Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Lehigh Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $500 (73 Rentals)

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South Mountain Apartment Homes
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$1,390 - $3,219
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$1,315 - $3,144
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$75
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$1,390 - $3,219
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

South Mountain Apartment Homes

2414 Prospect AveAllentown, PA 18103
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Bridgeview
$1,435 - $2,190
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$1,395 - $2,150
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$40
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$1,435 - $2,190
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Bridgeview

701 Harrison StAllentown, PA 18103
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$1,295 - $1,495

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6 N 17th St

AllentownPA18104
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139 S Lumber St, Unit 2
$1,620
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$1,620
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$1,620
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139 S Lumber St, Unit 2

139 S Lumber StAllentown, PA 18101
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Regency Towers
$1,671 - $3,283
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$1,588 - $3,200
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$83
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$1,671 - $3,283
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Regency Towers

1600 Lehigh Pky EAllentown, PA 18103
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Terrain on the Parkway
$1,890 - $3,285
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$1,825 - $3,220
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$65
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$1,890 - $3,285
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Terrain on the Parkway

1625 Lehigh Pky EAllentown, PA 18103
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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 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Julian Court

1521 W Union StAllentown, PA 18102
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Trout Run Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trout Run Apartments

820 W Tioga StAllentown, PA 18103
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Wynnewood Greens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wynnewood Greens

2415 Allenbrook DrAllentown, PA 18103
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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 2 Beds unit found at Muhlenberg Lakeview Apartments priced from $1,200. Center Square Lofts West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,208. Here are the most affordable Southside Lehigh apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Muhlenberg Lakeview Apartments2B2BR,1BA$1,200
Center Square Lofts WestS1Studio,1BA$1,208
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress1BR,1BA$1,235
Executive Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,300
Colonial Crest ApartmentsOne Bedroom Traditional1BR,1BA$1,315
Devonshire Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,330
South Mountain Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1,355
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,380
BridgeviewStudioStudio,1BA$1,435

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside Lehigh, PA

As of April 06, 2026 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 Beta 1 Model at The Hamilton at Grand Plaza starting at $2,700 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the East Side 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
The Hamilton at Grand PlazaBeta 12BR,2BA$1.91
1210 W Turner St1210 W Turner St2BR,2BA$1.84
Muhlenberg Lakeview Apartments2B2BR,1BA$1.16
139 S Lumber St, Unit 2139 S Lumber St2BR,1BA$1.62
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.56
Allen Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.93
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkElm2BR,1.5BA$1.84
Executive Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.86
39 S 10th St, Unit 339 S 10th StStudio ,1BA$1.65

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Southside Lehigh, Allentown, PA

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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 Devonshire Park Apartments listed at $1,330.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Lehigh Apartment is $1,238 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 $1,200 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 Devonshire Park Apartments and starts from $2,000.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.