Rent to own Homes in Lancaster, PA

Great local living! Lancaster prides itself in being a prime spot for people who like to live local. From the local goods found at the nationally recognized Lancaster Central Market to the local produce found at places like The Corn Wagon and other roadside stands, you can get all your food from inside the county.

Lancaster, PA is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $49,628 and a median rent of $920, the Lancaster, PA rent-to-own market is more affordable than the traditional housing market which has shown tremendous growth across the U.S. and with it, aggressive competition for home purchases. With the current housing shortage trend it can make it harder to become a homeowner, including in Lancaster, PA. This means higher than average down payments for homes and higher qualification standards for conventional home loans. With a rent-to-own property, tenants are also buyers. You can live in the house for a set amount of time before you purchase it, meaning that you get to know the house, your neighbors, and your community before making the final purchase. This enables you and your family to make the right choice based on both information and experience. Rent-to-own is also a great alternative way to get into a home if you have bad credit or don't have enough saved for a down payment.

Check out Lancaster, PA rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.
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220 W PENN AVE
Rent To Own
Robesonia
Single Family Home
Robesonia, PA 19551
3
2
1188 ft2
1910
2431 ISLAND BRANCH RD
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
White Hall, MD 21161
4
3
1344 ft2
1998
1142 E POPLAR ST
Rent To Own
East Side
Single Family Home
York, PA 17403
3
1
0 ft2
1940
312 Hampshire Ave #49
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Reading, PA 19606
3
2
0 ft2
2021
560 S GUERNSEY RD
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
West Grove, PA 19390
4
5
2433 ft2
2014
518 RISEN STAR CT
Rent To Own
Havre De Grace
Single Family Home
Havre De Grace, MD 21078
4
4
3611 ft2
2017
1809 LINCOLN HWY E
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
7
5
3393 ft2
1918
526 W LEMON ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Chestnut Hill
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17603
2
1
1363 ft2
1898
1 of 80 318 NEW HOLLAND AVE
Rent to Own Eligible
Musser Park
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
3
2
1212 ft2
1860
457 S PRINCE ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Southside
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
4
1
1487 ft2
1880
511 HIGH ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Cabbage Hill
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
1
1606 ft2
1860
New
116 DAUPHIN ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Mussertown
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
4
2
1594 ft2
1880
1 of 25 39 GLEN MOORE CIR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17601
4
3
3246 ft2
1923
1 of 66 38 CONESTOGA DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
2
1
816 ft2
1965
New
244 ELIOT ST
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
3
1760 ft2
2010
101 N QUEEN ST STE 404
Rent to Own Eligible
Lancaster Central Business District
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17603
2
3
1958 ft2
2019
1 of 26 82 BROWNING RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
3
2
1274 ft2
1988
1 of 25 316 S WEST END AVE
Rent to Own Eligible
West End
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
1
1280 ft2
1924
New
1621 COLCHESTER DR
Rent to Own Eligible
Bausman
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17603
2
2
1080 ft2
1987
1 of 36 145 E King St
Rent to Own Eligible
Lancaster Central Business District
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17602
2
3
1283 ft2
2014
1 of 53 136 GENTLEMENS WAY
Rent to Own Eligible
Quaker Hills
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
3
1678 ft2
2010
New
619 NEW GREEN ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Stevens
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
3
1
1297 ft2
1930
New
332 E NEW ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Ross
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
3
1
1534 ft2
1910
New
283 Park Ave
Rent to Own Eligible
Ross
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17602
3
3
3277 ft2
2019
1 of 15 826 2ND ST
Rent to Own Eligible
West End
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
2
1653 ft2
1947
New
703 PLEASURE RD
Rent to Own Eligible
Grandview Heights
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17601
3
2
1192 ft2
1940
1 of 25 1934 PINE DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17601
5
3
2240 ft2
1966
New
214 LANDIS DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
3
1
1316 ft2
1984
1317 FREMONT ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Prospect Heights
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
2
1692 ft2
1954
1 of 31 201 N Duke St
Rent to Own Eligible
Musser Park
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17602
2
2
1835 ft2
2014
New
73 RIVER BEND PARK
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17602
2
2
2255 ft2
1992
145 E KING ST STE 302
Rent to Own Eligible
Lancaster Central Business District
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17602
2
3
1283 ft2
2014
346 E ROSS ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Ross
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
3
1
693 ft2
1940
1 of 62 105 GOLDENFIELD DR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17603
2
2
1173 ft2
2017
1 of 25 608 FAIRVIEW AVE
Rent to Own Eligible
Prospect Heights
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
1
1052 ft2
1946
534 E ORANGE ST
Rent to Own Eligible
East Side
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17602
3
2
1581 ft2
1875
1 of 25 2011 MILLERSVILLE PIKE
Rent to Own Eligible
Millersville
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
4
4
4384 ft2
1938
New
302 E LIBERTY ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Ross
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17602
4
2
1340 ft2
1890
443 FREMONT ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Cabbage Hill
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
2
1299 ft2
1912
1 of 113 634 1ST ST
Rent to Own Eligible
West End
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
4
2
1572 ft2
1900
33 CAROLINE ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Cabbage Hill
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
2
1
909 ft2
1900
Hot
630 SAINT JOSEPH ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Cabbage Hill
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
2
1693 ft2
1870
846 FREMONT ST
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Lancaster, PA 17603
3
1
1102 ft2
1940
134 JUNIATA ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Mussertown
Townhouse/Condo
Lancaster, PA 17602
7
3
2391 ft2
1900
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Buying a Home in Lancaster, PA

