
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, TX from $500 (71 Rentals)
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Creekwood Place

926-928 Westover Dr

300-306 E Main St

230 E Colonial Dr

1555 Willowbrook St

Villas of Lancaster

Westridge Apartments

Meadows

Portofino Apartments
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Bel Air Place

3130 Parkerville Rd

Rosemont of Lancaster

300 E Main St

508 W 8th St

Room in House on Concordia Ln

Eagle Creek Landing Apartments

Casa Hills at Wolf Creek

Highland Hills

EMLI at Liberty Crossing Apartments
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The Park at Wintergreen Apartments

Wheatland Terrace

Red Oak Town Village Apartments

Autumn Breeze

Market Place at Liberty Crossing

885 East Ovilla Road

The Ovilla

1717 Dynasty Dr

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Emerson at Red Oak

Bellwether Ridge
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241 N Overlook Dr, Unit 11303

Ridge At Lancaster

1220 Mockingbird Ln

1225 E Pleasant Run Rd, Unit 1712

1225 E Pleasant Run Rd, Unit 2108

1225 E Pleasant Run Rd, Unit 1605

Magnolia Trace

Wilmer Country Isle

The 510 Apartments

Paloma
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The Crossing

Wheatland Gardens

Windsong Place

Cedar Green Living Center

Waverly Apartments

Red Oak Apartments

La Hacienda

Canyon Oaks Apartment Homes

Wooded Creek

La Finca Apartments
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Lancaster, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lancaster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,470 | $949 | $2,020 |
| Cheap Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $1,039 | $2,279 |
| Cheap Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $1,366 | $2,199 |
| Cheap Lancaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,038 | $1,993 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Magnolia Trace in the Highland Hills neighborhood priced from $596. Windsong Place in the Meadowview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Trace | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $596 |
| Windsong Place | A1-50% | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Eagle Creek Landing Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Waverly Apartments | 1st Mo. Rent FREE Move in Special! (OAC) | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Rolling Hills Place | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Vista Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Casa Hills at Wolf Creek | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| EMLI at Liberty Crossing Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
| Wooded Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| The Park at Wintergreen Apartments | The Carousel | 1BR,1BA | $1,141 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, TX
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.28 price per square foot C2 Model at Ridge At Lancaster in the in the Highland Hills neighborhood starting from $1,793. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the C1 Model at EMLI at Liberty Crossing Apartments starting at $1,794 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Outer Mesquite 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge At Lancaster | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| EMLI at Liberty Crossing Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Vista Park Apartments | 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Highland Hills | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Beckley Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Creekwood Place | Two Bed Two Bath 1054 Sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Magnolia Trace | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Waverly Apartments | 1st Mo. Rent FREE Move in Special! (OAC) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Rolling Hills Place | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Windsong Place | A1-80% | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment is $596 at Magnolia Trace.
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 $1,039 at Vista Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highland Hills and starts from $1,366.
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