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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Central air-conditioning
  • Generously sized living room
  • No smoking
  • Large eat-in kitchen

Location

644 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA 17602, USA|East Side
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Peaceful Homes Property Management

Leasing office

(717) 833-4289

Property Overview

644 E Chestnut St delivers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by an exceptional 10/10 price score and premium 9/10 ratings for both amenities and location. The home features central air-conditioning, a generously sized living room, a large eat-in kitchen, and a no-smoking policy, with nearby top-rated schools adding to its appeal. It is also recognized for environmental sustainability, pet friendliness, and vibrant social options, supported by plentiful parks, walkable access, public transit, and a wide range of nearby restaurants and entertainment venues.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 644 E Chestnut St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 644 E Chestnut St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath$1,245 /mo1 unit availableThis spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom apartment on the first floor is the perfect place to call home. With central air-conditioning to keep you cool year‑round, this unit offers a truly comfortable and convenient living experience. As you step inside, you’re welcomed by a generously sized living room that feels open, inviting, and ideal for relaxing or hosting friends and family. The large eat‑in kitchen provides plenty of room for a full dining table, making it a great space for everyday meals or entertaining. The primary bedroom includes a private half bath, offering added convenience and a more comfortable daily routine. One pet is welcome with a $300 nonrefundable pet fee and an additional $35 monthly fee for a cat. One dog may be considered for an additional $50/month. This apartment is no smoking and renter's insurance is required. Residents will be enrolled in our Resident Benefit Package that includes renter's insurance and credit building for $25/month. Each adult must complete an application; application fee is $40 each. Full background check, criminal check, and eviction history search required. Monthly income should exceed $3,735 and credit score should be above 630. Our company is resident focused, service oriented, and we would love for you to make your home with us!

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Amenities for 644 E Chestnut St

Apartment Amenities

TrashWater

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer
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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

Allowed
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About 644 E Chestnut St

HomeApartments in LancasterEast Side 644 E Chestnut St

This spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom apartment on the first floor is the perfect place to call home. With central air-conditioning to keep you cool year‑round, this unit offers a truly comfortable and convenient living experience. As you step inside, you’re welcomed by a generously sized living room that feels open, inviting, and ideal for relaxing or hosting friends and family. The large eat‑in kitchen provides plenty of room for a full dining table, making it a great space for everyday meals or entertaining. The primary bedroom includes a private half bath, offering added convenience and a more comfortable daily routine. One pet is welcome with a $300 nonrefundable pet fee and an additional $35 monthly fee for a cat. One dog may be considered for an additional $50/month. This apartment is no smoking and renter's insurance is required. Residents will be enrolled in our Resident Benefit Package that includes renter's insurance and credit building for $25/month. Each adult must complete an application; application fee is $40 each. Full background check, criminal check, and eviction history search required. Monthly income should exceed $3,735 and credit score should be above 630. Our company is resident focused, service oriented, and we would love for you to make your home with us!


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 644 E Chestnut St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 644 E Chestnut St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 644 E Chestnut St
Price·10A 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.
644 E Chestnut St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
644 E Chestnut St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 644 E Chestnut St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
644 E Chestnut St 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 644 E Chestnut St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

644 E Chestnut St is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 18 parks within a mile
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Public transit available nearby

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Social life

  • 185 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 295 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 51 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas 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 644 E Chestnut St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in East Side

2-bedroom apartments at 644 E Chestnut St cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Side.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
East Side
Lancaster
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lancaster
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,325
June 2024$1,296
July 2024$1,349
August 2024$1,484
September 2024$1,505
October 2024$1,492
November 2024$1,454
December 2024$1,464
January 2025$1,543
February 2025$1,489
March 2025$1,440
April 2025$1,348
May 2025$1,347
June 2025$1,297
July 2025$1,319
August 2025$1,320
September 2025$1,290
October 2025$1,280
November 2025$1,332
December 2025$1,300
January 2026$1,273
February 2026$1,295
March 2026$1,235
April 2026$1,209
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Side
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$575
June 2024$575
October 2024$550
November 2024$925
January 2025$1,121
February 2025$1,324
March 2025$1,450
May 2025$1,125
June 2025$1,125
July 2025$1,125
August 2025$1,066
September 2025$1,050
October 2025$656
December 2025$775
January 2026$970
February 2026$1,179
March 2026$1,335
April 2026$1,334

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,245.
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Schools near 644 E Chestnut St

Burrowes School

1001 e orange st

lancaster, PA, 17602

PK, K-5Public
C

Doe Run El Sch

281 doe run rd

manheim, PA, 17545

K-4Public
B

Baron Elementary School

123 e gramby st

manheim, PA, 17545

PK, K-4Public
B
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Getting around Lancaster near 644 E Chestnut St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 644 E Chestnut St, Lancaster

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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451 E King St

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