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

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LancasterPA17602
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40 W James St

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325 North Duke StreetLancaster, PA 17602
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Downtown Lancaster, Lancaster, PA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Intel0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,195
Creekside North Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Steeple View Lofts 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,348
241A N Queen St1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,395
The Keppel Building0BR/1.0BAStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Intel2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.20
Steeple View Lofts 55+2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.26
40 S Prince St, Unit #2nd floor40 S Prince St2BR,1BA$1.25
241A N Queen St1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.48
Creekside North Apartments1 Bed /1Bath/Den-1BR,1BA$1.44
The Keppel Building0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.77
Celadon at GrandviewA21BR,1BA$2.86
Landis Place on King- 55+ CommunityChestnut1BR,1BA$2.17
The Lofts at Stehli Silk Mill1I - 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.53
10 PrinceNew - 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom-5811BR,1BA$2.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Lancaster, Lancaster, PA

Ranked #18

Among neighborhoods in Lancaster, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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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