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417 N Ninth St

243 W High St

1438 W Turner St

206 N 2nd St
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101 W Race St

814 Washington St

204 N 2nd St

551 Sumner Ct

142 4th St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Emerald?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,750 | $1,850 |
| Emerald 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,107 | $975 | $3,350 |
| Emerald 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,833 | $1,600 | $4,800 |
| Emerald 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,783 | $2,200 | $3,950 |
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Cheapest Available Emerald Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Emerald, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Orchard Hills in the East Side neighborhood priced from $1,125. Congress Apartment Homes in the West Bethlehem neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,170. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emerald apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Hills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Congress Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 670 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald, PA and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerald area is the $1.78 price per square foot Oak Model at Spring View in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $2,440. The second greatest value Emerald apartment is the The Lehigh Model at Parkland View starting at $2,080 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Coldwater Crossing 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring View | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Parkland View | The Lehigh | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Lehigh Hills | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Hidden Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Orchard Hills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Lehigh Valley | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Highland Gardens Apartments | V1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Congress Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 670 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Emerald?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Emerald, PA with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $3,226. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emerald ranging from $975 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Emerald?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Emerald ranges from $975 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,990.
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