Apartments for Rent in the Southside Lehigh Neighborhood of Allentown, PA (284 Rentals)

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210 1/2 S 17th St, Unit 2
$1,200

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210 1/2 S 17th St, Unit 2

210 1/2 S 17th StAllentown, PA 18104
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202 N 17th St, Unit D
$1,700

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202 N 17th St, Unit D

202 N 17th StAllentown, PA 18104
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2 N 9th St
$1,750 - $2,400

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2 N 9th St

2 N 9th StAllentown, PA 18101
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$2,200

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757 Benton St

AllentownPA18103
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Southside Lehigh, Allentown, PA

Ranked #13

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Allentown. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with kids? this neighborhood is known as a favorite residential area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and access to the best-rated education opportunities for the kids to attend.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and greenspace? this area is providing top-rated access to nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This residential area ranks as one of our preferred luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, maid services, park access, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

This area of Allentown has come to be one of the best-regarded communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Southside Lehigh

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southside Lehigh area of Allentown, PA?

As of today, September 18, 2026, there are currently 284 available Southside Lehigh apartments priced from $950 to $3,684, with an average monthly rent of $1,799.

How much are Studio apartments in Southside Lehigh?

There are currently 85 Studio Apartments in Southside Lehigh with rent ranges from $1,330 to $2,270 with an average price of $1,700.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southside Lehigh Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southside Lehigh ranges from $950 to $3,317 with an average monthly rent of $1,648.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southside Lehigh cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southside Lehigh range from $1,295 to $3,684. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,912.

How expensive are Southside Lehigh Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 41 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southside Lehigh on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,450 to $3,193 - averaging $1,931 for the location.

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