Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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37 10th St

412 Oak St

123 N 11th St
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31 S Franklin St

1319 Hamilton St

525 1/2 N Elliger St

444 N Law St
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Center City, Allentown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Center City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Center City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,859 | $1,395 | $2,650 |
Center City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,362 | $1,600 | $5,000 |
Center City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,015 | $1,500 | $2,350 |
Center City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,366 | $2,200 | $2,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 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 |
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Allen Flats | Model Name | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Aspen in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 1617 W Turner St Model at 1617 W Turner St, Unit 1 starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 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. |
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Aspen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
1617 W Turner St, Unit 1 | 1617 W Turner St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Apartments at The Mill | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1015 | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
440 N Hall St, Unit 2 | 440 N Hall St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Jordan View Parke Apartments | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
520 Lofts | The Jordan | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
The Hive | Delta 4H | Studio ,1BA | $2.16 |
Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
1101 W Turner St, Unit 3 | 1101 W Turner St | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCenter City, Allentown, PA
Ranked #20
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City
What type of rentals are currently available in Center City?
There are currently 262 Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $3,457. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City ranging from $1,275 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City ranges from $1,275 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,233.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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