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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$315,0004 Beds, 2 Baths1,771 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Christine Nolt, Kingsway RealtyMLS PALA204090412 Days on Market -
$160,000Price Drop3 Beds, 1 Bath1,152 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by John Spidaliere, Puffer Morris Real Estate, Inc.MLS PALA204082612 Days on Market -
$226,9003 Beds, 1 Bath1,088 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Ashley Bleacher, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - LancasterMLS PALA204047013 Days on Market -
$184,9992 Beds, 1 Bath856 sqft lot 872 sqftListing provided by Allison Whittaker, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA204075813 Days on Market -
$325,0004 Beds, 2 Baths1,898 sqft lot 15,246 sqftListing provided by Sandra Ashekian, RE/MAX PinnacleMLS PALA203984613 Days on Market -
$314,9003 Beds, 2 Baths1,512 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Jeffrey Zimmerman, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA204055813 Days on Market -
$399,0003 Beds, 2 Baths1,803 sqft lot 3,485 sqftListing provided by Gina Meier, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA204062017 Days on Market -
$210,0004 Beds, 3 Baths2,714 sqft lot 17,860 sqftListing provided by Thomas Stewart, Cavalry Realty LLCMLS PALA204055018 Days on Market -
$229,0004 Beds, 2 Baths1,377 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Collin Foster, Keller Williams RealtyMLS PALA204055418 Days on Market -
$295,0005 Beds, 2 Baths2,155 sqft lot 3,050 sqftListing provided by Mike Julian, Realty ONE Group UnlimitedMLS PALA204058818 Days on Market -
$225,0002 Beds, 1 Bath1,164 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Andy Esbenshade, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA204053618 Days on Market -
$350,0004 Beds, 3 Baths1,870 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Ronald Burkhart, Coldwell Banker RealtyMLS PALA203952218 Days on Market -
$264,9003 Beds, 3 Baths1,283 sqft lot 3,050 sqftListing provided by Mark Thudium, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA204044219 Days on Market -
$249,9002 Beds, 2 Baths1,280 sqft lot 2,614 sqftListing provided by Larry Hess, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA204053219 Days on Market -
$239,9002 Beds, 1 Bath1,064 sqft lot 9,584 sqftListing provided by Larry Hess, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA203819019 Days on Market -
$227,9004 Beds, 2 Baths1,728 sqft lot 2,178 sqftListing provided by Krystle KunzlerMLS PALA204043419 Days on Market -
$739,9004 Beds, 3 Baths2,586 sqft lot 5,663 sqftListing provided by Mick Kalata, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA204028219 Days on Market -
$239,9003 Beds, 2 Baths1,161 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by HIRAM RAMOSMLS PALA203979220 Days on Market -
$274,900Price Drop3 Beds, 3 Baths1,440 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Kayla Sterling, Keller Williams Keystone RealtyMLS PALA204015625 Days on Market -
$1,025,0002 Beds, 3 Baths1,974 sqftListing provided by Anne Lusk, Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International RealtyMLS PALA204020026 Days on Market -
$189,100Price Drop3 Beds, 1 Bath1,386 sqft lot 2,178 sqftListing provided by Edgar Wright, Edgar M. Wright, RealtorMLS PALA204006226 Days on Market -
$245,0004 Beds, 2 Baths1,366 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Bety Pena, Keller Williams EliteMLS PALA203971026 Days on Market -
$275,0003 Beds, 1 Bath1,261 sqft lot 872 sqftListing provided by Thomas McDermott, NAI Commercial Partners, Inc.MLS PALA203971228 Days on Market -
$158,0003 Beds, 1 Bath1,182 sqft lot 1,743 sqftListing provided by Priscilla Gibson, Coldwell Banker RealtyMLS PALA204003228 Days on Market -
$135,0003 Beds, 1 Bath1,142 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Laurie Kreider, Realty ONE Group UnlimitedMLS PALA203993829 Days on Market -
$599,9003 Beds, 2 Baths1,968 sqft lot 6,970 sqftListing provided by Anne Lusk, Lusk & Associates Sotheby's International RealtyMLS PALA203989032 Days on Market -
$299,0004 Beds, 3 Baths1,808 sqft lot 872 sqftListing provided by Michelle Olewiler, RE/MAX EvolvedMLS PALA203987433 Days on Market -
$348,0004 Beds, 2 Baths1,422 sqft lot 1,307 sqftListing provided by Parker WolfeMLS PALA203977234 Days on Market -
$339,000Price Drop3 Beds, 2 Baths1,526 sqftListing provided by Gavin McIlhinney, Exceed RealtyMLS PALA203964835 Days on Market -
$385,0004 Beds, 2 Baths2,061 sqft lot 27,008 sqftListing provided by Craig Hartranft, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale RealtyMLS PALA203950236 Days on Market
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