Motels & Rooms

Motels & Rooms
# Bedroom Rental Type Address / Name City Phone # Monthly Rent Deposit Utilities Included Stove & Fridge Included Pets Accept Metro Notes / Misc. Info
0+Rooms; motelCasa Grande
2479 E Main St.
Lancaster740-687-0611by the day: call for ratesNoAll includedSomeNoNoOff street parking, limited long term availability
0+Rooms; motelLancaster Motel
533 S. Columbus St.
Lancaster740-653-5706by the day: call for ratesNoAll includedN/ANoNoOff street parking, limited long term availability
0+Rooms; motelRelax Inn
1327 River Valley Circle
Lancaster740-687-4823by the day: call for weekly ratesNo
Only for pets
All includedMost rooms have microwaves & refrigeratorsNo cats
Dogs-Rabies vac.
No
0Rooms & efficienciesValley View Rentals
4496 Cin-Zanesville Rd.
Lancaster740-654-9317by the month:
$550-Reg. rooms
$625-Efficiencies
NoAll includedFridge or kitchenetteNoNoFurnished (Usually full)
0RoomVarious locationsLancaster740-407-4528
740-407-2118
$580/month$580All includedShared kitchenNoNo
1RoomVarious locationsLancaster740-654-3442$625/month$625Water & Sewer PaidN/ANoNoSmoke free
1RoomVarious locationsLancaster740-654-3442Call for rateSame as rentSome/AllYesNoNoSmoke free
0EfficiencyVarious locationsLancaster740-654-3442$550/month$550All includedYesNoNoSmoke free

