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218 W King St, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA|Lancaster Central Business District
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 218 West King Street - 2 | Studio | 1 bath | 450 sqft | $1,150 /mo | Experience the best of Lancaster City living in this stylish, modern studio apartment. Designed for both comfort and convenience, the space features contemporary finishes, an open layout, and abundant natural light, creating a bright, inviting home. Perfect for professionals, creatives, or anyone seeking a low-maintenance, urban lifestyle, this studio puts you steps away from the city's vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment scene. Embrace modern city living in a space that's as functional as it is beautiful. |
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About 218 West King Street
Experience the best of Lancaster City living in this stylish, modern studio apartment. Designed for both comfort and convenience, the space features contemporary finishes, an open layout, and abundant natural light, creating a bright, inviting home. Perfect for professionals, creatives, or anyone seeking a low-maintenance, urban lifestyle, this studio puts you steps away from the city's vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment scene. Embrace modern city living in a space that's as functional as it is beautiful.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 218 West King Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 218 West King 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.
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.
218 West King 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, 218 West King 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.
218 West King 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 218 West King 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·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.
218 West King Street 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.
218 West King Street is great for:
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 218 West King Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- 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 218 West King Street cost about 2% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Lancaster Central Business District.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Lancaster Central Business District
Lancaster
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $975 |
| November 2023 | $968 |
| 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 | $909 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $987 |
| November 2023 | $1,021 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 218 W King St?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$46,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near 218 West King Street
Fulton Elementary School
225 w orange st
lancaster, PA, 17603
PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Lancaster near 218 W King St
Walking
9/10
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 218 W King 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
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 218 W King St
Cabrera Grocery LLC
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Realm & Reason
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Bravo
225 W King St
Lancaster Central Market
23 N Market St
Sara Grocery & Deli
259 W King St
Charlotte Shoppe
32 W King St
In White, LLC
18 N Queen St
TMB Clothing For Men & Women
36 N Queen St
Pappagallo
28 W Orange St
DTLR
51 N Queen St
Prince Street Cafe
15 N Prince St
Passenger Coffee
7 W King St
Aura Espresso Room
44 N Queen St
Arabian Knight Inc
52 N Queen St
Cafe One Eight
18 W Orange St
Rick's Place
52 W King St
Tap Room Spring House Brewing
25 W King St
The Lancaster Dispensing Company
35 N Market St
Proof of Lancaster
30 N Queen St
Plough
25 S Queen St
Ric's Bread
24 N Queen St
Rick's Bread
45 N Market St
Lancaster Cupcake
24 W Orange St
La Dolce Vita Courthouse Bkry
9 N Duke St
Torres Family Bakery
447 S Prince St
Penn Square
Farnum Park
Lancaster Square
Ewel/Gantz Playground
Musser Park
McDonald's
210 W King St
Prince Street Cafe
15 N Prince St
Old San Juan Latin Cuisine & Rum Bar
25 W King St
Tap Room Spring House Brewing
25 W King St
Josephine's
50 W Grant St
S. Prince & W. Vine St.
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S. Queen & Vine
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