Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,350 (14 Rentals)

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property at 139 N 7th St
$1,400

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Total Monthly Price$1,400
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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139 N 7th St, Unit 2R

139 N 7th St
AllentownPA18101

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property at 202 N 17th St
$1,700
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202 N 17th St

AllentownPA18104

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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 1 Bed unit found at Adelaide Mills Apartments priced from $1,015. 618-620 W Chew Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adelaide Mills Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,015
618-620 W Chew Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,025
621 W Turner St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,100
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
High Pointe ApartmentsHigh Pointe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,285

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA

As of September 07, 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 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1639 West Turner Street starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 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
1639 West Turner Street2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.25
Liberty Park ApartmentsAsh1BR,1BA$1.92
702 St. John Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.45
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.71
140 N. 7th Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.65
223-225 N. Fountain Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.69
Executive Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.86
Adelaide Mills ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.62
Franklin ParkStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.90

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South Side, Allentown, PA

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 324 Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA with pricing that ranges from $885 to $3,193. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $1,350 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 $1,350 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,011.

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 $1,495 to $3,193, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,475 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,199 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

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