
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City View at South Mountain Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $500 (12 Rentals)
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136 N 10th St

935 Jackson St

235 N 7th St

1218 W Turner St

1114 Linden St
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718-718 Washington St

Phoebe Apartments, a Senior Living Community

440 N 9th St

The Nestings - 626 N 22nd

Julian Court

Elmtowne Gardens
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City View at South Mountain, Allentown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City View at South Mountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City View at South Mountain Studio Apartments | $1,533 | $1,200 | $1,915 |
| City View at South Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $795 | $2,065 |
| City View at South Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,250 | $2,700 |
| City View at South Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $1,350 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available City View at South Mountain Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the City View at South Mountain area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elmtowne Gardens priced from $1,055. Franklin Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable City View at South Mountain apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmtowne Gardens | Elmtowne One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Hive | Delta 1H | Studio,1BA | $1,238 |
| Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Strata Flats | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City View at South Mountain, PA
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the City View at South Mountain area is the $0.58 price per square foot 1508 w walnut ave Model at 1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD in the in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value City View at South Mountain apartment is the 711 Chew St Model at 711 Chew St, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City View at South Mountain apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD | 1508 w walnut ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.58 |
| 711 Chew St, Unit 1 | 711 Chew St | 3BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 848 N 16th St, Unit 4 | 848 N 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 128 N 11th St, Unit 3 | 128 N 11th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Center Square Lofts West | A1 ADA | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PA | V2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Elmtowne Gardens | Elmtowne One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Strata Flats | ST1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.22 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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Best Local Schools in City View At South Mountain, Allentown, PA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City View at South Mountain Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in City View at South Mountain?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in City View at South Mountain is under $1,547.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City View at South Mountain?
The cheapest apartment in City View at South Mountain is Elmtowne Gardens which is listed at $1,055, while the average apartment in City View at South Mountain costs $1,645.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City View at South Mountain?
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 View at South Mountain 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 View at South Mountain?
Cheap apartments in City View at South Mountain have an average cost of $363 which is $1,282 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in City View at South Mountain.
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