Information about Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Discover Lancaster Apartments for Rent

When you look for apartments in Lancaster, you'll find a charming, historic town full of architectural wonder in a prime location that's close to major metropolitan centers like Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York, as well as the beaches of Delaware and New Jersey. Lancaster, whose name is taken from a city in England, was settled by the Pennsylvania Dutch in 1709 and is considered one of the oldest inland cities.

Rent an apartment in Lancaster's Central Business district if you want to be in the middle of the excitement. There you'll find some of the Red Rose's major buildings like the Fulton Opera House, one of only eight theaters designated a National Historic Landmark. Explore the four blocks of Penn Square and uncover a wealth of unique restaurants, galleries, upscale retailers, antique dealers, bustling farmers market and well-preserved historic buildings. Drop by the Chameleon Club to hear live, original music by some of the hottest stars and most promising up-and-comers. There's something exciting going on most every night of the week at this impressive 10,000-square-foot multi-level concert facility.

No matter where your apartment is in Lancaster, you'll find plenty of activities throughout the year. Listen to live music downtown at Music Fridays, or grab dinner out and head over to Binn's Park every Thursday throughout the summer for movie nights. Gallery row has over 90 art venues and the city hosts a walking tour and celebration of the arts on the first Friday of the month. Squids, cruisers and collectors alike will enjoy Wheels Weekend, showcasing cars, motorcycles and scooters. Get out for a stroll around a tree-lined lake at Long's Park over the Labor Day weekend where you can view and purchase art from hundreds of exhibitors at the Art & Craft Festival, one of the top 10 shows in the nation.

Find out for yourself why Lancaster is blooming. You’ll find a place where you can grow as well as a wealth of available apartments for rent. And, ApartmentGuide.com can help you along in your search with detailed neighborhood information, maps and listings of Lancaster apartments for rent.