Cheap Homes for Rent in South Side Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,200 (10 Rentals)

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property at 1853 S Church St

1853 S Church St

AllentownPA18103

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property at 314 N Franklin St

314 N Franklin St

AllentownPA18102

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 Franklin Park priced from $1,200. Society Hill at Lehigh Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,226. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress1BR,1BA$1,226
Allen Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA

As of June 01, 2025 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 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 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
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PAC2BLGD-R2BR,2BA$1.27
Liberty Park at Allentown2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.72
Muhlenberg Lakeview Apartments2B2BR,1BA$1.43
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 10152BR,2BA$1.92
1339 S Howard St, Unit A1339 S Howard St2BR,1BA$1.60
549 S 23rd St, Unit 459549 S 23rd St1BR,1BA$1.28
Whitestone Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 727 sqft1BR,1BA$1.96
1320 Hamilton St, Unit apt rear1320 Hamilton St1BR,1BA$1.85
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 297 Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA with pricing that ranges from $885 to $4,934. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $1,200 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Side ranges from $1,200 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,025.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Side range from $1,525 to $3,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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