Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Allentown Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $500 (31 Rentals)

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AllentownPA18102

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Overlook Park
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Overlook Park

445 Hanover AveAllentown, PA 18109
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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
1 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 Apartments

440 N 9th St

440 N 9th StAllentown, PA 18102
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Julian Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Julian Court

1521 W Union StAllentown, PA 18102
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The Farr Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Farr Lofts

739 W Hamilton StAllentown, PA 18101
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Downtown Allentown, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Allentown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Allentown area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Franklin Park priced from $1,200. Elmtowne Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Allentown apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,250
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,255
High Pointe ApartmentsHigh Pointe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Strata FlatsST1Studio,1BA$1,418
Allen Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Center Square Lofts WestS2.1Studio,1BA$1,525
Aspen2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Allentown, PA

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Allentown 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 Downtown Allentown 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 Downtown Allentown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD1508 w walnut ave3BR,1.5BA$0.58
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PAC2BLGD-R2BR,2BA$1.27
Aspen2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.18
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 10152BR,2BA$1.92
The Brooke by OneWallOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.74
HIVEAlpha 1H1BR,1BA$2.06
1320 Hamilton St, Unit apt rear1320 Hamilton St1BR,1BA$2.08
390 W Greenleaf St, Unit 390 W Greenleaf 1st F390 W Greenleaf St1BR,1BA$1.92
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.95
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90

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Downtown Allentown, Allentown, PA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Pennsylvania including Downtown Allentown, Allentown, and the greater Allentown area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Allentown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Allentown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Allentown is at Franklin Park listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Allentown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Allentown Apartment is $1,250 at Elmtowne Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Allentown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Allentown is starting from $1,475 at Elmtowne Gardens.

What is the most affordable Downtown Allentown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Allentown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Franklin Park and starts from $1,750.

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