Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $700 (39 Rentals)

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518 Tilghman St

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611 N Front St

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Jordan Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jordan Lofts

645 N Jordan StAllentown, PA 18102
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Riverbend Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbend Apartments

250 S Penn StAllentown, PA 18102
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440 N 9th St
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440 N 9th St

440 N 9th StAllentown, PA 18102
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The Farr Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Farr Lofts

739 W Hamilton StAllentown, PA 18101
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Center City, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City area of Allentown, PA is a Studio unit found at 366 West Allen Street priced from $950. 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 apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
366 West Allen StreetModel NameStudio,1BA$950
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,255
Center Square Lofts WestS2 ADAStudio,1BA$1,353
Aspen1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,370
City Center ResidentialS2 ADAStudio,1BA$1,374
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1,410
520 LoftsThe Jackson1BR,1BA$1,478

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA

As of March 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $2.03 price per square foot Large 3BR Loft Style Apartment Model at Riverfront Lofts in the in the West Bethlehem neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 3 BR Model at Penn Crest Apartments starting at $2,145 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Lehigh Parkway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverfront LoftsLarge 3BR Loft Style Apartment3BR,3BA$2.03
Penn Crest Apartments3 BR3BR,2BA$1.65
39 N 15th St, Unit A39 N 15th St1BR,1BA$1.00
117 1/2 N Penn St, Unit 1117 1/2 N Penn St2BR,1BA$1.30
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.48
Summit Ridge Luxury Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.12
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PAV1BR-R1BR,1BA$2.06
HIVEDelta 4HStudio ,1BA$2.27
419 N 2nd St, Unit #1419 N 2nd St1BR,1BA$1.99
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Center City, Allentown, PA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Pennsylvania, including Allentown. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center City is at 366 West Allen Street listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment is $1,255 at Mickley Run Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City is starting from $1,290 at 366 West Allen Street.

What is the most affordable Center City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Center City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Penn Crest Apartments and starts from $2,145.

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