
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $950 (43 Rentals)


830 Chestnut St

Hampshire House

Hamilton Linden Gardens

1620-1/2 W Chew St

918 W Turner St

325 N Eighth St

37 S 13th St
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35 N Fulton St

734 W Gordon St, Unit 734 West Gordon Street 1

831 Walnut St

Lehigh Square

Executive Apartments

342 N Eighth St

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High Pointe Apartments

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1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 302
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915 S Front St

740 N 19th St

Society Hill at Lehigh Park

South Mountain Apartment Homes

Devonshire Park Apartments

Allen Gardens Apartments

Bridgeview

Phoebe Apartments, a Senior Living Community
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Allentown Center Square 62+ Senior Living

West Turner Residences 62+

Riverbend Apartments

417 N Ninth St

Julian Court

Washington Crossing

Hamilton East Apartments

The Adelaide
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Sheffield Square Apartments

Elmtowne Gardens

Brookdale Gardens Apartments

Arborview Tower (62+ Senior Living)

The Farr Lofts

Wynnewood Greens

Arbor Village Apartments

628-633 S Fawn St
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The Hive

Relix Ridge Apartments
South Side, Allentown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side Studio Apartments | $1,525 | $885 | $1,990 |
South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $950 | $2,445 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $1,295 | $3,200 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,927 | $1,500 | $3,226 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Side, Allentown, PA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Side, Allentown, PA
South Mountain Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Side?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Side is at The Adelaide listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment is $1,200 at The Adelaide.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Side is starting from $1,200 at The Adelaide.
What is the most affordable South Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Adelaide and starts from $1,200.
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