Lancaster City is the ideal place for anyone that loves a blend of vibrant city life and relaxing rural countryside.
Situated in the center of stunning Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Lancaster City offers residents vibrant city living while living just minutes from relaxing Amish countryside. The city is also rich with many fun local events, green spaces, affordable apartments, and inexpensive homes, making it a pleasant place to call home.
According to U.S. News & World Report’s 2021-22 Best Places to Live in the U.S., Lancaster was ranked third in Best Places to Live in Pennsylvania, fifth in Places to Retire, 17th in Safest Places to Live, and 22nd in Quality of Life. Additionally, residents will feel secure living in one of the safest cities in Pennsylvania. According to Crime Grade, "Lancaster is in the 76th percentile for safety, meaning 76% of cities are more dangerous."
Furthermore, Lancaster’s living cost is more affordable than similar metro areas. The current median home prices are lower than average at an affordable $279.7k median listing home price. In addition, "The average rent for apartments in Lancaster is between $1,035 and $1,765 in 2022," according to Rent.com.
Lancaster City’s downtown area offers a variety of family-friendly events for residents to attend. "First Friday" occurs monthly and provides festive and joyous music, art, and culture on the streets. In addition to galleries, shops, and pop-up musicians, occasional special events and showcases are presented to add to the celebration.
Another benefit of living in the city is that 96% of residents are in close proximity to parks. Lancaster is home to eight stunning county parks, totaling 2,003 acres of green space. Local parks like Long’s Park, Lancaster County Central Park, Overlook Park, and Buchanan Park, include playgrounds, tennis courts, skateparks, pools, and miles of walking trails to enjoy! For pet owners, Buchanan Park is known for its popular dog park, the Beneful Dream Dog Park. The park is maintained by the City of Lancaster Parks Department and is free to enter.
For parents with young children, Lancaster City is located within the School District of Lancaster. The district offers a variety of hands-on learning and dedicated instruction from experienced faculty. According to Niche, The School District of Lancaster is ranked #3 out of 16 for student population diversity in Lancaster County.
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$75,000Pre-Foreclosure
or Short Sale5 Beds, 2 Baths1,758 sqft lot 2,178 sqftListing provided by Mindy Vance Bouman, Country Home Real Estate, Inc.MLS PALA20303541 Days on Market -
$229,0003 Beds, 1 Bath1,417 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Alexander WhittMLS PALA20303161 Days on Market -
$499,7504 Beds, 3 Baths2,085 sqft lot 13,068 sqftListing provided by Robert Hess, Kingsway RealtyMLS PALA20303002 Days on Market -
$235,0003 Beds, 1 Bath1,260 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Jeremy Ganse, RE/MAX SmartHub RealtyMLS PALA20300122 Days on Market -
$185,0002 Beds, 1 Bath1,196 sqftListing provided by Latoya Fowler, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA20302802 Days on Market -
$150,0005 Beds, 1 Bath1,740 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Hildamarie Ramos- SuarezMLS PALA20302584 Days on Market -
$249,9004 Beds, 3 Baths1,572 sqft lot 3,485 sqftListing provided by Zylkia Rivera, Keller Williams Platinum RealtyMLS PALA20297585 Days on Market -
$215,0003 Beds, 1 Bath1,366 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by James Fisher, Coldwell Banker RealtyMLS PALA20294825 Days on Market -
$235,0005 Beds, 3 Baths3,036 sqft lot 3,485 sqftListing provided by Marcus Sensenig, Prime Home Real Estate, LLCMLS PALA20298605 Days on Market -
$449,9004 Beds, 3 Baths2,052 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Mark Will, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA20297345 Days on Market -
$209,9003 Beds, 1 Bath1,562 sqft lot 2,178 sqftListing provided by Bob Rose, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA20301846 Days on Market -
$169,9003 Beds, 2 Baths1,276 sqft lot 3,485 sqftListing provided by Hildamarie Ramos- SuarezMLS PALA20301147 Days on Market -
$199,9002 Beds, 1 Bath960 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Andrew Smith, Keller Williams of Central PAMLS PALA20301707 Days on Market -
$155,0002 Beds, 1 Bath1,090 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Stephanie Frysinger, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA20301567 Days on Market -
$359,9002 Beds, 2 Baths920 sqftListing provided by Matt HelselMLS PALA20294647 Days on Market -
$315,0004 Beds, 3 Baths1,812 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Nicole Messina, Coldwell Banker RealtyMLS PALA20300147 Days on Market -
$219,9953 Beds, 2 Baths1,092 sqft lot 10,019 sqftListing provided by Elisabeth Hamberger, Keller Williams Keystone RealtyMLS PALA20300748 Days on Market -
$189,9004 Beds, 2 Baths1,756 sqft lot 2,614 sqftListing provided by Jane Megginson, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA20300408 Days on Market -
$449,9005 Beds, 2 Baths1,734 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Benjamin Siegrist, Kingsway RealtyMLS PALA20300948 Days on Market -
$385,0004 Beds, 3 Baths1,756 sqft lot 2,178 sqftListing provided by Matthew Koch, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA20300469 Days on Market -
$449,9003 Beds, 3 Baths2,749 sqftListing provided by Anne Lusk, Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International RealtyMLS PALA20298189 Days on Market -
$189,0005 Beds, 2 Baths1,588 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Benuel Esh, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA20286149 Days on Market -
$799,0005 Beds, 3 Baths2,828 sqft lot 4,792 sqftListing provided by Cedric Steiner, Charles & Associates REMLS PALA20300169 Days on Market -
$424,9003 Beds, 3 Baths1,900 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Carissa Garpstas, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA202988813 Days on Market -
$249,900Price Drop3 Beds, 2 Baths1,025 sqft lot 872 sqftListing provided by Marlene Leighty, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA202978013 Days on Market -
$399,9004 Beds, 3 Baths2,045 sqft lot 2,614 sqftListing provided by David Wissler, Coldwell Banker RealtyMLS PALA202957014 Days on Market -
$199,5003 Beds, 1 Bath1,336 sqft lot 2,178 sqftListing provided by CESAR CASTELLS DEL RIO, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA202978816 Days on Market -
$865,0004 Beds, 3 Baths2,985 sqft lot 3,921 sqftListing provided by Lisa Naples, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA202966616 Days on Market -
$205,000Price Drop3 Beds, 2 Baths1,323 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Mark Will, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA202967420 Days on Market -
$229,9003 Beds, 1 Bath924 sqft lot 3,050 sqftListing provided by Dan ZecherMLS PALA202965620 Days on Market
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