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Highlights

  • Open layout
  • Spacious studio apartment
  • No smoking
  • New flooring
  • High ceilings

Location

228 W Vine St, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA|Lancaster Central Business District
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Peaceful Homes Property Management

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(717) 833-4289

Property Overview

228 W Vine St is a highly rated property with an overall Zumper score of 8.4, indicating its appeal to renters. It features a spacious studio layout with high ceilings and new flooring, complemented by a competitive price of 10 out of 10 that reflects its value. Additionally, residents benefit from an excellent location with easy access to a vibrant social scene, numerous amenities, and transparency in property management, ensuring a high quality of living.

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, 228 W Vine St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 228 W Vine 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

  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$945 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to this spacious studio apartment featuring high ceilings, and recently updated paint and flooring throughout. The open layout offers plenty of room to create a comfortable living and sleeping space that suits your lifestyle. Located just a couple of blocks from Southern Market, this unit places you in the heart of Lancaster City. Enjoy effortless access to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and boutique shops—all within easy walking distance. Experience the energy and convenience of city living right outside your front door. This apartment is no smoking and renter's insurance is required. Residents will be enrolled in Resident Benefit Package that includes renter's insurance and credit building for $25/month. One pet is welcome with a $300 non refundable pet fee and an additional $35 monthly fee for a cat. One dog may be considered for an additional $50/month - breed restrictions may apply. Water, sewer and trash is bundled at $55/month. Resident pays for gas and electricity. Each adult must complete an application; application fee is $40 each and nonrefundable. Full background check, criminal check, and eviction history search required. Monthly income should exceed $3,285 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! Unit is

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About 228 W Vine St

HomeApartments in LancasterLancaster Central Business District 228 W Vine St

Welcome to this spacious studio apartment featuring high ceilings, and recently updated paint and flooring throughout. The open layout offers plenty of room to create a comfortable living and sleeping space that suits your lifestyle. Located just a couple of blocks from Southern Market, this unit places you in the heart of Lancaster City. Enjoy effortless access to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and boutique shops—all within easy walking distance. Experience the energy and convenience of city living right outside your front door. This apartment is no smoking and renter's insurance is required. Residents will be enrolled in Resident Benefit Package that includes renter's insurance and credit building for $25/month. One pet is welcome with a $300 non refundable pet fee and an additional $35 monthly fee for a cat. One dog may be considered for an additional $50/month - breed restrictions may apply. Water, sewer and trash is bundled at $55/month. Resident pays for gas and electricity. Each adult must complete an application; application fee is $40 each and nonrefundable. Full background check, criminal check, and eviction history search required. Monthly income should exceed $3,285 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! Unit is


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, 228 W Vine St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 228 W Vine 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 228 W Vine 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.
228 W Vine 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·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, 228 W Vine St 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.
228 W Vine 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 228 W Vine 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.

228 W Vine St is great for:

Social life

  • 223 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 65 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 31 local event hubs within 1 mile

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 228 W Vine St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Lancaster Central Business District

studio apartments at 228 W Vine St cost about 14% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Lancaster Central Business District.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Lancaster Central Business District
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A table of studio rental data trends in Lancaster
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,025
December 2025$963
January 2026$973
A table of studio rental data trends in Lancaster Central Business District
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,197
December 2025$1,094
January 2026$1,083

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$37,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $945.
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Schools near 228 W Vine St

Carter & MacRae Elementary School

251 s prince st

lancaster, PA, 17603

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Neighborhood

Lancaster Central Business District | Lancaster, PA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lancaster near 228 W Vine St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

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 228 W Vine St, Lancaster

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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