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City Center, Allentown, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Studio Apartments | $1,632 | $885 | $2,368 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $900 | $2,792 |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,200 | $5,275 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $1,350 | $3,400 |
| City Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,615 | $1,615 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the City Center Neighborhood of Allentown, PA.
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at High Pointe Apartments priced from $1,350. HIVE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,433. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Pointe Apartments | High Pointe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| HIVE | Delta 4H | Studio,1BA | $1,433 |
| Center Square Lofts West | S2.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Aspen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,645 |
| Jordan View Parke Apartments | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, PA
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.12 price per square foot 2D.1.L-S Model at Strata Flats in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Aspen starting at $1,645 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strata Flats | 2D.1.L-S | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Aspen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PA | C2BLGD-R | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Brooke by OneWall | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Apartments at The Mill | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1015 | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Summit Ridge Luxury Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Bridgeview | 2-Bedroom 1.5-Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
| HIVE | Delta 4H | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
| 390 W Greenleaf St, Unit 390 W Greenleaf 1st F | 390 W Greenleaf St | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| High Pointe Apartments | High Pointe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Allentown. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the City Center Neighborhood in Allentown, PA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in City Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in City Center is under $1,820.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City Center?
The cheapest apartment in City Center is High Pointe Apartments which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in City Center costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City Center?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in City Center that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in City Center?
Cheap apartments in City Center have an average cost of $602 which is $1,898 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in City Center.
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