
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $500 (25 Rentals)
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Hampshire House

1517 W Turner St

Franklin Park

113 N West St

740 N 19th St
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6 N 17th St

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Tremont Apartments

430 N Marshall St

735b N 22nd St

Trexler Park

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1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD, Unit 2nd floor 3BD

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1337 W Livingston St, Unit 1337 W Livingston St Apt 3, Unit 1337 W Livingston St Apt 3

442 S 18th St

1804 Livingston St

848 N 16th St, Unit Apt 4

848 N 16th St, Unit 4, Unit 4
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10 N 17th St

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The Nestings - 626 N 22nd

Julian Court

Muhlenberg Lakeview Apartments

2110 W Walnut Street
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Westmount Apartments
West End, Allentown, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Studio Apartments | $1,767 | $1,200 | $2,485 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,095 | $2,625 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,220 | $2,770 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,695 | $2,566 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West End Neighborhood of Allentown, PA.
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Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at Franklin Park priced from $1,200. Tremont Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Tremont Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Trexler Park | The Wren | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| The Lakes | The Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, PA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End 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 West End apartment is the 848 N 16th St Model at 848 N 16th St, Unit 4 starting at $1,750 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD | 1508 w walnut ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.58 |
| 848 N 16th St, Unit 4 | 848 N 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Lakes | The Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Trexler Park West | The Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Trexler Park | The Wren | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PA | V1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
| Tremont Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest End, Allentown, PA
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Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West End, Allentown, PA
William Allen High School
Francis D Raub Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West End?
The cheapest apartment in West End is Tremont Apartments which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in West End costs $1,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West End?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in West End that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West End?
Cheap apartments in West End have an average cost of $113 which is $1,737 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West End.
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