Apartment Communities

Apartment Communities
# Bedroom Apartment Name Accept Metro Voucher Rental Type Address City Phone # Rent Deposit / Move-In Fee App Fee Utilities Included Appliances Included Pets
1 & 2Baltimore CourtNoGround level apts. with patio619 W. Market St. Office Apt ABaltimore740-862-8852
M-F 12-6
Weekend appts
$739-1 bdrm $879-2 bdrm
Add water fee
$400-1 bdrm
$450-2 bdrm
$35-Individual
$45-Married
No
all electric
Yes
w/d hkup
Yes-1-Small
$400-fee
$25/mo
1 & 2
HA
Baltimore EstatesNoApartment w/garage detached120 Vivian Ln
www.biggsestates.com
BaltimoreExt. 1204
740-689-9880
M-F 9-5
$750-1 bdrm
$900-$975-2 bdrm
Same as base rent$40 per adultTenant pays electric & waterYes
w/d hkup
Emotional Support Animals
2Estate at Brentwood LakeYesApartment2800 John Steven WayReynoldsburg833-552-5928
M-F 9-6
Saturday 10-4
$1,215-$1495$300$50 per person
$150-admin fee
Water, sewer & trash-Tenant’s responsibility Flat rate feeYes AllYes-2 max
$300/fee
$35/mo
(Dog breed restrictions)
Studio
1 & 2
CedargateYesGround level apartments1410 Sheridan Dr.Lancaster740-616-8040
M-Th 9-6
F 9-4:30
$550-Studio
$665-$675-1 bdrm
$765-$775-2 bdrm
$375-$625
Depending on credit
$65 per adultNoYes
Some have w/d
Yes-2 max
$375/fee
$35/mo
1, 2, 3, 4
Some HA
ChartwellNoTownhouse Ranch1400 Fuller Ct.Lancaster740-687-1352
M-F 9-5
$860-$1125
2-4 bdrms
Same as base rent$40-Single &/or married
$60-2 people not married
Water, sewer & trash pd
Electric-Tenant pays
Yes
Some have garages
Yes-2 max
1-$35/mo
2-$25/mo each pet
Up to 30 lbs.
& 18” tall
1 & 2Columbus Street CommonsNoSmokefree apartments121 East 5th Ave.Lancaster740-243-7976
Call/text
Office-740-652-5554 Opt.1
Call For PricingCall For Pricing$40 per adultAskAskNo
1 & 2Concord ManorYesApartments123 W. Walnut St.Lancaster740-675-6560$850-1 bdrm
$,1000-2 bdrm
Same as base rent$40 per adultNoYesYes-3 max
$250-Fee
$35/mo per pet
1, 2, 3
HA
Fairfield ParkNoApartments1508 Greyfield StLancaster614-251-0915
M-F 10-6
Saturday 10-5
Sunday 12-5
$1175-1 bdrm
$1425-2 bdrm
$1815-3 bdrm
Same as base rentNoTrash included
Tenant pays electric & utilities
YesYes
2FairoaksNoTown home940 Prestige Blvd.Lancaster740-687-6375$815Same as base rent & applicable pet fee$40/single or married
$65/2 sharing unmarried
Tenant pay electric, water & sewerYesYes-30lbs & 2 max
$35/mo 1 pet
$25/mo-2 pets
2Hawkshire ManorNoTownhouse1420 Laura Ave.Lancaster740-654-7747
740-808-0464
$999$1,000$50NoYes
w/d hkup
No
2HillcrestNoTownhouse250 Hillcrest Dr.Lancaster740-639-2632
844-239-6419
$949$350$45 per adultWater, trash & sewer pdYesYes-2 max
$350/fee
$40/mo
1, 2, 3Hunter’s HillYesGarden apt857 Elizabeth Dr.Lancaster740-653-7722
M-W 9-4
Th-by appointments
$1,025-1 bdrm
$1,215-2 bdrm
$1,395-3 bdrm
Same as base rent on unit sizen/aWater, trash & sewage pd
Tenant pays electric
Yes
d/w, fridge, range, g/d
Yes-2 max
$350/fee each
$25/mo each
1 & 2Kirn CommonsNoGarden Apartment107 S. Columbus StLancaster740-215-5200
Must call to get an application
$650-1 bdrm
$750-2 bdrm
Same as base rent$45Utilities included.
Tenant pays electric
No Smoking
Must make 3x’s the rent
Yes1 Under 20 lbs.
$250/deposit
Studio,
1 & 2
HA
Meadows of PickeringtonNoGarden apt112 Mockingbird CourtPickerington614-837-3920$665-$830 studio
$985-1 bdrm
Call for 2 bdrm
$250-$739$35 per adultNo
all electric
Yes
w/d hkup
Yes
$350/fee
$35/mo
1 & 2MuirwoodNoRanch301 Scotland Pl.Lancaster740-687-6375
M-F 9-5
$800-1 bdrm
$925-$1,025 2 bdrm wall a/c
$1,025-$1,085 2 bd central a/c
Same as base rent & applicable pet fees$40/single or married
$65/2 sharing unmarried
Trash, & sewer pd.
Tenant pays water & electric
Yes-stove, fridge, d/w
w/d hkup
Yes-30lbs & 2 max
$35/mo 1 pet
$25/mo-2 pets
1, 2, 3Oak ValleyNoTownhouse & Garden1939 Independence Blvd.Lancaster740-687-9467
M-F 8-4:30
$850-$925-1 bdrm
$950-2 bdrm
$1,050-3 bdrm
$500-a Month’s rent
$50 Admin Fee
$40 per adultTrash includedYes
rent a w/d
some d/w
Yes
$250/fee
$25/mo
2, 3, 4
HA
Pheasant RunYesApartment (Income restrictions)2680 Orono PikeReynoldsburg614-552-3100
M-F 9-5
$570-2 bdrm
$660-3 bdrm
$731-4 bdrm
$300$35 per adultWater, trash & sewer pdYes
w/d hkup
No
1 & 2Residence at TurnberryNoGarden & Townhome1631 Hill Rd. NorthPickerington614-864-9000
380-205-9546
$1,250-1 bdrm
$1,435-Garden
$1,650-$1725-Townhome
$500-Deposit
Or Apply thru Jetty
$50 per person
$175 admin fee
WaterYes
w/d hkup
Yes
max 2
$300/fee
$40/mo
1, 2, 3
HA
River ValleyNoLoft, Garden & Townhouse1237 Watermark Dr.Lancaster740-777-9037
740-653-6226
M-F 10-5
$1,079-$1,387Starting at $399$50 per adultNoYes d/w
24hr laundry
& pool
1st $300/fee
2nd $100/fee
$40/mo
2 & 3Sheridan VillageNoTownhouse1652 Sheridan Dr.Lancaster740-654-7707$860-2 bdrm
$910-3 bdrm
Same as rent$25Water, trash & sewer pd
all electric
Yes w/d
Patio
No
1, 2, 3Somerford SquareNoGarden & Townhouse1250 Sheridan Dr.Lancaster740-653-2961
M-F 9-6
Sat 10-5
$925-$975-1 bdrm
$1,050-$1,150-2 bdrm
$1,400-$1,620-3 bdrm
$1,270-2 twnh
$1,370-2 twnh
$1,595-3 twnh
$300-Same as rent
(Based off credit)
$50 + $100 admin feeAskAskYes 75 lb
$300/fee
per pet
$50/mo
1 & 2
HA
The Lodge at River VillageNoApt & Townhouse1366 Sheridan Dr.Lancaster740-901-7900
M-F 10-6
$664-$799Starts at $100$35 per adultWater chargeYes
d/w
On site laundry
Yes
max 2
$300-$600-fee
$35-$70/mo
2Tiki-Pleasantville ApartmentsNoTownhomePleasantville & Tiki Rd.Lancaster740-654-3247
M-F 8-5
$630$300AskWater pd
all electric
Yes
d/w
Yes
40 lb
deposit
1, 2, 3
HA
Sells GreeneYesApartment219 Sells RdLancaster740-777-4556$850-1 bdrm
$833-$1,070-2 bdrm
$1,195-3 bdrm
$710-$1,070-1 bdrm
$833-$1,070-2 bdrm
$1,195-$1,240-3 bdrm
AskTrash pdYesYes max 2
25 lb
$300/fee per pet
2Sycamore SquareYesApartment161 Sells Rd & 185 Sells RdLancaster740-687-1664
M-F 8-3
$725$725 or amount of rent at time of move in$25 per adultWater, sewer & trash pd.
Tenant pays electric
YesYes-25lb
max 2
$300-$400-fee
$35-$70/mo
1, 2, 3Timber CreekNoApt. & Townhouse154 Little Brook Ln.Lancaster740-654-9727
M, Tu, Th, F
8-5
$790-1 bdrm
$924-2 bdrm
$1,020-3 bdrm
$500$25 per adultFree gas heat water, trash & sewer pdYes
Some units w/d hkup
Yes 25lb
max 2
$400/fee
$35/mo

