Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Allentown City Historic District Allentown, PA from $500 (47 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Allentown City Historic District area of Allentown.

property at 435 N 6th St

$1,000

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 1

435 N 6th St

AllentownPA18102

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property at 535 Tilghman St

$1,495 - $1,750

2 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

535 Tilghman St

AllentownPA18102

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440 N 9th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

440 N 9th St

440 N 9th StAllentown, PA 18102

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The Hive
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hive

107 N 7th StAllentown, PA 18101
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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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Strata Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Strata Flats

27 N 7th StAllentown, PA 18101
Corporate Housing
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Allentown City Historic District, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Allentown City Historic District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Allentown City Historic District area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Franklin Park priced from $1,200. The Hive has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,279. Here are the most affordable Allentown City Historic District apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
The HiveDelta 1HStudio,1BA$1,279
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1,485
Strata FlatsST1Studio,1BA$1,510
Center Square Lofts WestA1.41BR,1BA$1,709
The Hamilton at Grand PlazaAlpha 41BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allentown City Historic District, PA

As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allentown City Historic District 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 Allentown City Historic District apartment is the 1 BR Model at Hampshire House starting at $1,485 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allentown City Historic District 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
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.56
The Hamilton at Grand PlazaAlpha 41BR,1BA$2.24
Center Square Lofts WestA1.41BR,1BA$2.23
Strata Flats1A1-E1BR,1BA$2.47
1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 3021017 Hamilton St, Fl 11BR,1BA$1.93
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90
The HiveDelta 1HStudio ,1BA$2.49

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Allentown City Historic District, Allentown, PA

Ranked #25

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Allentown City Historic District Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Allentown City Historic District Apartment is $1,485 at Hampshire House.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Allentown City Historic District is starting from $1,550 at Franklin Park.

What is the most affordable Allentown City Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Allentown City Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Franklin Park and starts from $1,750.

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