
Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Allentown, PA Under $1,500 (57 Rentals)


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1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 302

35 N Fulton St

734 W Gordon St, Unit 734 West Gordon Street 1

224 N 7th St

833 Pine St
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342 N Eighth St

831 Walnut St

408 Washington St

535 Tilghman St

305 N 2nd St

120 N 4th St

37 S 13th St

347 N 7th St

223-225-225 N Fountain St

501 W Allen St
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435 N 6th St

427 N 5th St

611 N Front St

222 N 12th St

425 Liberty St

830 Chestnut St

918 W Turner St

1620-1/2 W Chew St

739 N 5th St

325 N Eighth St
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1513 W Chew St

906 N 4th St

1437 W Court St

212 N Peach St

338 N 2nd St

537 Pratt St

33 N Franklin St

1438 W Turner St

801 N Jordan St

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440 N 9th St

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520 Lofts

STRATA Symphony

Riverview Lofts

The Farr Lofts

Center Square Lofts West

The Hive

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Walnut Street Commons
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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 | $1,457 | $885 | $1,990 |
| Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $950 | $2,200 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,250 | $2,950 |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,907 | $1,500 | $3,300 |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,550 | $1,550 |
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Best Local Schools in Center City, Allentown, PA
William Allen High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Center City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Center City ranges from $950 to $2,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,475.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Center City range from $1,250 to $2,950. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,895.
How expensive are Center City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 44 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Center City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,500 to $3,300 - averaging $1,907 for the location.
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