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138 E Lemon St, Lancaster, PA 17602, USA|Musser Park
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Peak Solutions Property Management LLC

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(717) 219-3982

Property Overview

138 E Lemon Street is rated highly for overall value, with a strong price score, solid amenities, and an excellent location that offers convenient access to transit and nearby destinations. It stands out for its walkable surroundings, diverse mix of residents, and abundant nearby dining options, making it appealing for renters seeking convenience and social activity.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 138 E Lemon Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 138 E Lemon Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Great for

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1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,000 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 138 E Lemon Street Apartment 3, Lancaster, PA! This adorable one-bedroom apartment is located in one of Lancaster City's charming residential neighborhoods, offering a great combination of character, comfort, and convenience. The apartment features a comfortable living space, a private bedroom, kitchen, and full bathroom. Its central Lancaster location puts you close to downtown restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, entertainment, and everything the city has to offer. Property Highlights: 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Charming Lancaster City location Comfortable and inviting living space Community Washer & Dryer Convenient access to downtown Lancaster Close to restaurants, shops, cafés, and local attractions Enjoy city living while still having the feel of a charming neighborhood. Schedule your showing today! Application requirements: 600 credit score or higher, 3 times the rent in gross household monthly income, a good landlord reference, and no evictions in the last 5 years.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 138 E Lemon Street

HomeApartments in LancasterMusser Park 138 E Lemon Street

Welcome to 138 E Lemon Street Apartment 3, Lancaster, PA! This adorable one-bedroom apartment is located in one of Lancaster City's charming residential neighborhoods, offering a great combination of character, comfort, and convenience. The apartment features a comfortable living space, a private bedroom, kitchen, and full bathroom. Its central Lancaster location puts you close to downtown restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, entertainment, and everything the city has to offer. Property Highlights: 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Charming Lancaster City location Comfortable and inviting living space Community Washer & Dryer Convenient access to downtown Lancaster Close to restaurants, shops, cafés, and local attractions Enjoy city living while still having the feel of a charming neighborhood. Schedule your showing today! Application requirements: 600 credit score or higher, 3 times the rent in gross household monthly income, a good landlord reference, and no evictions in the last 5 years.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 138 E Lemon Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 138 E Lemon Street 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 138 E Lemon Street
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.
138 E Lemon Street 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·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, 138 E Lemon Street 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.
138 E Lemon Street 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 138 E Lemon Street 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.

138 E Lemon Street is great for:

Social life

  • 191 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options

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 138 E Lemon Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 600 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 2.3 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away

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Rent trends in Musser Park

1-bedroom apartments at 138 E Lemon Street cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Musser Park.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Musser Park
Lancaster
A table of studio rental data trends in Lancaster
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$965
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$1,025
December 2025$963
January 2026$973
February 2026$1,016
March 2026$1,143
April 2026$1,130
May 2026$1,057
June 2026$1,062
July 2026$1,032
August 2026$993
September 2026$1,094
October 2026$1,118
A table of studio rental data trends in Musser Park
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$925
May 2025$925
July 2025$963
August 2025$734
September 2025$794
October 2025$461
November 2025$993

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near 138 E Lemon Street

Fulton Elementary School

225 w orange st

lancaster, PA, 17603

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 138 E Lemon St

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 138 E Lemon St, Lancaster

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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Om Grocery
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