Lancaster, PA
Average - $1,536/mo · 2 beds
Green = lower rent · Red = higher rent
Distribution
- Great deal
- Good deal
- Fair price
- High price
- Overpriced
$ range
$625–$3,379
Most affordable
ZIP 17602 ($1,434/mo)
Common unit
1BR
Market overview
Median and typical range by unit type in this market.
| Unit type | Median | 25th pct | 75th pct |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1,335 | $1,085 | $1,499 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,695 | $1,295 | $1,995 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,750 | $1,525 | $1,995 |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,095 | $1,874 | $2,500 |
Based on 157 listings in Lancaster.
Recent listings in Lancaster
Frequently asked questions
Figures below match the listing sample on this page.
The average rent in Lancaster, PA is $1,536/mo across 169 active listings. A 2-bedroom typically runs around $1,695/mo. Prices vary significantly by neighborhood - use RentLemon to compare your specific address against local comps.
Based on 157 scored listings, 25% of Lancaster, PA rentals are overpriced relative to local market benchmarks. That said, 43% are great deals and another 8% are good deals - 51% of the market is at or below fair value if you know where to look. RentLemon scores every listing against neighborhood-adjusted medians so you can tell which is which before you apply.
Rentals in Lancaster, PA currently range from $625–$3,379. The spread reflects the mix of unit types and neighborhoods - studios and shared units anchor the low end, while large multi-bedroom homes in premium neighborhoods drive the high end.
ZIP 17602 is currently the most affordable area in our Lancaster, PA sample. Prices shift month to month as new listings enter the market, so check the neighborhood index above for the latest fair-price estimates across every area we track.