
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Lehigh Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $700 (30 Rentals)
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809-811-811 Linden St

430 W Turner St

116 N 11th St

105 S 12th St

946 W Maple St

1233 W Chew St

435 N 6th St

42 N Eighth St

32 S Franklin St
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Hampshire House

620 W Chew St

402 Ridge Ave

140 N 7th St

39-41 N 11th St

914 W Chew St

312 N 6th St
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Mickley Run Apartments
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Center City Lehigh, Allentown, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City Lehigh?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Center City Lehigh Studio Apartments | $1,656 | $900 | $2,227 |
Center City Lehigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $900 | $2,720 |
Center City Lehigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,291 | $1,200 | $4,903 |
Center City Lehigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,027 | $1,350 | $3,100 |
Center City Lehigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $1,615 | $1,615 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center City Lehigh Neighborhood of Allentown, PA.
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Cheapest Available Center City Lehigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City Lehigh area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elmtowne Gardens priced from $1,250. Mickley Run Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,255. Here are the most affordable Center City Lehigh apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Elmtowne Gardens | Elmtowne One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
Strata Flats | ST1 | Studio,1BA | $1,424 |
Center Square Lofts West | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
Bridgeview | 1-Bedroom 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
HIVE | Alpha 2H | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
Aspen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,645 |
The Hamilton at Grand Plaza | Alpha 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,665 |
Riverfront Lofts | Large 1BR Loft Style Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City Lehigh, PA
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City Lehigh area is the $0.58 price per square foot 1508 w walnut ave Model at 1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD in the in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Center City Lehigh apartment is the C2BLGD-R Model at Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PA starting at $1,775 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City Lehigh apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD | 1508 w walnut ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.58 |
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PA | C2BLGD-R | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Aspen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Apartments at The Mill | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1015 | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
The Brooke by OneWall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Elmtowne Gardens | Elmtowne Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
HIVE | Alpha 1H | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Riverfront Lofts | Large 1BR Loft Style Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
1320 Hamilton St, Unit apt rear | 1320 Hamilton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center City Lehigh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center City Lehigh?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center City Lehigh is at Center Square Lofts West listed at $1,435.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Lehigh Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Lehigh Apartment is $1,255 at Mickley Run Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center City Lehigh Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City Lehigh is starting from $1,475 at Elmtowne Gardens.
What is the most affordable Center City Lehigh Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Center City Lehigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mickley Run Apartments and starts from $1,770.
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