
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Emerald, PA from $1,100 (48 Rentals)
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305 4th St

Fairmont Place

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718 E 18th St

730 Crane St

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1001 Crane St

121 E Hillcrest Ln

101 W Race St
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1141 Emmett St

97 E Hillcrest Ln

250 S Front St

127 N 12th St

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1843 Washington Ave

117 E Hillcrest Ln

3124 N 2nd St
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1022 Dogwood St

3523 Mountain View Dr
Emerald, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerald?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Studio Apartments | $1,689 | $1,200 | $2,575 |
| Emerald 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $1,100 | $2,960 |
| Emerald 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,062 | $1,275 | $2,740 |
| Emerald 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,127 | $1,729 | $3,193 |
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Cheapest Available Emerald Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Emerald, PA is a Studio unit found at Franklin Park in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood priced from $1,200. Congress Apartment Homes in the West Bethlehem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,260. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emerald apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Congress Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 670 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| High Pointe Apartments | High Pointe One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Hidden Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1BR/1BA - on the 2nd Fl. | 1BR,1BA | $1,354 |
| Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Fox Meadows Apartments | 1 BR UPPER LEVEL NO BALCONY | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Tremont Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Trexler Park | The Wren | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| The Hamilton at Grand Plaza | Delta 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald, PA and Nearby
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerald area is the $1.62 price per square foot Sequoia I Premium Flooring Model at Autumn Park Apartments in the in the Coldwater Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Emerald apartment is the C2 Model at Fairmont Place starting at $1,829 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerald apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Park Apartments | Sequoia I Premium Flooring | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Fairmont Place | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Penn Crest Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| Lehigh Hills | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Parkland View | The Chester | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Barkley Village Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
| Helfrich Springs | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Hidden Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Congress Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 670 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerald Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerald Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerald Apartment is $1,260 at Congress Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emerald Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emerald is starting from $1,490 at Congress Apartment Homes.
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