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818 Walnut St

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Allentown, PA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Allentown, PA

Pricing Updated: 11/08/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Allentown, PA area range in price from $695 to $167,516 with an overall median price of $2,067. The three Allentown neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Slatington Historic District at $695, Southside at $795, and Callowhill at $795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Allentown Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Slatington Historic District$1,300$6954
Southside$1,475$79516
Callowhill$1,525$79517
Millmont$1,525$89513
Southwest Reading$1,525$89516
Outer East$1,595$79517
Reiffton$1,599$99514
18th And Cotton$1,600$79534
Center City$1,600$79525
College Heights$1,600$79532

Cheapest Available Allentown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Allen Flats in the East Side neighborhood priced from $1,050. Orchard Hills in the East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allentown apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Allen FlatsModel NameStudio,1BA$1,050
Orchard Hills1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
BridgeviewStudioStudio,1BA$1,180
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,255
Hidden Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,270

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allentown, PA

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Allentown 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 apartment is the C2BLGD-R Model at Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PA starting at $2,050 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Lehigh Parkway 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.
1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD1508 w walnut ave3BR,1.5BA$0.58
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PAC2BLGD-R2BR,2BA$1.46
Riverview West Apartments2BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.43
1617 W Turner St, Unit 11617 W Turner St1BR,1BA$1.04
28 E Goepp St, Unit 2nd Floor28 E Goepp St2BR,1BA$1.50
18 E Main St, Unit 218 E Main St2BR,1BA$1.45
328 Polk St, Unit Unit 4328 Polk StStudio ,1BA$0.88
Aspen1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Muhlenberg Lakeview Apartments2B2BR,1BA$1.43
Southside Commons4X24BR,2BA$1.19

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Allentown Overview

Immortalized in the Billy Joel song but offering so much more than just a working class anthem, Allentown apartments represent some of the best living in the entire state of Pennsylvania. The third most populated city in the state, and filled to the brim with exciting amenities as well as plenty of natural splendor, Allentown is a great place to call home.

Why live in Allentown, PA?

With a proud tradition of blue collar workmanship and easy small town charm, Allentown is a great mix of city and country. The area forests are a nature lover's dream, with numerous footpaths and wildlife to be found, while the city itself offers a winning mix of nightclubs, restaurants and shopping, making it a cut above smaller locales. Area schools are well-regarded, making the city a great place for families, and the easy commute to Philadelphia and New York yield an ideal location for those eager for a larger job market.

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Getting Around Allentown, PA

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 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.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Allentown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Allentown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Allentown is under $1,270.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Allentown?

The cheapest apartment in Allentown is Orchard Hills which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Allentown costs $2,067.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Allentown?

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 9 regular apartments in Allentown 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 Allentown?

Cheap apartments in Allentown have an average cost of $332 which is $1,735 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Allentown.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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