242 E Ross St, Lancaster, PA 17602
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242 E Ross St
Lancaster, PA 17602

Ross
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,800 sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Cost and fees breakdown

$1,800/mo

$1,800 deposit, available now

$1,800/mo

$1,800 deposit, avail. now
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Cost and fees breakdown
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,800 sqft

Home Highlights

Pets
Dogs & Cats
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
Listed
6 days ago
Climate Control
Forced Air & Central Air, Window Units

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

4 Bedroom House on East Ross Street with Detached Garage!

This 3 floor house has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a potential 5th bedroom (privacy violation).

First floor with living room, dining room, kitchen and rear laundry/storage room (washer/dryer are provided). Lovely rear patio and fenced yard connects to a large one car garage.

3 second floor bedrooms and full bathroom. Rear bedroom has a small balcony (office furniture can remain).

3rd floor is one large bedroom or can also be used as two (front bedroom must pass through the rear bedroom).

Durable wood grain vinyl plank flooring throughout the first floor and second floors. Decorative carpentry trim. Kitchen features a dishwasher, electric range, dual door fridge and an over the range microwave. Abundant kitchen cabinet storage.

Tenant paid utilities are heating oil, electric, water/sewer/trash bills. Heating system is one year old. No central air conditioning.

Pets considered. Rental applications required.

Approved applications for all adults are required prior to showings. Applications and a video walk through are available via our website Hometown Property Management Services

Hometown Property Management Services, LLC
227 North Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17602

Approved applications for all adults are required prior to showings. Applications and a video walk through are available via our website.

Hometown Property Management Services
Contact this Building
(717) 617-2108

Details for 242 E Ross St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Days on Market

Days on Market: 6 days on Trulia

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: nowCats, small dogs allowedDeposit: $1,800

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Detached Garage, On Site
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Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees
  • Base rent
    $1,800/mo
Required one-time fees
  • Security deposit
    $1,800
  • Application fee
    $40
  • Administrative fee
    Contact for details
Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Ross

At least 101 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say parking is easy

  • 35 % Say it's quiet

  • 28 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say there are community events

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  • W4zx4hswqg
    "I’m new here it’s convenient for me to get to work and to the doctors. I believe it will be a great new start.."
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  • Jessica Brenfleck
    "There is not a ton of grass. Sidewalks are narrow. Some houses do have a small yard in the back which is nice. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Diverse neighborhood full of young families. Many bars and restaurants in the area. There’s wonderful neighbors on my block and people look out for one another. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Public transport could be better. Hard to get downtown especially if you’re disabled in any way or it’s a hot day, not much shade and sidewalks are a wreck in some areas."
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    "Best part living close to the markets downtown is you find any and everything most popular in Lancaster city."
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  • Trulia User
    "nice neighborhood quiet but not a dead zone friendly neighbors streets can use better lighting parking may be difficult sometimes but i enjoy the area "
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    "My husband loves the quick commute to work on the East Side. The neighborhood is easy to navigate. Traffic is consistent throughout the day, without being overly busy. Parking can get sparse at times, especially around the holidays. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in this since neighborhood 1985, it's always been a dog friendly. almost every yard has a fence. There is a dog training school in the neighborhood. Pet store about 2 miles away. Dog park is about 2 miles away near F&M college "
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  • Annajane E. W.
    "Super close to downtown, and easy access to the highway, it’s the perfect spot for me and my family! "
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  • Emmacate8
    "Super greAt for dogs, lots of walking areas and dog friendly people. Not noisy, lots of kids, I’m just filling up space now"
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  • Jazmin T.
    "Love Lancaster city! It’s a really near place to raise a family and I can’t wait to buy a home in this area. "
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  • Sara N
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time, and local shops leave out water bowls for them! There are also some close parks for walks."
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  • Angela
    "I’ve owned a home in this area for 6 years. Love the neighborhood and think it’s a great place to live!"
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  • Sara U.
    "There are several parks nearby including a dog park near Franklin and Marshall College. The streets are also safe if you prefer walking around the neighborhood. "
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  • Angela
    "Nice residential neighborhood. Parking is challenging at times but neighbors are friendly and the area is safe and well maintained."
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  • Joshua C.
    "I've lived here for 7 years and love it. Super quiet with friendly neighbors. Easy access to Lancaster and all major highways."
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  • Emily H. D.
    "I’ve lived here for 3 years and enjoy being close to downtown and 30/283. Easy to get around to everything. Very nice to get a lot of house for the money "
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  • Angela
    "Nice residential neighborhood. Mostly single family homes that are owner occupied. Neighborhood can be a bit noisy on weekends."
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  • Carmelo A.
    "Walking Distances to Downtown and neighborhood bars. Train station Hospital near by. K5 -12th grade schools are together on same area. Multi culture people. access to rt. 30 rt 222 N. Turnpike about 20 mins. 1 15mins to philly and Baltimore..3:30 to NY and 3hr. to the beaches "
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  • Beth
    "It’s not that great right now but people are trying to change the block. The drug selling and use is the largest problem"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 17, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,800
Sep 20, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$148,000
Jul 29, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$154,900
Dec 23, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$110,000
Sep 10, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$119,900
Price decreased by 4%
Hometown Property Management Services
Phone Number: (717) 617-2108

Frequently asked questions about 242 E Ross St

  • What income do you need to rent 242 E Ross St?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $65K per year to rent 242 E Ross St in Lancaster, PA at $1,800/mo.
  • What is the pet policy at 242 E Ross St?
    242 E Ross St in Lancaster, PA allows cats and small dogs.
  • How does the rent for 242 E Ross St compare to similar 4+ bedroom townhomes in Ross?
    242 E Ross St in Lancaster, PA rents about 13% below the area average for 4+ bedroom townhomes in Ross ($2,072/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 242 E Ross St?
    The closest schools to 242 E Ross St in Lancaster, PA are Lincoln Middle School (rated 4/10), McCaskey Campus (High, rated 5/10), Ross El School (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 5/10).
  • Does 242 E Ross St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 242 E Ross St in Lancaster, PA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 242 E Ross St have a garage?
    Yes, 242 E Ross St in Lancaster, PA has a garage.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$64,800 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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242 E Ross St, Lancaster, PA is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,800 sqft townhouse. 242 E Ross St is located in Ross, Lancaster. 242 E Ross St was listed for rent for $1,800/month on Aug 17, 2026. This property is pet friendly.