1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Allentown, PA (368 Rentals)

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property at 948 N Front St

948 N Front St

AllentownPA18102
property at 140 N 7th St

140 N 7th St

AllentownPA18101
property at 39-41 N 11th St

39-41 N 11th St

AllentownPA18101

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Allentown 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 27, 2025

There are currently 3051 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Allentown, PA that range in price from $800 to $3,724. Hellertown Saucon Valley, Cumberland Gardens and West Bethlehem are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Allentown with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Hellertown Saucon Valley229$1,650$895
Cumberland Gardens82$1,875$1,025
West Bethlehem78$1,650$1,000
6th Ward73$1,490$895
Lehigh Parkway68$1,656$950
Overlook Park68$1,472$895
The Reserve at Gwynedd68$1,947$975
Historic Conservation District North Side67$1,860$1,000
Northeast Bethlehem67$1,865$1,100
1st Ward65$1,466$895

Largest Available Allentown 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Allentown, PA is found at The Hamilton at Grand Plaza in the East Side neighborhood and is 1,350 square feet priced from $2,615. 691 Trump St in the West Bethlehem neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,300 square feet and currently listed start at $1,875. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Allentown:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Hamilton at Grand PlazaAlpha 11,350 Sq Ft$2,615
691 Trump St4th Floor1,300 Sq Ft$1,875
Saucon SquareMaple1,060 Sq Ft$2,325
Woodmont MewsLafayette1,058 Sq Ft$1,885
City Center Residential1A.L-S1,030 Sq Ft$2,104
STRATA Symphony1A.L-S1,030 Sq Ft$2,095
The Mills1 BEDROOM1,016 Sq Ft$1,900
Spring ViewPalm934 Sq Ft$1,965

Cheapest Available Allentown 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Allentown, PA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $1,090 at 366 West Allen Street in the East Side neighborhood. The second most affordable Allentown 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Orchard Hills starting at $1,100 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Allentown is currently $1,758. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Allentown:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
366 West Allen Street1 Bed, 1 bath$1,090
Orchard Hills1 Bedroom$1,100
Sherwood ApartmentsSherwood Town and Country$1,105
Hidden Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,210
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,255
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress$1,262
Congress Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 670 sqft$1,280
Lehigh ValleyOne bedroom$1,295

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Allentown Overview

Immortalized in the Billy Joel song but offering so much more than just a working class anthem, Allentown apartments represent some of the best living in the entire state of Pennsylvania. The third most populated city in the state, and filled to the brim with exciting amenities as well as plenty of natural splendor, Allentown is a great place to call home.

Why live in Allentown, PA?

With a proud tradition of blue collar workmanship and easy small town charm, Allentown is a great mix of city and country. The area forests are a nature lover's dream, with numerous footpaths and wildlife to be found, while the city itself offers a winning mix of nightclubs, restaurants and shopping, making it a cut above smaller locales. Area schools are well-regarded, making the city a great place for families, and the easy commute to Philadelphia and New York yield an ideal location for those eager for a larger job market.

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Getting Around Allentown, PA

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Allentown Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Allentown with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Allentown is at 366 West Allen Street listed at $1,090.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Allentown Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Allentown is $1,758.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Allentown Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Allentown is a 1,350 square feet unit starting from $2,615 at The Hamilton at Grand Plaza.

What is the average size for Allentown 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Allentown is currently 742 sq ft.

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