
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Schaefferstown, PA from $300 (60 Rentals)
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Garden Oaks Apartments

Avery Square

North Cornwall Commons Apartments

Summit Square Apartments

Meadows East

Plaza Apartments

Wheatland Hills

Colebrook Apartments

Apartments at Richmond Square
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The Apartments at Lititz Springs

School Court

Pennwick Terrace Apartments & Townhomes

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Wyncote Apartments

Weavertown Terrace

Concord Court Apartments

Greentree Village Townhomes

Briar Ridge Commons

Breezy Heights
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Sweetbriar Apartments

The Harvest

Spring Valley

Highlands at Warwick

Lincoln Park Apartments and Townhomes

Holly Tree

Stonebrook at Northside Crossing

The Bradford

The Crest at Elm Tree

419 Apartments
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Greenview Terrace

Green Valley Terrace Luxury Apartments

Neffsville Cottages

The Pointe at Overlook

Carmany Place Apartments

103 Schoolhouse Rd

Kreider Commons

Kissel Hill Apartments

Akron Extended Stay Suites

544 S 9th St
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360 E Wyomissing Ave

1215 Lehman St

602 E Maple St

330 S 9th St

355 S 9th St

636 W Penn Ave

420 N 12th St

Pennwick Townhomes

49 S Mill St

63 N Cherry St
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Schaefferstown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Schaefferstown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schaefferstown Studio Apartments | $1,440 | $1,192 | $1,895 |
| Schaefferstown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,649 | $650 | $2,620 |
| Schaefferstown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $725 | $3,453 |
| Schaefferstown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,500 | $4,058 |
| Schaefferstown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,242 | $1,990 | $2,440 |
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Cheapest Available Schaefferstown Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Schaefferstown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Garden Oaks Apartments in the Downtown Lebanon neighborhood priced from $1,000. Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schaefferstown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Colebrook Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,305 |
| Meadows East | Garden C | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Berkshire Hills Townhomes And Apartments | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Weavertown Terrace | Modern Townhome Community, Wash/Dryer/Assigned ... | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Wheatland Hills | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Concord Court Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,424 |
| North Cornwall Commons Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Summit Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom - Hearth Collection | 2BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schaefferstown, PA and Nearby
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Schaefferstown area is the $1.46 price per square foot Piedmont Model at Belair Townhomes in the in the Outer Lancaster neighborhood starting from $2,048. The second greatest value Schaefferstown apartment is the 3 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom - Hearth Collection Model at Summit Square Apartments starting at $1,825 with a $1.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Schaefferstown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belair Townhomes | Piedmont | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| Summit Square Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom - Hearth Collection | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Breezy Heights | The Crest | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 419 Apartments | Legacy | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Holly Tree | Tulip | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Market Square | End Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Greentree Village Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Meadows East | Garden C | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Weavertown Terrace | Modern Townhome Community, Wash/Dryer/Assigned ... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Schaefferstown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Schaefferstown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Schaefferstown Apartment is $1,000 at Garden Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Schaefferstown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Schaefferstown is starting from $1,350 at Meadows East.
What is the most affordable Schaefferstown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Schaefferstown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Garden Oaks Apartments and starts from $1,500.
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