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Allentown, PA

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Live in the heart of the Lehigh Valley

Historic Dynamic Cultured Family-Friendly Active Riverside

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Allentown is the place to be, with its rich historic character, growing economy, and many affordable apartments available for rent. Allentown is the third most populous city in Pennsylvania, behind Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, and considered to be one of the fastest-growing cities in the state. Located in the Lehigh Valley, it shares the area with two other burgeoning cities, Bethlehem and Easton. Allentown is central to numerous major cities as well, situated only 55 miles from Philadelphia, 85 miles from Harrisburg, 96 miles from New York City, and 152 miles from Baltimore.

Allentown is separated into five districts: the Center City, East Side, South Side, the Wards, and the West End. Allentown’s local art community is centered on 7th Street and Hamilton Street in Center City, touting a bevy of eclectic shops, boutiques, eateries, and performance venues. The West End Theatre District is a popular spot for renters, offering easy access to Muhlenberg College, Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown Fairgrounds, and the Fairgrounds Farmers Market.

There’s always plenty to do in Allentown. Residents and visitors alike explore the extensive exhibits at the Liberty Bell Museum, American Wheels Museum, and Da Vinci Science Center. Opportunities for outdoor recreation abound at Lehigh Parkway, Trexler Memorial Park, and the many wooded areas that surround the city. Shopping options range from independent shops in downtown to national retailers in Lehigh Valley Mall. Convenience to I-78, I-476, U.S. 22, and Lehigh Valley International Airport affords many Allentown residents simple commutes and travels.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Allentown, PA is $1,212 for a studio, $1,413 for one bedroom, $1,775 for two bedrooms, and $2,094 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Allentown has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,413/month
702 Sq Ft
House
$2,364/month
1,612 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,130/month
1,548 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Kratzer School

Public

Grades K-5

483 Students

8
out of 10

Cetronia School

Public

Grades K-5

482 Students

8
out of 10

Parkway Manor School

Public

Grades K-5

530 Students

7
out of 10

Lehigh Park El School

Public

Grades K-5

278 Students

7
out of 10

Hiram W Dodd Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

636 Students

6
out of 10

Springhouse Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,344 Students

9
out of 10

Salisbury Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

479 Students

5
out of 10

South Mountain Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,007 Students

3
out of 10

Trexler Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

820 Students

3
out of 10

Harrison-Morton Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

733 Students

3
out of 10

Parkland Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,220 Students

7
out of 10

Salisbury Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

524 Students

5
out of 10

William Allen High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,852 Students

2
out of 10

Louis E Dieruff High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,915 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Da Vinci Science Center
  • Pool Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Lost River Caverns
  • Lehigh Valley Zoo
  • Flint Hill Farm Educational Center

Airports

  • Lehigh Valley International

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Living in Allentown

Restaurants

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With over 1,000 restaurants in Allentown, you are sure to find your favorite place to grab a bite to eat when finding an apartment in the city. Enjoy Middle Eastern food at Damascus Restaurant, grab a beer and a meal at the Allentown Brew Works, or dine at the many other fine restaurants, pubs and sandwich shops. There is something for everyone from good ol' fashion American cuisine to ethnic Mexican, Greek, Chinese and Vietnamese delights.

Transportation

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Getting around Allentown from your apartment is an easy trip. Allentown has a walkable downtown area where you can reach most businesses and shops by hoofing it or bicycling along the tree-lined streets. Allentown, PA also has a a bus system called LANta which services the cities of Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton and surrounding municipalities. There are 23 fixed routes and 10 special routes. Some offer everyday service and others operate during certain times of the year - such as extra bus routes available only during the school year.

In addition to the LANta bus service, there is also the shared ride service available by reservation called the LANtaFlex. You can travel through a designated curb-to-curb area or use the service to reach a location point that is serviced through the bus system. If you require special door-to-door service due to a disability or for the elderly, you can use the LANtaVan service.

Shopping

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There are numerous malls and shopping centers in the Lehigh Valley region for people living in Allentown as well as in Bethlehem and Easton. In Allentown itself, the South Mall has 55 stores, from small boutiques to larger designer clothing stores. For a larger shopping experience, you can head out to the Lehigh Valley Mall located north of Allentown in the city of Whitehall as it is the largest shopping center in Lehigh Valley. There are 150 stores, from nationally-recognized clothing stores to smaller boutiques.

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