Subsidized Apartment Communities

Subsidized Apartment Communities
# Bedroom Apartment Name Accept Metro Voucher Rental Type Address City Phone # Rent Deposit / Move-In Fee App Fee Utilities Included Appliances Included Pets
1Ault ManorNoGarden Apartment188 Sells Rd.Lancaster740-653-6618
M-Th 10-3
Income BasedSame as base rentNoYesYes
laundry facility
Seniors only-Ask
1, 2, 3
HA
Barclay ManorYes1 floor apt
row house
Subsidized
351 Fairview Rd.Baltimore740-862-8945
T-Th 8-4
$580-$809-1 bd
$605-$834-2 bd
$628-$857-3 bd
Same as base rentNoWater pdYesNo
1, 2, 3, 4Emerald PlaceApartment1223 Prism WayLancasterIncome BasedAskAskAskYes
d/w & w/d hkup
Yes-2 max
Breed restrictions
2, 3, 4
HA
Hunter Wood ParkNoApartment families
Subsidized
332 Trace Dr.Lancaster740-687-1314
M-Th 9-4
30% of IncomeSame as base rentNoWater pdYesApproved by corporate
1
HA
Cherry GardensYesApartment Subsidized132 Cherry St.Lancaster740-653-6618Income BasedAskNoYesYesAsk
2LakelandYesTownhouse Subsidized2121 Refugee Rd.Millersport740-218-1550
T & Th 8-4:30
$615
or
30% of Income
Same as base rent$13Water pd all electricYesNo
2 & 3Lancaster ClubYesApartment Subsidized180 Sells Rd.Lancaster740-653-3616
M-F 9-4
Income BasedAskNoYesYes
d/w & w/d hkup
Yes
$100 Fee
1, 2, 3Pleasantville CommonsYesGarden & Townhouse
SOME Subsidized
3610 Richland Rd.Pleasantville740-468-3575
M-W 8-4:30
$760-1 bdrm
$805-2 bdrm
$865-3 bdrm OR
30% of Income
Same as base rentNoTenant pays electricYesOnly Emotional Support Animals

HA = handicap accessible

The apartment communities listed may not have units available or may have a waiting list. Always call for current information.

Subsidized apartments are units where a program (HUD) pays a portion of the rent based on the tenant’s income. The tenant pays 30% of their adjusted income.

Ask for Project HouseCall-Senior/Disabled - lists apartment communities for people over 55 years and people with disabilities.

