718 Washington St
AllentownPA18102
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929 W Gordon St
AllentownPA18102
324 S Madison St
AllentownPA18102
746 Laufer St
BethlehemPA18015
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AllentownPA18109
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AllentownPA18102
537 Pratt St
AllentownPA18102
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AllentownPA18102
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43 N Ninth St
AllentownPA18101
756 E 5th St
BethlehemPA18015
1010 6th St
CatasauquaPA18032
139 N 7th St, Unit 3R
139 N 7th St
AllentownPA18101
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224 2nd St, Unit 1
224 2nd StCatasauqua, PA 18032
219 N Hall St
AllentownPA18102
212 N Peach St
AllentownPA18102
210 1/2 N Peach St
AllentownPA18102
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114 S 8th St
AllentownPA18101
525 1/2 N Elliger St
AllentownPA18102
44 N 15th St
AllentownPA18102
101 W Race St
CatasauquaPA18032
122 E Goepp St
BethlehemPA18018
1738 W Cedar St
AllentownPA18104
1436 Poplar St
NorthamptonPA18067
250 S Front St
CoplayPA18037
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313 West St
BethlehemPA18018
517 Seneca St, Unit apartment 3
517 Seneca St
BethlehemPA18015
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618 S 5th St, Unit Apt 2
618 S 5th StAllentown, PA 18103
127 N 12th St
AllentownPA18102
1542 Warren St
AllentownPA18102
547 N Silk St
AllentownPA18102
202 N 17th St
AllentownPA18104
1502 E 7th St
BethlehemPA18015
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934 Vernon St
BethlehemPA18015
632 Linden St
BethlehemPA18018
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1631 W Broad St, Unit 1st Floor
1631 W Broad StBethlehem, PA 18018
635 W Green St
AllentownPA18102
3124 N 2nd St
HokendauquaPA18052
24 W Main St
MacungiePA18062
822 Main St, Unit 2 upstairs
822 Main St
BethlehemPA18018
135 S 15th St
AllentownPA18102
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Allentown, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Allentown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,681 | $1,250 | $2,500 |
| Allentown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,300 | $1,375 | $3,000 |
| Allentown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,421 | $1,475 | $3,500 |
| Allentown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,657 | $1,750 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Homes in Allentown, PA
Pricing Updated: 09/27/2026Current rental homes in the Allentown, PA area range in price from $350 to $6,000 with an overall median price of $1,706. The three Allentown neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest Reading at $1,237, College Heights at $1,335, and Outlet District at $1,342. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Allentown Homes for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Reading | $1,237 | $350 | 8 |
| College Heights | $1,335 | $350 | 25 |
| Outlet District | $1,342 | $350 | 20 |
| Queen Anne Historic District | $1,342 | $350 | 25 |
| Penn's Commons | $1,350 | $850 | 33 |
| Southside | $1,350 | $850 | 13 |
| Northeast Reading | $1,375 | $350 | 25 |
| Callowhill | $1,400 | $1,000 | 23 |
| Center City | $1,400 | $850 | 35 |
| Centre Park | $1,400 | $350 | 43 |
Best Value Homes for Rent in Allentown, PA
As of September 28, 2026 the best value rental home in the Allentown area is the $0.94 price per square foot 210 N 8th St Model at 210 N 8th St in the East Side neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Allentown rental home is the 1501 W Turner St Model at 1501 W Turner St in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood starting at $2,000 with a $0.88 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allentown homes based on price per square foot:
| Home Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 210 N 8th St | 210 N 8th St | 4BR, 2.5BA | $0.94 |
| 1501 W Turner St | 1501 W Turner St | 4BR, 1.5BA | $0.88 |
| 6411 Pioneer Dr | 6411 Pioneer Dr | 3BR, 3BA | $1.21 |
| 73 W Greenwich St | 73 W Greenwich St | 3BR, 2BA | $1.10 |
| 6668 Pioneer Dr | 6668 Pioneer Dr | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.40 |
| 835 16th Ave | 835 16th Ave | 3BR, 3BA | $1.38 |
| 932 Kossuth St | 932 Kossuth St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.34 |
| 822 Main St, Unit 2 upstairs | 822 Main St | 2BR, 2BA | $1.06 |
| 1502 E 7th St | 1502 E 7th St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.23 |
| 547 N Silk St | 547 N Silk St | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.30 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Allentown?
There are currently 872 Apartments for Rent in Allentown, PA with pricing that ranges from $885 to $3,724. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Allentown ranging from $1,049 to $4,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Allentown ranges from $1,049 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,115.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Allentown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Allentown range from $1,425 to $3,193, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,375 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,475 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.
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I’m Jodi, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Allentown, Pennsylvania. I grew up in Bethlehem and moved to Allentown after graduating from the University of Delaware.
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.
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