
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Allentown Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $500 (27 Rentals)
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212 N 7th St

1330 Hamilton St

624 Park St

922 Walnut St

312 N 6th St

318-320-320 N 7th St

345 N 5th St

136 N 10th St

Hampshire House

140 N 7th St

1402 Linden St

611 N Front St

830 Chestnut St

23 N Poplar St

Phoebe Apartments, a Senior Living Community
Downtown Allentown, Allentown, PA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Allentown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Allentown Studio Apartments | $1,818 | $1,095 | $2,649 |
Downtown Allentown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $895 | $3,319 |
Downtown Allentown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,214 | $1,195 | $4,682 |
Downtown Allentown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,310 | $1,695 | $3,400 |
Downtown Allentown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Allentown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Allentown area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mickley Run Apartments priced from $1,255. Regency Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,308. Here are the most affordable Downtown Allentown apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mickley Run Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
Regency Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath-870 | 1BR,1BA | $1,308 |
Strata Flats | S1-E | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
HIVE | Delta 5H | Studio,1BA | $1,452 |
520 Lofts | The Jordan | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Elmtowne Gardens | Elmtowne Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Allentown, PA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Allentown 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 Downtown Allentown apartment is the Large 3BR Loft Style Apartment Model at Riverfront Lofts starting at $2,950 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the West Bethlehem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Allentown 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 |
Riverfront Lofts | Large 3BR Loft Style Apartment | 3BR,3BA | $1.99 |
The Brooke by OneWall | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Apartments at The Mill | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1080 | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
Regency Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath-970 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Hampshire House | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
419 N 2nd St, Unit #2 | 419 N 2nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Elmtowne Gardens | Elmtowne Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
390 W Greenleaf St, Unit 390 W Greenleaf 1st F | 390 W Greenleaf St | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
1320 Hamilton St, Unit apt rear | 1320 Hamilton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Allentown, Allentown, PA
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Allentown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Allentown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Allentown is at Strata Flats listed at $1,435.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Allentown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Allentown Apartment is $1,255 at Mickley Run Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Allentown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Allentown is starting from $1,510 at Mickley Run Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Allentown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Allentown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mickley Run Apartments and starts from $1,770.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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