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AllentownPA18102

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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
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress1BR,1BA$1,347

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA

As of July 23, 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 1422 Hamilton St Model at 1422 Hamilton St, Unit Basement Unit starting at $800 with a $0.67 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
1422 Hamilton St, Unit Basement Unit1422 Hamilton St2BR,1BA$0.67
218 N 5th St, Unit 2218 N 5th St2BR,1BA$1.76
HIVEAlpha 2H1BR,1BA$2.00
Whitestone Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 727 sqft1BR,1BA$1.91
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress1BR,1BA$1.85
Executive Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.86
Allen Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90
High Pointe ApartmentsHigh Pointe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 298 Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $5,345. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $1,100 to $6,500.

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 $1,100 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,089.

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 $1,395 to $3,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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