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Newberry Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newberry Park

283 Park StYork, PA 17401
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Springfield Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Springfield Apartments

1930 Kenneth RdYork, PA 17408
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Color Works Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Color Works Apartments

175 W Gay AveYork, PA 17401
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Plaza Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plaza Apartments

1350 Memory Lane ExtYork, PA 17402
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Elm Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elm Terrace

450 Madison AveYork, PA 17404
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11 N Beaver St
1 Bedroom Apartments

11 N Beaver St

11 N Beaver StYork, PA 17401
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Riverside Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Lofts

231 W College AveYork, PA 17401
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in York, PA

Pricing Updated: 11/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the York, PA area range in price from $745 to $3,295 with an overall median price of $1,716. The three York neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Side York at $745, Grantley at $745, and Springdale at $745. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for York Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Side York$1,410$74514
Grantley$1,550$74543
Springdale$1,550$74529
West York$1,550$8757
Devers$1,597$74540
Doctors Row$1,597$74539
Downtown York$1,597$74538
Historic Newton Square$1,597$74539
Northeast York$1,597$74538
Northwest York$1,597$74539

Cheapest Available York Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in York, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at 120 N George St in the Northwest York neighborhood priced from $975. Lincoln Ridge Apartments in the Iron Bridge Landing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $989. Here is today’s list of the most affordable York apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
120 N George StOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$975
Lincoln Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$989
Elm Terrace1 Bedroom, 1-Bathroom apartments at Elm Terrace!1BR,1BA$1,025
Central School Apartmentsnone available2BR,1BA$1,050
Carriage Works2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1,056
Country Squire ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
Apartments at The Augury1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,169
25 N Beaver StTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1,175
Yorkshire RealtyYH 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in York, PA

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the York area is the $0.63 price per square foot 446 Walnut St Model at 446 Walnut St, Unit B in the in the Northwest York neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value York apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Wyndham Pointe starting at $1,790 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Stonybrook Wilshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for York apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
446 Walnut St, Unit B446 Walnut St2BR,1BA$0.63
Wyndham Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.28
Linden Lofts2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.15
GreenspringB1RP2BR,2BA$1.48
Greenbriar Estates3BR/1.5BA Townhome w/ Garage3BR,1.5BA$1.53
The FoundryTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.31
2600 Carlisle Rd2600 Carlisle Rd2BR,1BA$0.97
Central School Apartmentsnone available2BR,1BA$1.31
Elm Terrace1 Bedroom, 1-Bathroom apartments at Elm Terrace!1BR,1BA$1.31
Ribbon Place3 BEDROOM3BR,2BA$1.49

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York Overview

York, PA is known as the White Rose City. It has a population of 43,718. It’s the11th largest in Pennsylvania. The city has been known as an architectural museum because the downtown area features a number of historic, well-preserved structures. The city is home to four different national historic districts. Two of these are the Fairmount Historic District, and Springdale Historic District.

Why live in York, PA?

Living in York gives you a diverse population with people of all ages. In addition to the growing number of individuals and young couples in the metro area, there is a large number of families with children. The downtown area is attracting young professionals who are bringing money into the community to spur some rebuilding projects. Newcomers to the city can find remnants of the industrial era and the rich history. The increase in shops, high-end apartments, and special events with a flourishing art community lead to downtown living that is attractive. The overall cost of living is slightly lower than the national average and lower than in nearby communities. Many individuals who work in Maryland take advantage of the lower housing costs.

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Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

12 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap York Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom York Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom York Apartment is $975 at 120 N George St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom York Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in York is starting from $1,050 at Central School Apartments.

What is the most affordable York Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap York Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carriage Works and starts from $1,185.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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