Cheap Apartments for Rent in Allentown, NJ from $1,000 (33 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Hillcrest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

617 Hilltop DrTrenton, NJ 08620
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Princeton Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Princeton Court

740 Estates BlvdHamilton, NJ 08619
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Princeton Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Princeton Arms

5 Princeton Arms NEast Windsor, NJ 08512

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Allentown, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Allentown Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Allentown, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Zachary Arms Apartments in the Chesterfield Downs neighborhood priced from $1,595. Deerfield Westerlea in the Hightstown East Windsor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allentown apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zachary Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Deerfield Westerlea1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,600
Towne Mews3.5 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,625
Brookside Gardens1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1,650
Cypress GardensOne Bedroom 1 Bath 809 sq.ft.1BR,1BA$1,660
Royal Crest1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,720
Wingate Apartments, LLC1B1BR,1BA$1,720
Woodmere at Hamilton1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,745
Princeton Court1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs Walk Thru1BR,1BA$1,755
Kuser Village1 Bedroom 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1,845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allentown, NJ and Nearby

As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allentown area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Typical Model at Genesis Village in the in the Combs Farm neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Allentown apartment is the 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Sunnybrae Apartments starting at $1,999 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Hamilton Township neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allentown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Genesis Village2 Bedroom Typical2BR,3BA$1.25
Sunnybrae Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.96
Genesis Village II9001BR,1BA$2.04
Miry Run ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
Brookside Gardens2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$2.22
Deerfield Westerlea1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.82
Woodmere at Hamilton1 Bedroom w/Den1BR,1BA$2.24
Cypress GardensOne Bedroom 1 Bath 809 sq.ft.1BR,1BA$2.05
Zachary Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.28

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Allentown Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Allentown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Allentown Apartment is $1,595 at Zachary Arms Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Allentown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Allentown is starting from $1,795 at Zachary Arms Apartments.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.