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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- No smoking
- Beautifully renovated home
Location
511 Howard Avenue, Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17602, United States|Churchtowne
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Magnetic Property Management
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Property Overview
Located in a beautifully renovated home with no smoking allowed, this property is near a highly rated elementary school and features convenient outdoor spaces. The area supports a vibrant social life, boasting 219 restaurants and 31 parks within proximity, while also catering to pet owners with multiple nearby pet supply stores and no breed restrictions. With 10 photos available, prospective renters can easily appreciate the offerings and environment.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Amenities for 511 Howard Avenue, Churchtowne
Apartment Amenities
| Patio |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Yard |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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About 511 Howard Avenue
Only a few blocks from the City Square and all the restaurants, bars, boutique stores and coffee shops the city has to offer. Beautifully renovated home has new floors, new carpet upstairs and new paint. Upstairs you will find two bedrooms, a bonus room, and the bathroom on the second floor. The third floor contains the third bedroom. One pet is welcome with a non refundable pet fee of $300 and increased monthly rent based on pet screening information. Renter's insurance is required and this house is no smoking. Tenant is responsible for all utilities. Each adult must complete an application, application fee is $50 each and non refundable. Full background check, criminal check, and eviction history search required. Application fees are credited to first months rent. All appliances are in as is condition and are the responsibility of the tenant. ****
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 511 Howard Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Churchtowne |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 17602 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Churchtowne
3-bedroom apartments at 511 Howard Avenue cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Lancaster.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Churchtowne
Lancaster
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,819 |
| January 2024 | $1,820 |
| February 2024 | $1,802 |
| March 2024 | $1,797 |
| April 2024 | $1,777 |
| May 2024 | $1,847 |
| June 2024 | $1,878 |
| July 2024 | $1,878 |
| August 2024 | $1,896 |
| September 2024 | $1,908 |
| October 2024 | $2,013 |
| November 2024 | $1,977 |
| December 2024 | $1,911 |
| January 2025 | $1,941 |
| February 2025 | $1,933 |
| March 2025 | $1,897 |
| April 2025 | $1,849 |
| May 2025 | $1,857 |
| June 2025 | $1,818 |
| July 2025 | $1,797 |
| August 2025 | $1,815 |
| September 2025 | $1,870 |
| October 2025 | $1,902 |
| November 2025 | $1,884 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,600 |
| April 2025 | $1,550 |
| May 2025 | $1,516 |
| June 2025 | $1,559 |
| July 2025 | $1,518 |
| August 2025 | $1,585 |
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Can I afford to live at 511 Howard Avenue?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 511 Howard Avenue
Carter & MacRae Elementary School
251 s prince st
lancaster, PA, 17603
PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Lancaster near 511 Howard Avenue
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 511 Howard Avenue, Lancaster
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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