Fair Housing - Landlord/Tenant Issues

Fair Housing - Landlord/Tenant Issues
Name Phone # Address General Information
CDBG: City of Lancaster Community Development Block Grant Agency740-687-6663111 S. Broad Street Suite 217
Lancaster, OH 43130
Helps with fair housing issues or questions, within the city of Lancaster
Fairfield County Regional Planning740-652-7110210 E. Main Street
Lancaster, Ohio 43130
Helps with fair housing issues or questions within Fairfield County; landlord-tenant rights and responsibilities under Ohio law.
City of Lancaster Code Enforcement740-652-2699104 E. Main Street
Lancaster, Ohio 43130
May be able to investigate needed landlord repairs and deal with issues that are code violations.
Southeastern Ohio Legal Services800-686-3668
740-773-0012
Serving Fairfield County
(Offices in Chillicothe)
Legal services may include assistance with evictions, foreclosures, and landlord/tenant disputes.
Disability Rights Ohio800-282-9181
614-466-7264
Located in Columbus
Serving Fairfield County
Legal services for any disabled person dealing with discrimination or unfair practices; reasonable accommodations, evictions, landlord/tenant dispute.

Emergency Housing

Emergency Housing
Name Phone # Address Hours Requirements General Information
The Lighthouse687-4423(Physical address not published-call ahead)24 hours/7 days a weekShelter for victims of domestic violencePrefer Fairfield Co. residents-people from outside the county must be pre-approved
Community Action Family Shelter-LFCAA653-41461743 E. Main Street24 hours/7days a weekShelter for homeless families (Must meet with counselor to be placed on wait list.)4 units, private bath & kitchen, prepare own meals, case management services
Fairfield County Emergency Shelter-LSS653-20121681 E. Main Street
(Fairhaven Place)
5:30 pm to 7:30 am daily
(Winter policy: Oct 15–Mar 15)
Homeless adults-18 years old and olderDinner & breakfast provided, shower & laundry facilities available, case management
Foundation Shelter653-1960
8:00-9:30pm
800 W. 6th Avenue
Office hours M-F 8:30-12:30am
Winter hours: 5:00 pm – 7:30 am
Summer hours: 8:00pm–7:30am
Shelter for homeless men, women–alone or with childrenDinner available at Foundation Dinners
Come after 8:00pm for available beds
American Red Cross687-5585Emergency housing provided through local hotel24 hours/7 days a weekAssistance provided after a disaster: fire, flood, tornadoUsually provides a three day/night stay in local motel

Housing Programs

Housing Programs
Name Phone # Where to Apply Requirements General Information
Dragonfly Dreams
Public housing-FMHA
653-6618315 N Columbus St.
Lancaster, OH 43130
Income based rental housing for families. Family must meet income eligibility, other HUD and FMHA criteria and prove need for 3 bedrooms.Waiting list: applications still accepted for this program, online: www.fairfieldmha.org
Fairhaven Place-LSS653-22651681 E. Main St.
Lancaster, OH 43130
Homeless men/women 18 and older; must have section 8 voucher or ability to self-pay rent. Currently has wait list.Efficiency apartment. Must participate in case management services.
Grace Haven Place808-6255PO Box 2345
Lancaster, OH 43130
Faith based program for women without children coming out of jail or prison or drug/alcohol rehab.Transitional program offers women a place to live while they prepare for living independently
Habitat for Humanity654-3434PO Box 2392
Lancaster, OH 43130
Habitat builds affordable homes for those in need. These houses are then sold to families, interest free at no profit.Approved families will be required to work towards the completion of their home.
House of Comrades740-654-3442333 S. Broad St.
Lancaster, OH 43130
Shared home for honorably discharged veterans. Tenant must be able to pay $500 per month. All utilities paid, single bedrooms, cable, Wi-Fi, washer/dryer availableProgram is being offered through Gilroc Rentals, Ltd. Contact person is Becky Cain.
HOWPA: Housing for Persons with HIV/AIDS-LFCAA653-41461743 E. Main St
Lancaster, OH 43130
Low-income persons that are medically diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and their families are eligible to apply.Apply for voucher at Community Action; currently has a wait list
Pearl House;
Recovery Center/FMHA
687-4500201 S Columbus St
Lancaster, OH 43130
Supportive housing for homeless families dealing with addiction. Turn application in to FMHA, 315 N. Columbusfamilies fully committed to overcoming the devastating effects of addiction.
Rutherford House;
LFCAA/FMHA
653-41461743 E. Main St
Lancaster, OH 43130
Supportive housing project for homeless families with disabilities. Turn application in at Community ActionA comprehensive range of supportive services are available on campus including individualized case management.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program-FMHA653-6618315 N Columbus St.
Lancaster, OH 43130
www.fairfieldmha.org
This program gives income eligible individuals and families a voucher that provides financial assistance toward a rental property in Fairfield Co.Apply online or applications by appointment for veterans and foster youth aging out of services
Shelter-Plus Care
Single Adults-LSS
653-22651681 E. Main St
Lancaster, OH 43130
Chronically homeless single adults with mental health diagnosis or alcohol/drug addictionClient will receive a housing choice voucher and will participate in case management services
Shelter-Plus Care
Families with children-LFCAA
653-41461743 E. Main St
Lancaster, OH 43130
Homeless family; at least one member of the household diagnosed with mental health or alcohol/drug addictionClient will receive a housing choice voucher and will participate in case management services
Sober Living Program-LSS653-22651691 E. Main St.
Lancaster, OH 43130
Homeless single men active in recovery processGroup home setting, transitional housing. Program currently has a wait list.
Veteran Housing-LSS654-5934 or
653-2265
1681 E. Main St
Lancaster, OH 43130
Veteran-Honorable discharge, single adultShelter, Transitional & Permanent Housing options available

