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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Lancaster

I like that it is a suburb but is close to a major city. I like it is close to shopping and schools.

There are not very many neighbors. Is also located outside city limits in the country. Also very peaceful

Our neighborhood is very quiet and we all help each other out. Those that are able shovel snow and mow lawns for those who cannot. It's like living among friends.

It is old fashioned and relaxed atmosphere. Favorite restaurant is Olive Garden, and Texas Roadhouse. We enjoy going for walks, and out to dinner and a movie.

Being easy access to everything & my neighborhood being extremely family oriented & friendly relationship with the neighbors and knowing each other.

That it's really safe and quiet. Walmart is very close. There's also quite a few decent restaurants in our area. I enjoy going pretty much anywhere w/ my family and friends.

Who Lives Here

Lancaster Demographics

Education

High School

34%

Associate's

21%

Bachelor's

8%

Master's

3%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

46%

3 people

24%

4 people

17%

5 people

9%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

55%

50-100k

30%

100-150k

11%

150-200k

3%

200k+

1%

Age

0-10

13%

10-20

11%

20-45

32%

45-65

26%

65+

18%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Lancaster?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Nov '23$963$1060$1360$1675
Oct '23$995$1035$1367$1795
Sep '23$995$985$1365$1550
Aug '23$995$972$1364$1795
Jul '23$995$1175$1363$1795
Jun '23$955$967$1362$1775
May '23$965$1150$1362$1775
Apr '23$965$1095$1362$1595
Mar '23$950$967$1362$1595
Feb '23$950$967$1362$1595
Jan '23$950$967$1362$1762
Dec '22$950$1070$1362$1762
Nov '22$950$1070$1362$1762

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Lancaster

Lancaster Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

34%

15-30 Mins

24%

30-40 Mins

13%

40-60 Mins

21%

60+ Mins

9%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3333

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 6 of 8 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 5 of 8 renters

Percentage: 3636

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 4 of 8 renters

Top Scores: Nightlife, Health, Pet

Things To Do In Lancaster

Top Score

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Lancaster is running dry.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 10% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 88% more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 87% fewer gyms than average
  3. 17% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Lancaster could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 88% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 55% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 50% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 67% more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 75% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 60% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This supermarket score is far from superior.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 100% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 100% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Better stock your pantry because the restaurant scene is paltry.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 83% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 49% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Stock up on your home beans, because this place is out of brew.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 100% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Parks

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Room for improvement. More parks please.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 100% fewer parks than average
  3. 100% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This place is great for recovering shopaholics - a low retail score.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer shops than average
  3. 100% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The lack of medical care round here is a little hard to swallow

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Lancaster Features

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 8 of 8 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 8 of 8 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 8 of 8 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 7 of 8 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 7 of 8 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 7 of 8 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 6 of 8 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 6 of 8 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 6 of 8 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 6 of 8 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 5 of 8 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 5 of 8 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 5 of 8 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 4 of 8 renters

Tree Lined Streets

Yes

Say 4 of 8 renters

Well Lit

Yes

Say 4 of 8 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 6 of 8 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 6 of 8 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 7 of 8 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 8 of 8 renters

Lancaster Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Lancaster

9/10

Granville Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

9/10

Hamilton Elementary School

Grades K-3 • Public

9/10

New Albany Primary School

Grades 1-3 • Public

9/10

South Bloomfield Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

9/10

Central Elementary School

Grades PK-4 • Public

9/10

Buckeye Woods Elementary School

Grades K-4 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Lancaster, OH

Lancaster, Ohio is a small city with a population of slightly less than 40,000. At an average age of just under 40, the city's population is fairly typical compared to other cities in Ohio, which has an average age of 39. Homeowners hold a slight majority over renters in Lancaster by a small 54%-47% margin. The average rent of $785/month is roughly the same as the state average.

Lancaster residents have an average commute of about 28 minutes. Many residents (40%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transit isn't used extensively. A small percentage of commuters walk to work.

Compared to the national average, Lancaster has a high number of residents older than 25 with a high school degree or GED (27%). Furthermore, 8% possess a Bachelor's degree and 3% have a Master's or Doctoral degree. There are plenty of industries from which to choose in Lancaster, the most common four of which are retail, healthcare, manufacturing, and entertainment. Together, these industries make up 27% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 8% of the city's population works in sales, which ranks as the top profession in the city. With an average annual income of around $53,000, Lancaster workers earn around $11,000 less than the average Ohio resident. Lancaster's average income also trails the national average ($73,345).

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