Welcome to York, PA
A local guide for apartment renters ready to explore their new neighborhood.

History You Can Walk Through

York is full of real-deal Revolutionary War charm. It’s where the Continental Congress met in 1777 and where the phrase “United States of America” was first officially used. Today, you can walk through that history at the Colonial Complex, where sites like the Golden Plough Tavern (built in 1741) and the General Horatio Gates House give you a glimpse of 18th-century life, all right in the middle of town.

Address: Colonial Complex, 157 W Market St, York, PA 17401

It’s Built Here

This is a city that still makes things. Tour the Harley-Davidson Vehicle Operations plant and see how motorcycles come to life. Stop by York Barbell, not just for lifting equipment, but to visit the Weightlifting Hall of Fame. You’ll find the kind of behind-the-scenes peeks here that most cities just don’t offer.

Address: Harley-Davidson Factory, 1425 Eden Rd, York, PA 17402
Address: York Barbell & Weightlifting Hall of Fame, 3300 Board Rd, York, PA 17406

Culture You’ll Actually Go To

York’s arts scene is vibrant but approachable. The Appell Center for the Performing Arts hosts everything from indie films to Broadway-style shows, and Marketview Arts showcases local creators in a rotating gallery space. There’s even a theater company just for kids, called DreamWrights, perfect if you’ve got little ones or love community energy.

Address: Appell Center, 50 N George St, York, PA 17401
Address: Marketview Arts, 37 W Philadelphia St, York, PA 17401
Address: DreamWrights Center for Community Arts, 100 Carlisle Ave, York, PA 17401

The Snack Belt

You’re living in the heart of Pennsylvania snack country. Take a day trip to the Utz Factory Tour to watch chips fresh off the line, or head to Snyder’s of Hanover for the ultimate pretzel-lover experience. And don’t miss Central Market York. It’s one of the oldest farmers markets in the U.S. and still buzzing with local vendors selling baked goods, fresh produce, flowers, and global eats. It’s an easy weekend stop when you’re living in apartments in York.

Address: Utz Factory Outlet & Tour, 900 High St, Hanover, PA 17331
Address: Snyder’s of Hanover Factory Store, 1350 York St, Hanover, PA 17331
Address: Central Market York, 34 W Philadelphia St, York, PA 17401

Nature Without the Hassle

When you need some greenery, head to Samuel S. Lewis State Park, just 25 minutes away. It has wide open fields, shady trails, and beautiful views of the Susquehanna River from the top of Mt. Pisgah. Closer to home, Kiwanis Lake is a peaceful spot for birdwatching or a casual walk, and Farquhar Park has basketball courts, a playground, and space to relax with a picnic.

Fallbrook Flats is perfectly positioned near it all, so whether you’re craving a nature break or a morning stroll through the city, you won’t have to go far.

Address: Samuel S. Lewis State Park, 6000 Mt Pisgah Rd, York, PA 17406
Address: Kiwanis Lake, 940 Parkway Blvd, York, PA 17404
Address: Farquhar Park, 570 Madison Ave, York, PA 17404

Events Worth Leaving the Couch For

The York State Fair is one of the oldest in the nation, with carnival rides, big-name concerts, livestock shows, and deep-fried everything. You’ll also find First Fridays downtown, with art pop-ups, street music, and late-night shops, as well as holiday parades, food truck rallies, and one unforgettable holiday tradition: the Factory Whistle Concert, where an actual steam whistle blasts Christmas tunes across the city on Christmas Eve.

Address: York State Fairgrounds, 334 Carlisle Ave, York, PA 17404
Address: Factory Whistle Concert, New York Wire Works, 441 E Market St, York, PA 17403

Why It All Works

York is one of those rare places that feels both lived-in and full of surprises. It has that friendly small-city vibe, but you’ll never run out of places to explore. Whether you’re into food, history, nature, or just a really good cup of coffee, there’s something to love just around the corner from your new apartment.

Looking for a fresh start? Apartments in York offer just the right mix of comfort, convenience, and connection to everything this city has to offer.