Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Lehigh Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $500 (16 Rentals)

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Riverbend Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbend Apartments

250 S Penn StAllentown, PA 18102
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Julian Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Julian Court

1521 W Union StAllentown, PA 18102
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The Farr Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Farr Lofts

739 W Hamilton StAllentown, PA 18101
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Mill Run Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mill Run Apartments

251 Powder Mill LnEmmaus, PA 18049
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Southside Lehigh, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southside Lehigh Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside Lehigh area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Society Hill at Lehigh Park priced from $1,226. South Mountain Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,335. Here are the most affordable Southside Lehigh apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress1BR,1BA$1,226
South Mountain Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1,335
High Pointe ApartmentsHigh Pointe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Strata FlatsST1Studio,1BA$1,452
Whitestone Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 727 sqft1BR,1BA$1,455

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside Lehigh, PA

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside Lehigh 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 Southside Lehigh apartment is the Large 3BR Loft Style Apartment Model at Riverfront Lofts starting at $2,750 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the West Bethlehem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside Lehigh 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
Riverfront LoftsLarge 3BR Loft Style Apartment3BR,3BA$1.90
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PAC2BLGD-R2BR,2BA$1.27
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom w/ Loft - 12752BR,2BA$1.75
Cedar Glen ApartmentsThe Lafayette2BR,1.5BA$1.75
Liberty Park at Allentown2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.72
Muhlenberg Lakeview Apartments2B2BR,1BA$1.43
549 S 23rd St, Unit 459549 S 23rd St1BR,1BA$1.28
Allen Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.84
South Mountain Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southside Lehigh, Allentown, PA

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Allentown, PA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Allentown. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Southside Lehigh Neighborhood in Allentown, PA

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Lehigh Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southside Lehigh?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southside Lehigh is at Strata Flats listed at $1,465.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Lehigh Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Lehigh Apartment is $1,276 at Society Hill at Lehigh Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southside Lehigh Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southside Lehigh is starting from $1,475 at Muhlenberg Lakeview Apartments.

What is the most affordable Southside Lehigh Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southside Lehigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at High Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,900.

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