Internet Resources

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COHHIO (Coalition in Homeless and Housing in Ohio) is a coalition of organizations and individuals committed to ending homelessness and to promoting decent, safe, affordable housing for all, with a focus on assisting low-income and special needs populations. This site has a great deal of housing information as well as contact info for specialists in specific areas of homelessness and housing.

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This site was created to facilitate a coordinated system of services that will respond to the strengths and needs of Fairfield County, including many issues related to housing needs and questions. The site is sponsored by Fairfield County Family and Children First Council (FACFC) and offers Fairfield County residents a variety of helpful information.

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For many people, their housing situation is dependent on receiving Social Security benefits. SS helps not only older Americans, but also workers who become disabled, families in which a spouse or parent dies, and people who are blind or adults disabled since childhood. This site answers questions and directs individuals through the application process.

It is illegal to discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.
To report suspected housing discrimination call Community Development at 740-687-6663.

Apartment Checklist

Landlord Name:

Landlord Phone #:

Terms and Conditions

Apartment 1

  • Address of unit
  • Application fee amount: $
  • Security deposit amount: $
  • Rent amount: $
  • Rent due date
  • Pet deposit: $
  • Utilities included/estimated bill: □ Electric $_____ □ Gas $_____ □ Water $_____ □ Sewer $_____ □ Trash $_____
  • Length of lease

Apartment 2

  • Address of unit
  • Application fee amount: $
  • Security deposit amount: $
  • Rent amount: $
  • Rent due date
  • Pet deposit: $
  • Utilities included/estimated bill: □ Electric $_____ □ Gas $_____ □ Water $_____ □ Sewer $_____ □ Trash $_____
  • Length of lease

Apartment 3

  • Address of unit
  • Application fee amount: $
  • Security deposit amount: $
  • Rent amount: $
  • Rent due date
  • Pet deposit: $
  • Utilities included/estimated bill: □ Electric $_____ □ Gas $_____ □ Water $_____ □ Sewer $_____ □ Trash $_____
  • Length of lease
Apartment Features Comparison
Apartment Features Apartment 1 Apartment 2 Apartment 3
Number of bedrooms□ 0 □ 1 □ 2 □ 3 □ 4 □ 5□ 0 □ 1 □ 2 □ 3 □ 4 □ 5□ 0 □ 1 □ 2 □ 3 □ 4 □ 5
Furnished□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Handicapped accessible□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Eat-in kitchen□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Air conditioning□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Washer/dryer hook-up□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Pets allowed□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Main heat type□ electric furnace □ gas furnace □ baseboard □ other□ electric furnace □ gas furnace □ baseboard □ other□ electric furnace □ gas furnace □ baseboard □ other
Floor type□ carpet □ hardwood □ other□ carpet □ hardwood □ other□ carpet □ hardwood □ other
Floor condition: stains/snags/holes□ poor □ fair □ good□ poor □ fair □ good□ poor □ fair □ good
Paint and wall condition□ poor □ fair □ good□ poor □ fair □ good□ poor □ fair □ good
Age & condition of stove/oven□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good
Age & condition of refrigerator□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good
Age & condition of dishwasher□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good
Age & condition of disposal□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good□ poor □ NA □ fair □ good
Water pressure/toilet(s) flush OK/faucets dripping□ poor □ fair □ good□ poor □ fair □ good□ poor □ fair □ good
Smoke detectors & fire extinguishers□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
All doors and windows open and have working locks□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Laundry facilities□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Off Street Parking□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Proximity to grocery, bank, post office, doctor, etc.□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Proximity to work or school□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Do children walk or ride bus to school?□ walk □ ride bus□ walk □ ride bus□ walk □ ride bus
Elevator□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Secured entrance□ yes □ no□ yes □ no□ yes □ no
Who mows lawn & shovels snow?□ landlord □ tenant□ landlord □ tenant□ landlord □ tenant
Comments/Concerns