Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City Lehigh Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $700 (5 Rentals)

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Center City Lehigh, Allentown, PA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,250
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,255
HIVEDelta 5HStudio,1BA$1,368

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City Lehigh, PA

As of May 02, 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 $2,025 with a $1.45 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1508 w walnut ave, Unit 2nd floor 3BD1508 w walnut ave3BR,1.5BA$0.58
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PAC2BLGD-R2BR,2BA$1.45
Aspen2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.18
The Brooke by OneWallTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.85
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 10152BR,2BA$1.92
Bridgeview2-Bedroom 1.5-Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$2.09
HIVEDelta 5HStudio ,1BA$2.00
1320 Hamilton St, Unit apt rear1320 Hamilton St1BR,1BA$2.08
390 W Greenleaf St, Unit 390 W Greenleaf 1st F390 W Greenleaf St1BR,1BA$1.92
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.95

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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City Lehigh

What type of rentals are currently available in Center City Lehigh?

There are currently 279 Apartments for Rent in Center City Lehigh, PA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $4,741. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City Lehigh ranging from $700 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center City Lehigh?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City Lehigh ranges from $700 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,874.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Center City Lehigh?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Center City Lehigh range from $1,350 to $3,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

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