Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 1st Ward Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $700 (41 Rentals)

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Overlook Park
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Overlook Park

445 Hanover AveAllentown, PA 18109
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West Turner Residences 62+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Turner Residences 62+

449-499 W Turner StAllentown, PA 18102
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Jordan Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jordan Lofts

645 N Jordan StAllentown, PA 18102
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Riverbend Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbend Apartments

250 S Penn StAllentown, PA 18102
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440 N 9th St
Studio Apartments

440 N 9th St

440 N 9th StAllentown, PA 18102
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Washington Crossing
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Crossing

509-615 E Mosser StAllentown, PA 18109
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Julian Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Julian Court

1521 W Union StAllentown, PA 18102
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The Farr Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Farr Lofts

739 W Hamilton StAllentown, PA 18101
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200 N Halstead St
1 Bedroom Apartments

200 N Halstead St

200 N Halstead StAllentown, PA 18109
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1st Ward, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available 1st Ward Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the 1st Ward area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Allen Flats priced from $1,025. Franklin Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable 1st Ward apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Allen FlatsModel NameStudio,1BA$1,025
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress1BR,1BA$1,242
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,255
Allen Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Lehigh ValleyOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,365
Aspen1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,370
BridgeviewStudioStudio,1BA$1,455
Center Square Lofts WestS2.1Studio,1BA$1,555

Best Value Apartments for Rent in 1st Ward, PA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the 1st Ward area is the $0.58 price per square foot 1508 w walnut ave Model at 1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD in the in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value 1st Ward apartment is the Beta 3H Model at HIVE starting at $2,029 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for 1st Ward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD1508 w walnut ave3BR,1.5BA$0.58
HIVEBeta 3H2BR,2BA$1.68
Aspen1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
218 N 5th St, Unit 2218 N 5th St2BR,1BA$1.76
691 Trump StSmall Loft1BR,1BA$1.74
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 10152BR,2BA$1.92
Lehigh ValleyOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.94
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress1BR,1BA$1.77
390 W Greenleaf St, Unit 390 W Greenleaf 1st F390 W Greenleaf St1BR,1BA$1.92
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
1st Ward, Allentown, PA

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Among neighborhoods in Allentown, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including 1st Ward, Allentown, and the greater Allentown area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the 1st Ward Neighborhood in Allentown, PA

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap 1st Ward Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in 1st Ward?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in 1st Ward is under $1,555.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in 1st Ward?

The cheapest apartment in 1st Ward is Allen Flats which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in 1st Ward costs $2,300.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in 1st Ward?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in 1st Ward that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in 1st Ward?

Cheap apartments in 1st Ward have an average cost of $261 which is $2,039 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in 1st Ward.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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