King- 55+ Community | Cherry | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| 44 S Prince St, Unit 1 | 44 S Prince St | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 137 E Lemon St, Unit #1 | 137 E Lemon St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Intel | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| City View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 10 Prince | New - 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom-581 | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 506 N Queen St, Unit Apartment 2 | 506 N Queen St | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| The Apartments at 101 North Queen | Studio 1 bath M Floor | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
| The Alistair | Studio D | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 219 W Vine St, Unit #1 | 219 W Vine St | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lancaster Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Lancaster?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Lancaster is at 202 Queen listed at $1,549.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment is $1,397 at City View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lancaster is starting from $1,869 at 10 Prince.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.