Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA from $700 (28 Rentals)

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Moravian House I
1 Bedroom Apartments

Moravian House I

737 Main StBethlehem, PA 18018
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Phoenix Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Phoenix Building

2 W Broad StBethlehem, PA 18018
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Polk on 3rd
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Polk on 3rd

310 E 3rd StBethlehem, PA 18015
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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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432 Stoneman St
2 Bedroom Apartments

432 Stoneman St

432 Stoneman StBethlehem, PA 18015
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1039 Mechanic St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1039 Mechanic St

1039 Mechanic StBethlehem, PA 18015
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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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940 Cherokee St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

940 Cherokee St

940 Cherokee StFountain Hill, PA 18015
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Downtown Bethlehem, Bethlehem, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Bethlehem Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bethlehem area of Bethlehem, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Waters Edge Apartments priced from $1,430. Parkhurst Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bethlehem apartments for rent in Bethlehem, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waters Edge Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$1,430
Parkhurst ApartmentsFall Special: Half off second month! Updated 2 ...2BR,1BA$1,499
Fred B Rooney BuildingStudio/ One BathStudio,1BA$1,625
Dream Boyd TheatreDelta 1Studio,1BA$1,699
Riverview West Apartments2BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,750
Brinker Lofts2042BR,1BA$1,825
Northfield Apartments2 BR2BR,1BA$1,955
The Pinnacle @ 65The Summit 72BR,2BA$2,030

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bethlehem, PA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bethlehem area is the $1.76 price per square foot 201 Model at 1763 Madison Ave in the in the Northeast Bethlehem neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Downtown Bethlehem apartment is the 2BR, 1 Bath Model at Riverview West Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the West Bethlehem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bethlehem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1763 Madison Ave2012BR,2BA$1.76
Riverview West Apartments2BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.43
Saucon SquareHickory2BR,2BA$1.96
328 Polk St, Unit Unit 4328 Polk StStudio ,1BA$0.88
Northfield Apartments2 BR2BR,1BA$1.82
The Pinnacle @ 65The Summit 72BR,2BA$1.89
Southside Commons4X24BR,2BA$1.19
514 Main St, Unit Apt #2514 Main St2BR,1BA$1.65
Waters Edge Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$1.51
Brinker Lofts3052BR,1BA$2.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Bethlehem, Bethlehem, PA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood in Bethlehem, PA

Walk Score®

83 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bethlehem Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Bethlehem?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Bethlehem is at Fred B Rooney Building listed at $1,625.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bethlehem Apartment is $1,774 at Dream Boyd Theatre.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Bethlehem is starting from $1,430 at Waters Edge Apartments.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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