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36 S 5th St

AllentownPA18101

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property at 23 S Madison St

23 S Madison St

AllentownPA18102
property at 312 N 6th St

312 N 6th St

AllentownPA18102

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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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City Center, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Allen Flats priced from $1,050. Center Square Lofts West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,230. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Allen FlatsModel NameStudio,1BA$1,050
Center Square Lofts WestS1Studio,1BA$1,230
High Pointe ApartmentsHigh Pointe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
520 LoftsThe CedarStudio,1BA$1,304
The HiveDelta 1HStudio,1BA$1,307
Strata FlatsST1Studio,1BA$1,500
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,520
Bridgeview1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, PA

As of November 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center 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 City Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/ Loft - 1275 Model at Apartments at The Mill starting at $2,100 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1307 Hamilton St, Unit 21307 Hamilton St4BR,2BA$1.61
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/ Loft - 12752BR,2BA$1.65
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.73
The Hamilton at Grand PlazaDelta 4Studio ,1BA$2.46
Jordan View Parke ApartmentsModel A1BR,1BA$2.43
1420 W Linden St, Unit 31420 W Linden St1BR,1BA$1.62
Strata FlatsST1Studio ,1BA$2.38
Bridgeview1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.44
High Pointe ApartmentsHigh Pointe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20
520 LoftsThe CedarStudio ,1BA$2.47

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
City Center, Allentown, PA

Ranked #18

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • 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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Center is at Allen Flats listed at $1,050.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment is $1,300 at High Pointe Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Center is starting from $1,520 at Elmtowne Gardens.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.