
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lancaster Neighborhood of Waldorf, MD from $1,100 (14 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 | $2,040 | $1,160 | $4,427 |
| Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,409 | $1,711 | $5,209 |
| Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,134 | $1,915 | $3,930 |
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There are currently 14 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 $1,476. Smallwood Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,529. 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 | $1,476 |
| Smallwood Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,529 |
| Wakefield Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,544 |
| Fox Chase Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,576 |
| Crossland Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, MD
As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.70 price per square foot Egret Model at Sunstone Grove in the in the Saint Charles Town Center neighborhood starting from $3,575. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the TOWNHOME Model at Collection at Scotland Heights starting at $2,899 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Saint Charles Town Center 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunstone Grove | Egret | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.70 |
| Collection at Scotland Heights | TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| Spark Waldorf | Cultivate | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| 2175 Forman Ct, Unit Basement | 2175 Forman Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Smallwood Gardens | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Hunter's Run Apartments | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| New Forest Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| 2175 Forman Ct, Unit 1 | 2175 Forman Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Victoria Park Jaycees Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Brookmont Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLancaster, Waldorf, MD
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Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Lancaster, Waldorf, MD
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School
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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 $1,476, while the average apartment in Lancaster costs $3,200.
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 7 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 $160 which is $3,040 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lancaster.
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