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Highlights

  • Refrigerator
  • Electric stove/oven
  • Expansive living room
  • Cozy bedroom space
  • Well-sized kitchen
  • Detached garage

Location

518 W Tilghman St, Allentown, PA 18102, USA|Old Fairgrounds Historic District
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Management

The Real Estate Firm Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(484) 547-0611

Property Overview

518 W Tilghman Street receives a favorable Zumper Expert Rating, indicating strong market value. The property features distinct advantages such as a prime location and modern amenities. Additionally, it includes remarkable attributes that enhance its overall appeal as a desirable living option, making it noteworthy for prospective renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 518 W Tilghman Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 518 W Tilghman Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath385 sqft$895 /mo1 unit availableDiscover this beautiful and spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in the heart of Allentown! Perfectly designed for comfort and convenience, this unit offers an expansive living room, well-sized kitchen, and cozy bedroom space. The apartment comes fully equipped with essential appliances including an electric stove/oven and refrigerator. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of an extra detached garage, available for just $100/month! Tenants are responsible for all utilities. All appliances 18 & over must apply & complete a credit, background, & eviction check. First month's rent, one security deposit, & $197 admin fee are due within 48 hours of signing lease.

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OvenRefrigerator
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About 518 W Tilghman Street

HomeApartments in AllentownOld Fairgrounds Historic District 518 W Tilghman Street

Discover this beautiful and spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in the heart of Allentown! Perfectly designed for comfort and convenience, this unit offers an expansive living room, well-sized kitchen, and cozy bedroom space. The apartment comes fully equipped with essential appliances including an electric stove/oven and refrigerator. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of an extra detached garage, available for just $100/month! Tenants are responsible for all utilities. All appliances 18 & over must apply & complete a credit, background, & eviction check. First month's rent, one security deposit, & $197 admin fee are due within 48 hours of signing lease.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 518 W Tilghman Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 518 W Tilghman Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 518 W Tilghman Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
518 W Tilghman Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 518 W Tilghman Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
518 W Tilghman Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 518 W Tilghman Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
518 W Tilghman Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 518 W Tilghman Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
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Rent trends in Old Fairgrounds Historic District

1-bedroom apartments at 518 W Tilghman Street cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Old Fairgrounds Historic District.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Old Fairgrounds Historic District
Allentown
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Allentown
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,299
December 2023$1,279
January 2024$1,250
February 2024$1,200
March 2024$1,198
April 2024$1,239
May 2024$1,225
June 2024$1,160
July 2024$1,185
August 2024$1,272
September 2024$1,256
October 2024$1,261
November 2024$1,345
December 2024$1,350
January 2025$1,300
February 2025$1,298
March 2025$1,313
April 2025$1,275
May 2025$1,310
June 2025$1,300
July 2025$1,265
August 2025$1,253
September 2025$1,309
October 2025$1,326
November 2025$1,298
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Old Fairgrounds Historic District
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$960
March 2024$939
April 2024$950
June 2024$1,125
July 2024$1,109
January 2025$1,050

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 518 W Tilghman St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $895.
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Getting around Allentown near 518 W Tilghman St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 518 W Tilghman St, Allentown

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 518 W Tilghman St

Jong's Market
439 W Liberty St
CTown Supermarkets
702 N 4th St
CTown Supermarkets
401 W Tilghman St
Tilghman Food Corp
401 W Tilghman St
Little Apple Market
630 N 7th St

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