
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $700 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Center City area of Allentown.


394 Tilghman St

518 Tilghman St

36 S 5th St

818 Walnut St

722 N Ninth St

105 S 12th St

1142-1146 Walnut St
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136 N 10th St

397 W Allen St

Allen Flats

418 Chestnut St

1218 W Turner St

245 N 4th St

401 N Eighth St

1620-1/2 W Chew St
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Hampshire House

615 N Eighth St

312 N Ninth St

388.5 Greenleaf St

102 S 13th St

1139 Spring Garden St

230 N Hazel St, Unit 1BR with Garage and Yard
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Franklin Park

439 Walnut St

325 N Eighth St

23 S Madison St

384 Tilghman St

312 N 6th St
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Mickley Run Apartments
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 | $1,335 | $885 | $1,915 |
| Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $895 | $2,615 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,910 | $1,100 | $3,252 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $1,350 | $2,100 |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Allentown, PA.
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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 Allen Flats priced from $1,050. Franklin Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Flats | Model Name | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Hive | Delta 1H | Studio,1BA | $1,253 |
| Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Center Square Lofts West | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,266 |
| 520 Lofts | The Canal | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Aspen | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA
As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.61 price per square foot 1307 Hamilton St Model at 1307 Hamilton St, Unit 2 in the in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 1617 W Turner St Model at 1617 W Turner St, Unit 1 starting at $1,250 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1307 Hamilton St, Unit 2 | 1307 Hamilton St | 4BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 1617 W Turner St, Unit 1 | 1617 W Turner St | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Aspen | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 218 N 5th St, Unit 2 | 218 N 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Apartments at The Mill | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1015 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2BR /1BA - on the 2nd Fl. | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 1550 Warren St, Unit 1 | 1550 Warren St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 706 N 6th St, Unit 1 | 706 N 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 39 S 10th St, Unit 3 | 39 S 10th St | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCenter City, Allentown, PA
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Center City, Allentown, PA
Washington Elementary School
William Allen High School
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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 Allen Flats listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment is $1,255 at Mickley Run 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 $1,510 at Mickley Run Apartments.
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
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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