Cheap Homes for Rent in South Side Neighborhood of Allentown, PA from $800 (5 Rentals)

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144 Hamilton St

AllentownPA18109

South Side, Allentown, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side area of Allentown, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Society Hill at Lehigh Park priced from $1,317. Regency Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,342. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Allentown, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Society Hill at Lehigh ParkCypress1BR,1BA$1,317
Regency Towers1 Bedroom 1 Bath-8701BR,1BA$1,342
South Mountain Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1,370

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side 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 South Side apartment is the Large 3BR Loft Style Apartment Model at Riverfront Lofts starting at $2,950 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the West Bethlehem neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side 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
Riverfront LoftsLarge 3BR Loft Style Apartment3BR,3BA$2.03
Liberty Park at Allentown2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.74
Apartments at The Mill2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 10802BR,2BA$1.92
Austin Street Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
Regency Towers1 Bedroom 1 Bath-9701BR,1BA$1.59
Hampshire House1 BR1BR,1BA$1.52
Elmtowne GardensElmtowne Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.73
Whitestone Village Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom- 864 sqft2BR,1BA$1.86
1320 Hamilton St, Unit apt rear1320 Hamilton St1BR,1BA$2.03

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 289 Apartments for Rent in South Side, PA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $4,668. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $800 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Side ranges from $800 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,924.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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