Cheap Homes for Rent in City Center Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $1,300 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, PA

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center 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 City Center 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 City Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverfront LoftsLarge 3BR Loft Style Apartment3BR,3BA$2.03
Highland Gardens Apartments, Allentown PAC2BLGD-R2BR,2BA$1.45
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 10152BR,2BA$2.00
The Brooke by OneWallOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.87
419 N 2nd St, Unit #2419 N 2nd St2BR,1BA$1.66
Bridgeview2-Bedroom 1.5-Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$2.14
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
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03
High Pointe ApartmentsHigh Pointe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about City Center

What type of rentals are currently available in City Center?

There are currently 263 Apartments for Rent in City Center, PA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $4,720. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Center ranging from $1,375 to $2,395.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Center ranges from $1,375 to $2,395 with an average monthly rent of $1,880.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in City Center range from $1,350 to $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $2,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

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