
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Allentown, NJ from $1,000 (36 Rentals)
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Red Oak Manor

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Zachary Arms Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

Wingate Apartments, LLC

Alvin E. Gershen Apartments (62+)

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Brookside Gardens

Deerfield Westerlea

Cypress Gardens
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Pointe Breeze Apartments LLC

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Hamilton Estates Apartments

Wynbrook West

Brookwood Gardens

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Sunnybrae Apartments

Woodmere at Hamilton

Riverwood Commons, LLC

Sharon Arms

Windsor Castle
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Kuser Village

Royal Crest

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Miry Run Apartments

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Barclay Village Apartments

The Reserve at Crosswicks

Park Apartments

Genesis Village II

2001 Genesee St

The Hamlet at Bear Creek
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115 Samdin Blvd

211 Front St

Princeton Arms North

Princeton Court

White Horse Gardens

209 Main St

1419 Hamilton Ave

19 Mendrey Ct

134 Klockner Rd
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Allentown, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Allentown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown Studio Apartments | $1,591 | $1,550 | $1,715 |
| Allentown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,963 | $1,367 | $2,900 |
| Allentown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $1,725 | $3,400 |
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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 $1,495. Hillcrest Apartments in the Chesterfield Downs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allentown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zachary Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Brookside Gardens | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Deerfield Westerlea | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Cypress Gardens | One Bedroom 1 Bath 809 sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,660 |
| Pointe Breeze Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Wingate Apartments, LLC | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,710 |
| Sunnybrae Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Woodmere at Hamilton | 1 Bedroom w/Country Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Sharon Arms | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allentown, NJ and Nearby
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allentown area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Typical Model at Genesis Village in the in the Combs Farm neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Allentown apartment is the 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Sunnybrae Apartments starting at $2,056 with a $2.05 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Village | 2 Bedroom Typical | 2BR,3BA | $1.20 |
| Sunnybrae Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Genesis Village II | 900 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Barclay Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Brookside Gardens | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Deerfield Westerlea | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Pointe Breeze Apartments LLC | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Cypress Gardens | One Bedroom 1 Bath 809 sq.ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Zachary Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Best Local Schools in Allentown, NJ
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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 $1,495 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 $1,725 at Hillcrest Apartments.
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