
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lancaster Neighborhood of Waldorf, MD from $1,225 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lancaster area of Waldorf.


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Lancaster, Waldorf, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lancaster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,986 | $1,488 | $3,889 |
| Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $1,556 | $4,970 |
| Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $1,915 | $4,108 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Lancaster Neighborhood of Waldorf, MD.
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Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lancaster area of Washington, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at Village Lake Apartments priced from $1,488. Fox Chase Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,527. Here are the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Lake Apartments | The Heron | 1BR, 1BA | $1,488 |
| Fox Chase Apartments | A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,527 |
| Smallwood Gardens | B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,529 |
| Spark Waldorf | Brighten | 2BR, 1BA | $1,603 |
| Brookmont Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,629 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, MD
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.64 price per square foot Osprey Model at Sunstone Grove in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood starting from $3,260. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the TOWNHOME Model at Collection at Scotland Heights in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood starting at $2,975 with a $1.59 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunstone Grove | Osprey | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Collection at Scotland Heights | TOWNHOME | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.59 |
| Brookestone | Amara | 3BR, 2.5BA | $2.01 |
| The Links at Gleneagles | The Ervine | 2BR, 2BA | $1.72 |
| Sheffield Greens Apartments | The Homestead | 2BR, 2BA | $1.63 |
| Coachman's Landing Apartments | B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.72 |
| New Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.67 |
| Spark Waldorf | Excite | 2BR, 1BA | $1.71 |
| 10962 Stella Ct | 10962 Stella Ct | 2BR, 1BA | $1.95 |
| Village Lake Apartments | The Heron | 1BR, 1BA | $2.06 |
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Best Local Schools in Lancaster, Waldorf, MD
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lancaster?
The cheapest apartment in Lancaster is Village Lake Apartments which is listed at $1,488, while the average apartment in Lancaster costs $1,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lancaster?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Lancaster that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lancaster?
Cheap apartments in Lancaster have an average cost of $362 which is $1,637 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lancaster.
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