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1600 Lehigh Pky EAllentown, PA 18103
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South Side, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Adelaide Mills Apartments priced from $990. Franklin Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adelaide Mills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$990
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
High Pointe ApartmentsHigh Pointe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,285
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkMaple1BR,1BA$1,297
Executive Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,300
520 LoftsThe DixonStudio,1BA$1,304
Devonshire Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,330
Hamilton Linden GardensHamilton - Deluxe 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,335
The HiveDelta 1HStudio,1BA$1,341
Allen Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Side 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 South Side apartment is the Cedar Model at Liberty Park Apartments starting at $2,050 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side 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
Liberty Park ApartmentsCedar2BR,2BA$1.68
333 N 16th St, Unit 2nd floor333 N 16th St3BR,2BA$1.47
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.56
Hamilton Linden GardensHamilton - Deluxe 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.55
Executive Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.86
1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 3021017 Hamilton St, Fl 11BR,1BA$1.93
Adelaide Mills Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.57
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkMaple1BR,1BA$2.04

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Side, Allentown, and the greater Allentown area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 Adelaide Mills Apartments listed at $990.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment is $1,015 at Adelaide Mills Apartments.

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 $1,400 at Executive Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Live Local, Spend Less: Your Guide to Affordable Allentown Neighborhoods

Written by: Jodi I

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.