
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA from $700 (18 Rentals)
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Polk on Third

50 E Broad St

716 E 4th St

815 E 6th St

829 E 4th St
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134 E Broad St

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520 Fiot Ave

Moravian House I

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95 E Broad St

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1039 Mechanic St

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Chelsea Commons
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Downtown Bethlehem, Bethlehem, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bethlehem?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bethlehem Studio Apartments | $1,535 | $1,220 | $1,775 |
| Downtown Bethlehem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $1,295 | $2,200 |
| Downtown Bethlehem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $1,425 | $3,200 |
| Downtown Bethlehem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,289 | $1,700 | $3,300 |
| Downtown Bethlehem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,645 | $1,645 |
| Downtown Bethlehem 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $750 | $2,999 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bethlehem Neighborhood of Bethlehem, PA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bethlehem Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bethlehem area of Bethlehem, PA is a Studio unit found at Polk on Third priced from $1,220. Brighton Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,510. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bethlehem apartments for rent in Bethlehem, PA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polk on Third | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,220 |
| Brighton Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,510 |
| Dream Boyd Theatre | Delta 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| 510 Flats | B.1 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,653 |
| Fred B Rooney Building | Studio/ One Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,671 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bethlehem, PA
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bethlehem area is the $1.41 price per square foot 78 W Market St Model at 78 W Market St, Unit #2 in the in the Northeast Bethlehem neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Downtown Bethlehem apartment is the 4 W Garrison St Model at 4 W Garrison St, Unit 4 West Garrison starting at $1,700 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Northeast Bethlehem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bethlehem apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 W Market St, Unit #2 | 78 W Market St | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 4 W Garrison St, Unit 4 West Garrison | 4 W Garrison St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 1763 Madison Ave | 201 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| 1513 Maple St | 2BA, 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Riverview West Apartments | 2BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Market Flats | M3 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Spring Garden Townhouses | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Waters Edge Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Southside Commons | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| River Run Apartments | 1 Bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Bethlehem, Bethlehem, PA
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
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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 Polk on Third listed at $1,220.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bethlehem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bethlehem Apartment is $1,365 at Polk on Third.
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 $1,840 at Northfield Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Bethlehem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Bethlehem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northfield Apartments and starts from $2,350.
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