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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Lawn/snow removal
  • Appliances: electric oven/range, refrigerator
  • Easy access

Location

36 South 5th Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania 18101, United States|Downtown Allentown
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Management

Empire Property Management

Leasing office

(484) 240-7107

Property Overview

This property at 5th 36 S offers a prime location with excellent amenities, earning a high Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6 out of 10. With a competitive price rating of 10 and amenities rating of 9, it provides a strong balance of value, while also receiving an impressive location rating of 9, ensuring easy access to transportation and schools. The property enjoys commendable trustworthiness, reflected in its detailed description, along with a favorable position in the 85.71 percentile for value compared to nearby options.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5th 36 S is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5th 36 S 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath260 sqft$1,050 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to our pet-friendly home for rent in Allentown, PA! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is the perfect space for those seeking a comfortable and convenient living experience. Located in a prime location, you'll have easy access to all that Allentown has to offer. Landlord handles Lawn/Snow Removal Tenant responsible for all utilities Included Appliances: Electric Oven/Range and Refrigerator. Pets are considered on a case by case basis with an additional fee. TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING, Follow This Link: www wegrowempires com schedule-a-showing PLEASE NOTE: Empire will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp or PayPal. Payments will only be made via your Appfolio tenant portal OR can be brought to our office location. We DO NOT accept cash payments! If you believe you are being contacted by someone other than an Empire Representative regarding an application or approval, please call us directly at 610-333-4250 or stop by our office to verify.

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Amenities for 5th 36 S

Apartment Amenities

One Bedroom

Appliances

OvenOven/Range
RangeRefrigerator

Grounds

Outdoor Space
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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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Units9
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About 5th 36 S

HomeApartments in AllentownDowntown Allentown 5th 36 S

Welcome to our pet-friendly home for rent in Allentown, PA! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is the perfect space for those seeking a comfortable and convenient living experience. Located in a prime location, you'll have easy access to all that Allentown has to offer. Landlord handles Lawn/Snow Removal Tenant responsible for all utilities Included Appliances: Electric Oven/Range and Refrigerator. Pets are considered on a case by case basis with an additional fee. TO SCHEDULE A SHOWING, Follow This Link: www wegrowempires com schedule-a-showing PLEASE NOTE: Empire will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp or PayPal. Payments will only be made via your Appfolio tenant portal OR can be brought to our office location. We DO NOT accept cash payments! If you believe you are being contacted by someone other than an Empire Representative regarding an application or approval, please call us directly at 610-333-4250 or stop by our office to verify.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5th 36 S is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5th 36 S 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 5th 36 S
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.
5th 36 S 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·9A 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.
5th 36 S goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including outdoor space. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5th 36 S receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5th 36 S 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·6A 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 5th 36 S does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 5th 36 S compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Downtown Allentown

1-bedroom apartments at 5th 36 S cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Allentown.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Downtown Allentown
Allentown
A table of studio rental data trends in Allentown
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,000
March 2024$1,140
April 2024$1,232
May 2024$1,100
June 2024$970
July 2024$1,169
August 2024$1,321
September 2024$1,331
October 2024$1,300
November 2024$1,367
December 2024$1,395
January 2025$1,374
February 2025$1,340
March 2025$1,359
April 2025$1,184
May 2025$1,184
June 2025$1,262
July 2025$1,456
August 2025$1,210
September 2025$1,122
October 2025$996
November 2025$1,000
December 2025$1,132
January 2026$1,000
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Allentown
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,448
December 2024$1,408
January 2025$1,395
February 2025$1,395
August 2025$1,450
September 2025$1,450

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$42,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 5th 36 S

Roosevelt Elementary School

210 w susquehanna st

allentown, PA, 18103

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Getting around Allentown near 36 South 5th Street

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

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 36 South 5th Street, Allentown

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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