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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Onsite washer/dryer
  • Gas heat
  • Spacious bath
  • Storage
  • Electric range

Location

220 W Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA|Lancaster Central Business District
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Management

Huyard Properties

Leasing office

(717) 629-7216

Property Overview

220 W Chestnut receives a Zumper expert rating of 7.7/10, reflecting its strong potential as a rental choice. It features notable elements like hardwood floors, onsite washer/dryer, and gas heat, contributing to its amenities rating of 8/10. The property excels in location with a remarkable score of 9/10, providing access to numerous restaurants, cultural venues, and schools within close proximity, while maintaining a competitive price rating of 8/10, indicating a strong balance of value for renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
220 W Chestnut is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,200 /mo1 unit availableDiscover the charm of urban living with this top-floor, 2nd floor apartment in the heart of Lancaster City's commercial district, just steps away from the vibrant downtown area. This inviting space features a clean, modern white aesthetic that beautifully complements the rich hardwood floors and stylish wood countertops. The layout offers a cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom arrangement, perfect for comfortable living. Laundry access is available for your convenience. Tenants are responsible for paying electric and gas bills, while water, sewer, and trash services are billed a fee per month. Enjoy the blend of comfort, style, and convenience in this ideally located apartment.

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Amenities for 220 W Chestnut

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About 220 W Chestnut

HomeApartments in LancasterLancaster Central Business District 220 W Chestnut

Discover the charm of urban living with this top-floor, 2nd floor apartment in the heart of Lancaster City's commercial district, just steps away from the vibrant downtown area. This inviting space features a clean, modern white aesthetic that beautifully complements the rich hardwood floors and stylish wood countertops. The layout offers a cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom arrangement, perfect for comfortable living. Laundry access is available for your convenience. Tenants are responsible for paying electric and gas bills, while water, sewer, and trash services are billed a fee per month. Enjoy the blend of comfort, style, and convenience in this ideally located apartment.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
220 W Chestnut is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 220 W Chestnut
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 220 W Chestnut is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Lancaster Central Business District. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 220 W Chestnut is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
220 W Chestnut is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 220 W Chestnut does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
220 W Chestnut provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

220 W Chestnut is great for:

Social life

  • 253 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 67 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 375 mixed-use spaces nearby

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 220 W Chestnut compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Lancaster Central Business District

1-bedroom apartments at 220 W Chestnut cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lancaster Central Business District.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Lancaster Central Business District
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A table of studio rental data trends in Lancaster
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$987
December 2023$999
January 2024$985
February 2024$925
March 2024$1,011
April 2024$998
May 2024$1,008
June 2024$1,012
July 2024$1,044
August 2024$993
September 2024$995
October 2024$977
November 2024$1,053
December 2024$1,049
January 2025$965
February 2025$952
March 2025$954
April 2025$959
May 2025$957
June 2025$1,000
July 2025$938
August 2025$931
September 2025$916
October 2025$1,041
November 2025$1,050
A table of studio rental data trends in Lancaster Central Business District
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,029
December 2023$979
January 2024$980
February 2024$1,112
March 2024$1,091
April 2024$1,008
May 2024$1,016
June 2024$1,010
July 2024$1,100
August 2024$1,032
September 2024$1,006
October 2024$1,074
November 2024$1,095
December 2024$1,066
January 2025$1,010
February 2025$989
March 2025$968
April 2025$1,037
May 2025$1,049
June 2025$1,049
July 2025$1,169
August 2025$1,185
September 2025$1,175
October 2025$1,199
November 2025$1,199

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 220 W Chestnut

Fulton Elementary School

225 w orange st

lancaster, PA, 17603

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Getting around Lancaster near 220 W Chestnut St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 220 W Chestnut St, Lancaster

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
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

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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