
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lancaster Neighborhood of Lancaster, PA from $900 (23 Rentals)
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10 Prince

40 S Prince St, Unit 1

446 N Duke St

41 S Water St, Unit #2

249 N Mulberry St

Steeple View Lofts 55+
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134 E Lemon St

The Keppel Building

30 S Prince St, Unit #1

The Apartments at 101 North Queen

415 N Prince St

The Alistair

249 N Mulberry St
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Hardware Lofts, Lancaster, PA (#3356)

208 W Vine St

114 S Prince St

Vinoy

11 E Walnut St

City View Apartments

Walnut 38
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Prince Street Lofts

241A N Queen St
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 | $1,414 | $989 | $1,902 |
| Downtown Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $950 | $2,439 |
| Downtown Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,116 | $1,375 | $2,911 |
| Downtown Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,725 | $1,850 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 23 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 Keppel Building priced from $1,385. The Apartments at 101 North Queen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lancaster apartments for rent in Lancaster, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Keppel Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,385 |
| The Apartments at 101 North Queen | 1 bed 1 bath 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Intel | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| 202 Queen | Studio/1 Bathroom-443 | Studio,1BA | $1,519 |
| The Alistair | Junior A, B, C | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lancaster, PA
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lancaster area is the $2.53 price per square foot Lime Model at Landis Place on King- 55+ Community in the in the Hawthorne Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,854. The second greatest value Downtown Lancaster apartment is the 30 S Prince St Model at 30 S Prince St, Unit #1 starting at $1,395 with a $1.43 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 | Lime | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| 30 S Prince St, Unit #1 | 30 S Prince St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 40 S Prince St, Unit 1 | 40 S Prince St | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 44 S Prince St, Unit 3 | 44 S Prince St | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Keppel Building | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Intel | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Apartments at 101 North Queen | 1 bed 1 bath M Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| The Alistair | Junior A, B, C | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 202 Queen | Studio/1 Bathroom-443 | Studio ,1BA | $3.43 |
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 Keppel Building listed at $1,385.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Lancaster Apartment is $1,400 at The Apartments at 101 North Queen.
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 $1,825 at The Apartments at 101 North Queen.
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