Cheap Homes for Rent in the Allentown Neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA from $600 (67 Rentals)

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property at 263 Dunseith St

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6 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

263 Dunseith St

PittsburghPA15213

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 616 Lillian St

$1,250

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$1,250
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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616 Lillian St

PittsburghPA15210

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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property at 114 S 13th St

$1,299

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$1,299
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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114 S 13th St

PittsburghPA15203

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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property at 2829 Sumner St

$1,350

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2829 Sumner St

PittsburghPA15203

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Allentown, Pittsburgh, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Allentown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Allentown area of Pittsburgh, PA is a Studio unit found at Fallowfield Apartments priced from $925. Park View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Allentown apartments for rent in Pittsburgh, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fallowfield ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$925
Park View ApartmentsST-AStudio,1BA$995
Southcrest Heights1BR1BR,1BA$1,015
Terminal 21S3 StudioStudio,1BA$1,224
City View ApartmentsStyle 15Studio,1BA$1,254

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allentown, PA

As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allentown area is the $0.43 price per square foot 2822 Salisbury St Model at 2822 Salisbury St in the in the Crawford-Roberts neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Allentown apartment is the 331 Clarence Street Model at 331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence starting at $1,600 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Allegheny West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allentown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2822 Salisbury St2822 Salisbury St4BR,2BA$0.43
331 Clarence Street, Unit 331 Clarence331 Clarence Street4BR,2BA$0.73
68 S 11th St68 S 11th St2BR,1BA$0.99
1801 Sidney St, Unit 21801 Sidney St4BR,2BA$1.08
1411 W North Avesingle family home3BR,1BA$1.07
2002 E Carson St, Unit 2 A2002 E Carson St2BR,1BA$1.00
3301 Iowa St, Unit Unit 13301 Iowa St3BR,1BA$1.08
128 Cohassett St, Unit 1128 Cohassett St1BR,1.5BA$1.21
2120 Bedford Ave, Unit 12120 Bedford Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
1402 Sarah St, Unit Aprt 31402 Sarah St1BR,1BA$0.90

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pittsburgh's Academic Gems: A Local Expert's University and Housing Guide

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Allentown

What type of rentals are currently available in Allentown?

There are currently 558 Apartments for Rent in Allentown, PA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $6,538. There are also 155 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Allentown ranging from $650 to $7,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Allentown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Allentown ranges from $650 to $7,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,499.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Allentown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Allentown range from $1,050 to $4,318, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $7,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,372 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,495.

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