
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, VA from $300 (14 Rentals)
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Yorktown Square

Arbors at Williamsburg

Grande Oak - A 55+ community!

The Flats of Williamsburg

Yorkview Apartments
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Woods of Williamsburg

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Stratford at Williamsburg
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Lancaster, VA Local Guide

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 | $1,139 | $1,015 | $1,325 |
Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,820 | $795 | $4,304 |
Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,011 | $893 | $4,680 |
Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $860 | $4,316 |
Lancaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,281 | $999 | $3,701 |
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Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, VA is a Studio unit found at The Flats of Williamsburg in the Stonegate neighborhood priced from $1,015. Grande Oak - A 55+ community! in the Regency at Longhill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,015. 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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The Flats of Williamsburg | Studio I | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
Grande Oak - A 55+ community! | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Lafayette Village Family Apartments | Three Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,025 |
Stratford at Williamsburg | Monticello | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, VA and Nearby
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.33 price per square foot Topsail Renovated Model at Towns at Pax River, A Linden Community in the in the Pegg Run neighborhood starting from $1,715. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the 2BR 2BA (1150sf) Model at Spotswood Commons starting at $1,891 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Regency at Longhill 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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Towns at Pax River, A Linden Community | Topsail Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Spotswood Commons | 2BR 2BA (1150sf) | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
Rolling Meadows Apartments - Tax Credit | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
Lafayette Village Family Apartments | Three Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Grande Oak - A 55+ community! | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
2 Rivers Apartment Homes | Nautica | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
Admiral's Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
Merrimac Crossing Apartment Homes | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
District At Williamsburg | 2 Bedroom Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Stratford at Williamsburg | Monticello | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Getting Around Lancaster, VA
Walk Score®
9 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
21 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $1,230 at Merrimac Crossing 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 $1,015 at Grande Oak - A 55+ community!.
What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lafayette Village Family Apartments and starts from $1,025.
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