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542 N New St, Allentown, PA 18102, USA|Allentown City Historic District
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Amenities for 542 N New St, Allentown City Historic District
Features
| Balcony | Den |
| Natural Gas | Three Floors |
Community
| Laundry Room | Onsite Laundry |
| Roof Type: Fiberglass |
Other
| Architecture Style: Colonial | Eight Rooms |
| Other Heating | Roof Type: Asphalt |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 542 N New St
Property Status: Active Welcome to 542 N. New Street, Allentown! This well-maintained home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a finished attic bonus room that is ideal for a home office, playroom, or additional living space. One of the bedrooms features access to a private balcony with stairs leading to the street. Recent updates include fresh interior paint, new flooring throughout the first floor, several new windows, a new front entry door, and a new side and back roof.. The convenient first-floor laundry room adds to the home's functionality. Enjoy the convenience of ample off-street parking, providing plenty of space for multiple vehicles. The home is equipped with economical natural gas heat and electric hot water. For added peace of mind, the property will be conveyed with a clear Certificate of Occupancy (CO) from the City of Allentown, making it move-in ready for its new owners. The landlord requires a Criminal background check for each person over 18. We require credit reports with credit scores, Photo ID, proof of income and assets, and complete, legible "PAR" applications for each person over 18. Owners require tenant/renter's liability insurance upon lease signing. First-month rent and 2 months' security deposit are required at lease signing. NO PETS, NO SMOKERS. No more than 4people. Per Broker policy, all transactional checks must be cashier's or bank checks only; no personal checks will be accepted. PROPERTY ALSO FOR SALE MLS# 780644 Office Phone: (610) 216-5163 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 542 N New St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.9 miles away
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.7 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Allentown City Historic District |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 18102 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Allentown City Historic District
3-bedroom apartments at 542 N New St cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Allentown.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Allentown City Historic District
Allentown
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,995 |
| November 2024 | $1,996 |
| December 2024 | $1,997 |
| January 2025 | $2,000 |
| February 2025 | $1,960 |
| March 2025 | $2,118 |
| April 2025 | $2,187 |
| May 2025 | $2,063 |
| June 2025 | $2,096 |
| July 2025 | $2,200 |
| August 2025 | $2,321 |
| September 2025 | $2,279 |
| October 2025 | $2,271 |
| November 2025 | $2,125 |
| December 2025 | $2,093 |
| January 2026 | $1,993 |
| February 2026 | $1,995 |
| March 2026 | $1,850 |
| April 2026 | $1,881 |
| May 2026 | $1,981 |
| June 2026 | $1,998 |
| July 2026 | $2,000 |
| August 2026 | $2,000 |
| September 2026 | $1,975 |
| October 2026 | $1,972 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,750 |
| November 2024 | $1,750 |
| December 2024 | $1,737 |
| January 2025 | $1,693 |
| February 2025 | $1,675 |
| March 2025 | $1,517 |
| April 2025 | $1,687 |
| May 2025 | $1,637 |
| June 2025 | $1,608 |
| July 2025 | $1,650 |
| August 2025 | $1,760 |
| September 2025 | $1,770 |
| October 2025 | $1,697 |
| November 2025 | $1,658 |
| December 2025 | $1,565 |
| January 2026 | $1,621 |
| February 2026 | $1,565 |
| March 2026 | $1,555 |
| April 2026 | $1,630 |
| May 2026 | $1,682 |
| June 2026 | $1,700 |
| July 2026 | $1,668 |
| August 2026 | $1,678 |
| September 2026 | $1,637 |
| October 2026 | $1,600 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 542 N New St
Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays Elementary School
1227 w gordon st
allentown, PA, 18102
K-5Public
C-
Luis A. Ramos Elementary School
1430 west allen st
allentown, PA, 18102
K-5Public
C-
Jackson Early Childhood Center
517 n 15th st
allentown, PA, 18102
KPublic
B-
Veterans Memorial Elementary School
250 twin ponds rd
breinigsville, PA, 18031
K-5Public
A
Upper Perkiomen 4th & 5th Grade Center
510 jefferson st
east greenville, PA, 18041
4-5Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Allentown City Historic District | Allentown, PA
Getting around Allentown near 542 N New St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
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 542 N New St, Allentown
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Singh's Bar & Grill
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