Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Bethlehem Neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA from $795 (29 Rentals)

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property at 636 N New St

$1,495

1 Bedroom Rentals

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636 N New St

BethlehemPA18018

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property at 507 Main St

$1,625

1 Bedroom Rentals

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507 Main St

BethlehemPA18018
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Moravian House I
1 Bedroom Apartments

Moravian House I

737 Main StBethlehem, PA 18018
  • Utilities Included

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Phoenix Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Phoenix Building

2 W Broad StBethlehem, PA 18018
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95 E Broad St
Studio Apartments

95 E Broad St

95 E Broad StBethlehem, PA 18018
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Madison Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Madison Apartments

201 Hillmond StBethlehem, PA 18017
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Laros Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Laros Lofts

650 E North StBethlehem, PA 18018
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Chelsea Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chelsea Commons

1325 Chelsea AveBethlehem, PA 18018
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743-745 Center St
2 Bedroom Apartments

743-745 Center St

743-745 Center StBethlehem, PA 18018
property at 822 Main St

$1,795

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$1,795

Total Monthly Price
$1,795

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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822 Main St, Unit 2 upstairs

822 Main St
BethlehemPA18018

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property at 125 E Broad St

$1,800

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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125 E Broad St, Unit Basement

125 E Broad St
BethlehemPA18018

Central Bethlehem, Bethlehem, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Bethlehem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Bethlehem area of Allentown, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at 57 E Garrison - FOR SALE priced from $1,450. Dream Boyd Theatre has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,087. Here are the most affordable Central Bethlehem apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
57 E Garrison - FOR SALE2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,450
Dream Boyd TheatreAlpha 81BR,1BA$2,087
Market FlatsM1 2x22BR,2BA$2,418

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Bethlehem, PA

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Bethlehem area is the $2.13 price per square foot M1 2x2 Model at Market Flats in the in the Northeast Bethlehem neighborhood starting from $2,418. The second greatest value Central Bethlehem apartment is the Alpha 8 Model at Dream Boyd Theatre starting at $2,087 with a $3.57 price per square foot in the Northeast Bethlehem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Bethlehem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Market FlatsM1 2x22BR,2BA$2.13
Dream Boyd TheatreAlpha 81BR,1BA$3.57

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Bethlehem Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Bethlehem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Bethlehem Apartment is $2,087 at Dream Boyd Theatre.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Bethlehem Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Bethlehem is starting from $1,450 at 57 E Garrison - FOR SALE.

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I’m Jodi, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Allentown, Pennsylvania. I grew up in Bethlehem and moved to Allentown after graduating from the University of Delaware.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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