
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Fairgounds Historic District Allentown, PA from $700 (64 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old Fairgounds Historic District area of Allentown.


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39 S 10th St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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223 N 16th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

420 N 4th St

Hampshire House

445-447 Linden St

450 Maple St

1517 W Turner St

139 N 10th St

739 N 5th St
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423 Liberty St

325 N Eighth St

Franklin Park

450-452 W Maple St

36 S 10th St

37 S 13th St

425 Liberty St

101-103 N Eighth St

924 W Chew St

Allen Flats
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906 N 4th St

644 N 10th St

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1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 302, Unit 302

818 Walnut St

1139 Linden St

120 N 4th St

222 N 12th St

347 N 7th St

1015 Hamilton St

209 N Eighth St
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1046 Walnut St

The Hamilton at Grand Plaza

Auburn Station a Secluded Gated Community

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117 1/2 N Penn St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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139 S Lumber St, Unit 2, Unit 2

917 W Turner St

Jordan View Parke Apartments

1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD, Unit 2nd floor 3BD

Allentown Center Square 62+ Senior Living

West Turner Residences 62+
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Jordan Lofts

Riverbend Apartments

440 N 9th St

417 N Ninth St

Walnut Street Commons

Hamilton East Apartments

The Hive

Arborview Tower (62+ Senior Living)

520 Lofts

438 N 7th St
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Old Fairgounds Historic District, Allentown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Fairgounds Historic District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Fairgounds Historic District Studio Apartments | $1,217 | $885 | $1,585 |
| Old Fairgounds Historic District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $1,095 | $2,125 |
| Old Fairgounds Historic District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $1,295 | $2,700 |
| Old Fairgounds Historic District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,500 | $3,300 |
| Old Fairgounds Historic District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,550 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Old Fairgounds Historic District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Fairgounds Historic District area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Franklin Park priced from $1,200. Allen Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Old Fairgounds Historic District apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Allen Flats | Model Name | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 520 Lofts | The Canal | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1BR/1BA - Ground Level. | 1BR,1BA | $1,354 |
| Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Strata Flats | 1A1-E | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| The Hamilton at Grand Plaza | Delta 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Fairgounds Historic District, PA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Fairgounds Historic District 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 Old Fairgounds Historic District apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/ Loft - 1275 Model at Apartments at The Mill starting at $2,336 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Fairgounds Historic District 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 |
| Apartments at The Mill | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/ Loft - 1275 | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| 117 1/2 N Penn St, Unit UNIT 2 | 117 1/2 N Penn St | 4BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Center Square Lofts West | TH | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| 139 S Lumber St, Unit 2 | 139 S Lumber St | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Riverfront Lofts | Riverfront Loft 11 | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Hive | Alpha 1H | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 302 | 1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Fairgounds Historic District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Fairgounds Historic District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Fairgounds Historic District is at Franklin Park listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Fairgounds Historic District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Fairgounds Historic District Apartment is $1,354 at Parkview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Fairgounds Historic District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Fairgounds Historic District is starting from $1,550 at Franklin Park.
What is the most affordable Old Fairgounds Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Old Fairgounds Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Franklin Park and starts from $1,750.
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