Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Lancaster, PA from $700 (25 Rentals)

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Fremont Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fremont Court

825 Fremont StLancaster, PA 17603
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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

100 S Marshall StLancaster, PA 17602
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Glenn Wyn
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenn Wyn

145-146 Maple LnLancaster, PA 17601
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Vinoy
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vinoy

325 North Duke StreetLancaster, PA 17602
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Grandview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview Apartments

876 Salisbury CtLancaster, PA 17601
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East Side, Lancaster, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Lancaster, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vinoy priced from $1,200. Factory Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Lancaster, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vinoy3311BR,1BA$1,200
Factory ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Lancaster Court Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,295
Kensington ClubThe Dorchester1BR,1BA$1,331
Ambassador ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, PA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Bradford Model at Kensington Club in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Chateau d'Eden starting at $1,645 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kensington ClubThe Bradford3BR,2BA$1.28
Chateau d'Eden2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Mayfair ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.35
Lancaster Lofts ApartmentsArmstrong1BR,1BA$1.60
49 Riverside Ave, Unit 149 Riverside Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
30 S Prince St, Unit #130 S Prince St2BR,1BA$1.43
40 S Prince St, Unit 140 S Prince St1BR,1BA$1.22
46 S Prince St, Unit unit 446 S Prince St1BR,1BA$1.06
44 S Prince St, Unit 344 S Prince St1BR,1BA$1.09
The Keppel BuildingStudioStudio ,1BA$1.61

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side, Lancaster, PA

Ranked #8

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the East Side Neighborhood in Lancaster, PA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side is at Factory Apartments listed at $1,250.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment is $1,200 at Vinoy.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side is starting from $1,360 at Kensington Club.

What is the most affordable East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kensington Club and starts from $1,850.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.