Cheap Homes for Rent in City Center Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,100 (13 Rentals)

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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 $1,025. High Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Allen FlatsModel NameStudio,1BA$1,025
High Pointe ApartmentsWhite Top One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
The HiveDelta 1HStudio,1BA$1,372
BridgeviewStudioStudio,1BA$1,480
520 LoftsThe Jordan1BR,1BA$1,565

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, PA

As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.18 price per square foot Large 3BR Loft Model at Riverfront Lofts in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 2D.1.L-S Model at Strata Flats starting at $3,493 with a $2.47 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.
Riverfront LoftsLarge 3BR Loft3BR,2BA$2.18
Strata Flats2D.1.L-S2BR,2BA$2.47
Center Square Lofts WestA1.31BR,1BA$2.27
Jordan View Parke ApartmentsModel A1BR,1BA$2.49
520 LoftsThe Jordan1BR,1BA$2.48
High Pointe ApartmentsWhite Top One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.28
The Hamilton at Grand PlazaDelta 1Studio ,1BA$2.72
The HiveDelta 1HStudio ,1BA$2.67
BridgeviewStudioStudio ,1BA$3.22

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Frequently Asked Questions about City Center

What type of rentals are currently available in City Center?

There are currently 259 Apartments for Rent in City Center, PA with pricing that ranges from $885 to $5,335. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Center ranging from $1,100 to $2,650.

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 $1,100 to $2,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,739.

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 $1,650 to $1,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.

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