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Last updated on October 21, 2026
Average rent in
Lancaster, TX
Average rent in
Last updated on October 21, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Lancaster rent stands today
Lancaster, TX rent rose 8.8% year over year, with a current median of $2,035/month. Renters are paying $137 more per month than last year, with rent near the recent peak of $2,000/month in September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Lancaster is 7.1% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the mid-tier range for metros with 90 total rentals available. This positions Lancaster as a moderately priced market for renters.
Price ranges
Lancaster's 1-bedroom median rent is $1,275/month, 2-bedrooms run $1,854/month, 3-bedrooms $2,018/month, and 4+ bedrooms $2,195/month. Houses rent for a median of $2,150/month while apartments are lower at $1,529/month, reflecting the inventory split dominated by houses.
Neighborhood spotlight
Will Kee rents climbed 474.1% year over year to $2,199/month across 15 rentals. This contrasts with the citywide 8.8% rise, reflecting a local surge in this neighborhood. Pleasant Run Estates saw rents fall 32.6% year over year to $1,547/month, marking a notable local cooldown.
Median rent
Median rent in Lancaster
$2,035/mo
9%vs previous year
The average rent in Lancaster is $2,035 per month as of October 2026. This is 7% above the national average rent, or $135 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lancaster
90
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Lancaster rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Lancaster, TX
Average rent prices in Lancaster have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 9% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Lancaster, TX
Rent prices in Lancaster vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lancaster is $1,529, whereas a house costs $2,150. 1-bedroom apartments in Lancaster run $1,300 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,854.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,275 | 5% | 19% | |
2 bedroom | $1,854 |  11% | 36% | |
3 bedroom | $2,018 | No Change | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $2,195 | 3% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Ames Meadow | $1,695 | |
Boardwalk | $1,765 | |
Brookhaven Estates | $1,870 | |
Hearthstone | $1,965 | |
Lancaster Historic Neighborhood District | $1,547 | |
Meadow Creek | $1,870 | |
Meadowview | $551 | |
Pebblebrook Estates | $2,005 | |
Pepperridge | $1,980 | |
Will Kee | $2,199 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,529 | 2% | 6% | |
Condos | $1,550 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $2,150 | 3% | 8% | |
Rooms | $412 | 2% | No Change |
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,275
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
19%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,854
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
36%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,018
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,195
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
Meadowview
Average rent
$551
Meadow Creek
Average rent
$1,870
Brookhaven Estates
Average rent
$1,870
Pepperridge
Average rent
$1,980
Will Kee
Average rent
$2,199
Boardwalk
Average rent
$1,765
Ames Meadow
Average rent
$1,695
Hearthstone
Average rent
$1,965
Lancaster Historic Neighborhood District
Average rent
$1,547
Pebblebrook Estates
Average rent
$2,005
Apartments
Average rent
$1,529
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,550
Houses
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
8%
Rooms
Average rent
$412
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Lancaster, TX, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Lancaster, TX compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Lancaster and Balch Springs by all bedroom counts and property types.
Lancaster
7%higher than the national median
13%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lancaster, TX is 22% higher than the median rent in Balch Springs, TX.
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2%$2,050
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8%$1,825
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18%$2,185
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7%$2,500
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9%Discover rentals in Lancaster, TX
4d ago
1532 Golden Grass Dr, Lancaster, TX 75134
1 bed
1 bath
$437
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lancaster
3 beds
2 baths
$1,649
House for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Lancaster
921 Potomac Dr, Lancaster, TX 75134
3 beds
2 baths
$1,650
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Lancaster
844 Potomac Dr, Lancaster, TX 75134
3 beds
2 baths
$1,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lancaster
2508 Nokomis Rd #NA, Lancaster, TX 75146
5 beds
2.5 baths
$9,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Dec 20
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lancaster
2720 Wild Grove Ln #NA, Lancaster, TX 75146
4 beds
2 baths
$8,750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 7
5d+ ago
Verified
2017 Woodglen Dr, Lancaster, TX 75134
3 beds
2 baths
$3,070
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 22
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$2,936
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 5
3d ago
Verified
500 Rolling Hills Pl, Lancaster, TX 75146
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,215–$1,465
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,920
Price dropped $240Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 2
9h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,980
Price dropped $245Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 14
9h ago
Verified
2813 Mcintosh Ct, Lancaster, TX 75134
3 beds
2 baths
$2,025
Price dropped $125Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 28
9h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,980
Price dropped $245Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 14
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,000
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 16
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,975
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 16
1d ago
Verified
5 beds
2.5 baths
$2,310
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 9
9h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,920
Price dropped $240Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 2
9h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$1,980
Price dropped $245Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 14
9h ago
Verified
2813 Mcintosh Ct, Lancaster, TX 75134
3 beds
2 baths
$2,025
Price dropped $125Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 28
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$2,105
Price dropped $115Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Dec 10
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Frequently asked questions for Lancaster, TX
Quick answers to common questions about the Lancaster rental market.
How much is rent in Lancaster?
The average rent in Lancaster is $2,035 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Lancaster?
Average rent prices in Lancaster have decreased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 9% since last year.
How does Lancaster rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Lancaster is 7% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $135 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lancaster?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Lancaster are Meadowview ($551/mo), Lancaster Historic Neighborhood District ($1,547/mo), and Ames Meadow ($1,695/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Lancaster?
To comfortably afford rent in Lancaster, you'd need to earn approximately $81,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Lancaster?
September offers the best rental deals in Lancaster, with rents running about 11.8% lower than the peak season in May. December also shows less competitive conditions with lower demand relative to available inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).