
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lancaster Neighborhood of Lancaster, PA from $800 (13 Rentals)
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136 E Walnut St

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40 S Prince St, Unit #2nd floor

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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 |
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Downtown Lancaster Studio Apartments | $1,466 | $899 | $1,852 |
Downtown Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $925 | $2,750 |
Downtown Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,250 | $2,894 |
Downtown Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,600 | $1,650 |
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There are currently 13 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 Studio unit found at The Intel priced from $1,195. Creekside North Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lancaster apartments for rent in Lancaster, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Intel | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
Creekside North Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Steeple View Lofts 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,348 |
241A N Queen St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
The Keppel Building | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,485 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lancaster, PA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lancaster area is the $2.20 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Intel in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,275. The second greatest value Downtown Lancaster apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Steeple View Lofts 55+ starting at $2,280 with a $2.26 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. |
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The Intel | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Steeple View Lofts 55+ | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
40 S Prince St, Unit #2nd floor | 40 S Prince St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
241A N Queen St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Creekside North Apartments | 1 Bed /1Bath/Den- | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
The Keppel Building | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
Celadon at Grandview | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Landis Place on King- 55+ Community | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
The Lofts at Stehli Silk Mill | 1I - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
10 Prince | New - 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom-581 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Lancaster, Lancaster, PA
Ranked #18
Among neighborhoods in Lancaster, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Lancaster Neighborhood in Lancaster, PA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 The Intel listed at $1,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment is $1,250 at Creekside North 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 $1,349 at Creekside North Apartments.
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