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    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,450

    5972 Pine St

    5972 Pine St, East Petersburg, PA 17520
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    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,500

    396 N Duke St

    396 N Duke St, Millersville, PA 17551

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Lancaster is home to Central Market, the oldest continuously operating farmers' market in the United States, established in the 1730s and still serving the community from its distinctive Romanesque Revival building. Those looking for apartments for rent in Lancaster will find a range of housing options throughout the city, from historic row homes in the downtown area to newer apartment communities in neighborhoods like School Lane Hills and the Northwest Corridor. With a population of approximately 59,000 residents, this compact city offers an affordable alternative to larger metropolitan areas, with average rents ranging from around $1,288 for a studio to $1,721 for a two-bedroom apartment.

Renting in Lancaster provides convenient access to the city's cultural district along Gallery Row, which features over 40 art galleries and studios, as well as the historic Fulton Opera House for live performances. The downtown area offers a walkable environment with local shops, restaurants, and cafes within easy reach of residential neighborhoods. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation at Long's Park and benefit from the city's location along major routes including Route 30 and Route 283, providing straightforward connections to Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and other regional employment centers. Franklin & Marshall College adds educational and cultural programming to the western part of the city, while healthcare and manufacturing sectors provide diverse employment opportunities throughout Lancaster County.

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Manheim Twp High School

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Grades 9-12
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Conestoga Valley Senior High School

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Mccaskey Campus

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Manor Middle School

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Centerville Middle School

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Gerald G Huesken Middle School

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Reynolds Middle School

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Manheim Twp Middle School

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Nitrauer School

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Neff School

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Hambright El School

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Landis Run Intermediate School

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Rohrerstown El School

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Lancaster, PA

What are the average rent costs in Lancaster, PA?

The average rent in Lancaster, PA is $1,524.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Lancaster, PA is $1,308.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA is $1,524.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA is $1,744.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA is $2,120.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Lancaster, PA is $2,338.

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