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68 W Center St

5817 Werleys Corner Rd

101 W Race St
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1070 Aspen St

637 Lehigh Ave

1122 Fullerton Ave

4631 Lehigh Dr
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936 N 6th 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 | $1,773 | $1,600 | $2,000 |
| Emerald 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,438 | $1,200 | $3,100 |
| Emerald 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,028 | $1,795 | $2,295 |
| Emerald 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,787 | $2,000 | $4,700 |
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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. Franklin Park in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. 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 |
| Franklin Park | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Congress Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 670 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald, PA and Nearby
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerald area is the $1.89 price per square foot 2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom | 1,159 sqft Model at Terrain on the Parkway in the in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Emerald apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Allendale Apartments starting at $1,980 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the West Bethlehem 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrain on the Parkway | 2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom | 1,159 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Allendale Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.76 |
| Lehigh Hills | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Lakes | The Belmont | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Helfrich Springs | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Orchard Hills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Fox Meadows Apartments | 1 BR, TERRACE, NO BALCONY | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Lehigh Valley | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 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 $3,370. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emerald ranging from $1,200 to $4,700.
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 $1,200 to $4,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,243.
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