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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lancaster?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lancaster Studio Apartments | $1,694 | $1,010 | $2,675 |
Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $1,190 | $3,751 |
Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,168 | $4,105 |
Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $1,349 | $5,539 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lancaster, SC
Pricing Updated: 07/27/2025Current apartment rentals in the Lancaster, SC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lancaster Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Shelly Woods | $1,867 | $850 | 5 |
Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, SC is a 2 Beds unit found at Sycamore Run in the Shelly Woods neighborhood priced from $1,168. Gable Oaks Apartment Homes in the Stonewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,190. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sycamore Run | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,168 |
Gable Oaks Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
Patriots Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, SC
As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.49 price per square foot Palmer Model at Gateway at Rock Hill in the in the Stonewood neighborhood starting from $1,955. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 3x2 Ranch Model at Wildwood Springs starting at $1,578 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Stonewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lancaster apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Gateway at Rock Hill | Palmer | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
Wildwood Springs | 3x2 Ranch | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Galleria Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | The Wylie Townhouse EIK | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
Waterford Terrace | Catawba | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
IMT Edgewater | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
Cushendall Commons | 2 BR / 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
The Alexander Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
2017 Garland Trail Ln, Unit 2019 | 2017 Garland Trail Ln | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
East Gate Villas | 2BR 1.5BA Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
Sycamore Run | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
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Getting Around Lancaster, SC
Walk Score®
23 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Lancaster, SC Area Reviews
Patty • 4+ years in Lancaster
April 10, 2025Lots of old boarded up homes and buildings. No Jobs or plants. Not enough apartments that seniors can afford. Lots of pot holes on our roads that our grandchildren have to drive on to school........ so bad and outrageous taxes. Why we have to pay for School Tax and don't have children in school?
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lancaster?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lancaster is at The Caroline listed at $1,329.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment is $1,190 at Gable Oaks Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lancaster Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lancaster is starting from $1,168 at Sycamore Run.
What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sycamore Run and starts from $1,349.
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