Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,000 (6 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at Mickley Run Apartments priced from $1,255. Strata Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,426. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,255
Strata FlatsS1-EStudio,1BA$1,426
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1,440

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA

As of April 13, 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 Two Bedroom Model at The Brooke by OneWall starting at $1,793 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the West End 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
The Brooke by OneWallTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.59
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 10802BR,2BA$1.92
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.52
419 N 2nd St, Unit #2419 N 2nd St2BR,1BA$1.66
HIVEDelta 5HStudio ,1BA$2.13
520 LoftsThe Jordan1BR,1BA$2.24
1320 Hamilton St, Unit apt rear1320 Hamilton St1BR,1BA$2.03
390 W Greenleaf St, Unit 390 W Greenleaf 1st F390 W Greenleaf St1BR,1BA$1.92
Mickley Run ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City

What type of rentals are currently available in Center City?

There are currently 258 Apartments for Rent in Center City, PA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $4,679. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City ranging from $1,050 to $3,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City ranges from $1,050 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,890.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Center City range from $1,770 to $3,400, 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 $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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