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509 1/2 N Railroad St, Allentown, PA 18102, USA|6th Ward
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Amenities for 509 1/2 N Railroad St, 6th Ward
Apartment Amenities
| Baseboard | Electric Heating |
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| Outdoor Space |
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| Architecture Style: Colonial | Five Rooms |
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About 509 1/2 N Railroad St
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This listing is 32% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in 6th Ward.
Property Status: Active What can you say that hasn't been said about this spectacular house for rent. 2 bedrooms. 2 Bathrooms. Fenced yard for entertaining. Kitchen and 1st floor bathroom recently upgraded. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Copyright © 2026 Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 509 1/2 N Railroad St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | 6th Ward |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 18102 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in 6th Ward
2-bedroom apartments at 509 1/2 N Railroad St cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Allentown.
Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
6th Ward
Allentown
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,621 |
| March 2024 | $1,560 |
| April 2024 | $1,823 |
| May 2024 | $1,701 |
| June 2024 | $1,728 |
| July 2024 | $1,674 |
| August 2024 | $1,711 |
| September 2024 | $1,670 |
| October 2024 | $1,700 |
| November 2024 | $1,719 |
| December 2024 | $1,785 |
| January 2025 | $1,812 |
| February 2025 | $1,740 |
| March 2025 | $1,672 |
| April 2025 | $1,593 |
| May 2025 | $1,607 |
| June 2025 | $1,591 |
| July 2025 | $1,578 |
| August 2025 | $1,603 |
| September 2025 | $1,691 |
| October 2025 | $1,672 |
| November 2025 | $1,605 |
| December 2025 | $1,598 |
| January 2026 | $1,600 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,350 |
| June 2024 | $1,350 |
| May 2025 | $1,375 |
| June 2025 | $1,500 |
| July 2025 | $1,765 |
| August 2025 | $1,585 |
| September 2025 | $1,842 |
| October 2025 | $1,995 |
| November 2025 | $1,995 |
| December 2025 | $1,995 |
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Schools near 509 1/2 N Railroad St
Sheridan Elementary School
521 n 2nd st
allentown, PA, 18102
1-5Public
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Getting around Allentown near 509 1/2 N Railroad St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 509 1/2 N Railroad St, Allentown
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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