Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown York Neighborhood of York, PA from $700 (19 Rentals)

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Downtown York, York, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown York Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown York area of York, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at 361 W Market St priced from $895. 1436 Monroe St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Downtown York apartments for rent in York, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
361 W Market St1 bedroom1BR,1BA$895
1436 Monroe St1x11BR,1BA$1,000
19 N DukeTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1,225
1 E King St EOne Bedroon1BR,1BA$1,295
Two32 Apartments1x1- Easy Living1BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown York, PA

As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown York area is the $1.46 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2.5 Bathroom Loft - 1235 sq ft Model at Ribbon Place in the in the Northwest York neighborhood starting from $1,807. The second greatest value Downtown York apartment is the Luxury Style 2 Bedroom Apartment Located in Yor... Model at Fairway Flats Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Iron Bridge Landing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown York apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ribbon Place2 Bedroom/2.5 Bathroom Loft - 1235 sq ft2BR,2.5BA$1.46
Fairway Flats ApartmentsLuxury Style 2 Bedroom Apartment Located in Yor...2BR,2BA$1.72
1515 E Market St1x11BR,1BA$1.32
1436 S Duke St, Unit 1F1436 S Duke St1BR,1BA$1.21
200 5th ApartmentsLexi- 1 BED / 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.62
Carriage Works2 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.75
19 N DukeTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.54
1 E King St EOne Bedroon1BR,1BA$1.64
817 E Philadelphia St, Unit 1817 E Philadelphia St1BR,1BA$1.58
361 W Market St1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.63

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown York, York, PA

Ranked #19

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown York

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown York?

There are currently 237 Apartments for Rent in Downtown York, PA with pricing that ranges from $295 to $3,000. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown York ranging from $750 to $2,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown York?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown York ranges from $750 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,352.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown York?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown York range from $995 to $1,699, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.