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property at 929 W Gordon St
$1,135 - $1,295
Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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929 W Gordon St

AllentownPA18102

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property at 761-765 S 8th St
$1,295 - $1,495
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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761-765 S 8th St

AllentownPA18103

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Allentown, PA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Allentown, PA

Pricing Updated: 09/09/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Allentown, PA area range in price from $795 to $5,391 with an overall median price of $1,710. The three Allentown neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Millmont at $1,050, Southside at $1,080, and Northwest Reading at $1,110. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Allentown Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Millmont$1,050$90015
Southside$1,080$85022
Northwest Reading$1,110$90010
Center City$1,240$80056
Penn's Commons$1,250$80057
Kern Historic District$1,275$1,2501
Callowhill$1,290$80047
Queen Anne Historic District$1,290$80049
Outlet Area$1,300$80068
Slatington Historic District$1,300$1,2502

Cheapest Available Allentown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Adelaide Mills Apartments in the East Side neighborhood priced from $1,015. 618-620 W Chew Street in the East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Allentown apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adelaide Mills Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,015
618-620 W Chew Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,025
Broadway 5161BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
621 W Turner St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,100
Main 10591BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,200
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Congress Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 670 sqft1BR,1BA$1,270

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allentown, PA

As of September 09, 2026 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 2 Bedroom Model at 1019-1049 Westbury Cir starting at $1,895 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Northeast Bethlehem 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
1019-1049 Westbury Cir2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.52
Riverview West Apartments2BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.43
1639 West Turner Street2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.25
Southside Commons4X24BR,2BA$1.16
867 Ulster St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.50
702 St. John Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.45
427 1/2 N 5th St, Unit 427 1/2 N 5th St427 1/2 N 5th StStudio ,1BA$1.47
18 E Main St, Unit 318 E Main St1BR,1BA$1.59
909 Linden St, Unit 3909 Linden St1BR,1BA$1.61

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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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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 Adelaide Mills Apartments which is listed at $1,015, while the average apartment in Allentown costs $1,710.

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 18 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 $371 which is $1,339 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Allentown.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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