
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the 1st Ward Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,095 (55 Rentals)


420 N 4th St

430 W Turner St

Hampshire House

445-447 Linden St

Society Hill at Lehigh Park

325 N Eighth St

739 N 5th St

139 N 10th St

423 Liberty St
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644 N 10th St

37 S 13th St

Congress Apartment Homes

Executive Apartments

425 Liberty St

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1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 302, Unit 302

Allen Gardens Apartments

915 S Front St

6 N 17th St

Bridgeview
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Regency Towers

Auburn Station a Secluded Gated Community

Summit Ridge Luxury Apartments

Jordan View Parke Apartments

Allentown Center Square 62+ Senior Living

Overlook Park

West Turner Residences 62+

Jordan Lofts

Riverbend Apartments

Julian Court
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Washington Crossing

Hamilton East Apartments

Cambridge House Apartments

802 E Turner St

200 N Halstead St

Sheffield Square Apartments

Brookdale Gardens Apartments

Arborview Tower (62+ Senior Living)

1025 W Turner St

438 N 7th St
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The Farr Lofts

Trout Run Apartments

Arbor Village Apartments

Elmtowne Gardens

628-633 S Fawn St

The Hive

Relix Ridge Apartments

STRATA East

STRATA Symphony

Strata Flats
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1st Ward, Allentown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 1st Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Ward Studio Apartments | $1,363 | $885 | $1,745 |
1st Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $1,095 | $2,770 |
| 1st Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,922 | $1,295 | $3,005 |
| 1st Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $1,500 | $3,300 |
| 1st Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $1,550 | $1,900 |
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Best Local Schools in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Louis E Dieruff High School
Harrison-Morton Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap 1st Ward Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in 1st Ward?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in 1st Ward is at Congress Apartment Homes listed at $1,265.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom 1st Ward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom 1st Ward Apartment is $1,265 at Congress Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom 1st Ward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in 1st Ward is starting from $1,265 at Congress Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable 1st Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap 1st Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Congress Apartment Homes and starts from $1,265.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.