
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Allentown, PA (156 Rentals)


Riverfront Lofts

The Bindery

Allen Flats

Hampshire House

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

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223 N 16th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

450 Maple St

450-452 W Maple St

37 S 13th St
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139 N 10th St

739 N 5th St

425 Liberty St

445-447 Linden St

420 N 4th St

644 N 10th St

325 N Eighth St

423 Liberty St

417 N Ninth St

1025 W Turner St
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438 N 7th St

1631 W Linden St

618-620 W Chew St

1128 W Walnut St

1072-1076 Fullerton Ave

1114 W Linden St

335 Ridge Ave

Grandview Apartments

Neuweiler Lofts

201 N 4th St
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917-919 W Tilghman St

213 N 7th St

130-136 S 7th St

818 W Walnut St

717 W Liberty St

101 N 8th St

1327 W Chew St

317 N 6th St

827-829 W Linden St

1346-1352 W Linden St
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401 W Gordon St

397 W Allen St

24 No 11th St

39-41 N 11th St

138 N 7th St

758 N Lumber St

136 N 12th St

The Nines

933-935 W Liberty St

1639 W Turner St
Center City, Allentown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Studio Apartments | $1,217 | $885 | $1,585 |
Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $1,095 | $1,900 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $1,295 | $2,875 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,029 | $1,500 | $3,300 |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,550 | $1,600 |
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Largest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Center City area of Allentown, PA is found at Center Square Lofts West and is listed at 1,033 square feet priced from $1,921. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Square Lofts West | TH | 1,033 Sq Ft | $1,921 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 950 Sq Ft | $1,485 |
| Riverfront Lofts | Riverfront Loft 11 | 855 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| The Hive | Alpha 1H | 802 Sq Ft | $1,633 |
| Strata Flats | 1A2-E | 769 Sq Ft | $1,727 |
| The Bindery | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 750 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Jordan View Parke Apartments | Model A | 680 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1BR/1BA - Ground Level. | 630 Sq Ft | $1,354 |
| Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 577 Sq Ft | $1,405 |
Cheapest Available Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Center City of Allentown, PA is the 1BR/1BA - Ground Level. Model starting from $1,354 at Parkview Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Center City is currently $1,371. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Parkview Apartments | 1BR/1BA - Ground Level. | $1,354 |
| Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,430 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | $1,485 |
| The Hive | Alpha 1H | $1,633 |
| Jordan View Parke Apartments | Model A | $1,650 |
| Strata Flats | 1A | $1,662 |
| Riverfront Lofts | Riverfront Loft 11 | $1,800 |
| Center Square Lofts West | TH | $1,921 |
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Best Local Schools in Center City, Allentown, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Center City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Center City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Center City is at Parkview Apartments listed at $1,354.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Center City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Center City is $1,371.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Center City is a 1,033 square feet unit starting from $1,921 at Center Square Lofts West.
What is the average size for Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Center City is currently 0 sq ft.
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