Cheap Homes for Rent in South Side Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,000 (6 Rentals)

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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 Franklin Park priced from $1,200. Executive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. 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
Executive Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,300
Devonshire Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,330

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA

As of June 08, 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 1 BR Model at Hampshire House starting at $1,485 with a $1.56 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
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.56
Summit Ridge Luxury ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.21
The HiveAlp1.1HA1BR,1BA$2.04
1017 Hamilton St, Fl 1, Unit 3021017 Hamilton St, Fl 11BR,1BA$1.93
South Mountain Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 700 sqft1BR,1BA$2.19
Executive Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.86
Allen Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$2.15
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90
223 N 16th St, Unit 1223 N 16th St1BR,1BA$2.19

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Side, Allentown, PA

Ranked #12

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 299 Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA with pricing that ranges from $885 to $3,226. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $1,050 to $3,950.

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 $1,050 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,033.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.