
Cheap Homes for Rent in City Center Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,200 (5 Rentals)
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1017 W Hamilton St, Unit 1
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1320 Hamilton St
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508 Park St
City Center, Allentown, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in City Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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City Center 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,711 | $1,495 | $2,150 |
City Center 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,860 | $1,420 | $2,325 |
City Center 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,031 | $1,850 | $2,350 |
City Center 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,050 | $2,000 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 5 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. Strata Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,448. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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High Pointe Apartments | High Pointe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Strata Flats | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $1,448 |
HIVE | Alpha 2H | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, PA
As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.28 price per square foot 2D.1.L-S Model at STRATA Symphony in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $3,225. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the C2BLGD-R Model at Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PA starting at $1,775 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Lehigh Parkway 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. |
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STRATA Symphony | 2D.1.L-S | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PA | C2BLGD-R | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Aspen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Apartments at The Mill | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1015 | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
The Brooke by OneWall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Summit Ridge Luxury Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
Bridgeview | 2-Bedroom 1.5-Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.09 |
HIVE | Alpha 2H | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
1320 Hamilton St, Unit apt rear | 1320 Hamilton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
High Pointe Apartments | High Pointe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about City Center
What type of rentals are currently available in City Center?
There are currently 261 Apartments for Rent in City Center, PA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $4,951. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Center ranging from $1,275 to $2,350.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in City Center?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Center ranges from $1,275 to $2,350 with an average monthly rent of $1,811.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in City Center?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in City Center range from $1,350 to $3,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,420 to $2,325. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,615.
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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