Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $700 (56 Rentals)

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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
Studio to 2 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 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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520 Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

520 Lofts

520 Hamilton StAllentown, PA 18101
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438 N 7th St

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STRATA Symphony
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

STRATA Symphony

33 N 6th StAllentown, PA 18101
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Riverview Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Lofts

114-122 W Allen StAllentown, PA 18102
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property at 801 N Jordan St

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801 N Jordan St

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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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Center City, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Franklin Park priced from $1,200. Allen Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Allen FlatsModel NameStudio,1BA$1,300
Parkview Apartments1BR/1BA - Ground Level.1BR,1BA$1,354
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,430
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1,485
The Hamilton at Grand PlazaDelta 1Studio,1BA$1,585
The HiveAlpha 1H1BR,1BA$1,633

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/ Loft - 1275 Model at Apartments at The Mill in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $2,336. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 117 1/2 N Penn St Model at 117 1/2 N Penn St, Unit 2 starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/ Loft - 12752BR,2BA$1.83
117 1/2 N Penn St, Unit 2117 1/2 N Penn St4BR,1BA$1.33
Center Square Lofts WestTH1BR,1.5BA$1.86
139 S Lumber St, Unit 2139 S Lumber St2BR,1BA$1.62
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.56
Riverfront LoftsRiverfront Loft 111BR,1BA$2.11
The HiveAlpha 1H1BR,1BA$2.04
1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 3021017 Hamilton St, Fl 11BR,1BA$1.93
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90
Parkview Apartments1BR/1BA - Ground Level.1BR,1BA$2.15

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center City is at Franklin Park listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment is $1,354 at Parkview Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?

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

What is the most affordable Center City Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

Expert Rental Resources

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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