Lancaster, PA is seeing rapid growth and Lancaster, PA's' housing market remains optimal with an average home price that is -41% below the 2024 national average. Lancaster, PA is part of Lancaster county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2024 for county Lancaster is 1.43% which is above the national average, which is 0.99%.

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Rent to own homes offer low monthly payments and flexible terms.

Top 14 Reasons to Live in Lancaster

Steady housing market! While the national housing market bounced around through the recent difficult economic times, it rebounded highly. Lancaster, however, stayed relatively even throughout -- the median sales price of $147,000 today is only 3% more than it was in 2006. Areas like Eighth Ward and West End have demonstrated the ability to be steady over time.

Great access to the region! Lancaster is centrally located, with Harrisburg, Baltimore, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. all within two hours. Utilize the transportation options of Amtrak or Bieber Trailways out of the Lancaster Train and Bus Station to reach the region.

Great availability! With over 1,100 rent to own homes or for-sale homes on the market, you'll be able to scour through the neighborhoods of the Northwest Corridor and James Street neighborhoods for just the right house for your needs.

Artistically inclined! Every First Friday, the downtown area becomes a vast gallery for local artists, who take up presence on Gallery Row, the heartbeat of the artistic community. After you've soaked in some art, head over to Prince Street Cafe to talk about your favorites of the night.

Affordable space! With an average price per square foot of $103, and four-bedroom houses averaging a sale price of only $190,000, space is very affordable. Many of the larger houses can be found in the Blossom Hill and Eden Heights areas.

Never a lack of entertainment! From national acts at the historic Chameleon Club to intimate sets at Tellus360, Lancaster loves music. Not to be outdone, the theater thrives as well, with the Fulton Opera House -- the oldest continuously running theater in the United States -- being a mainstay for performances year round.

Boutiques or outlets? Choose from the hundreds of outlets at Tanger and Rockvale Outlets to the unique local stores downtown, such as Angry, Young and Poor. North Queen Street is home to tons of quirky shops, including antique stores.

Awesome place to grow! With an average rental price of only $690 per month, rent to own properties in the North Side and the Seventh Ward are great values. These prices are about average for the state, but in areas like the Duke Street and Queen Street neighborhoods, there are much cheaper rents for you to use to grow roots.

Surrounded by history! One of the most historic cities in the United States, it was the capital of Pennsylvania for 13 years and even the capital of the united colonies, albeit only for a day. Visit Wheatland, the estate of President James Buchanan, or Rock Ford Plantation, the home of General Edward Hand. There are 59 places in the city alone on the National Register of Historic Places.

Different neighborhoods with different personalities! Whether you want to find rent to own homes in busy downtown or a for sale by owner in laid-back, suburban Grandview Heights, each neighborhood has different personalities to fit what you are seeking. Each community is unique, so check out a few of them before settling in.

Craft libations! From the newly-founded Thistle Finch Distillery to the weird-beer artists at Spring House, Lancaster is paradise for fans of craft beer, craft liquor and locally made wine. There are 16 craft breweries within the county itself -- more than found in 15 states -- and there are beer festivals year-round.

Charming older homes or shiny new homes? Whether you're looking for a house with history, as found in the Cabbage Hill neighborhood, or new construction in Manor Township, you can buy or look for rent to own houses from any era you're looking for. With an 8.29% vacancy rate, the odds may be in your favor.

Great food and dining! Enjoy some pho from Rice and Noodles, some Lamb Vindaloo from Himalayan Curry, quality fish and chips from Quips Pub or farm-to-table dining at John J. Jeffries -- Lancaster has an incredible variety of dining options that are tasty and affordable.