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761 S 8th St, Allentown, PA 18103, USA
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Forefront Property Management

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(484) 222-0688

Property Overview

761-765 S 8th Street offers strong value with an 8.6 Zumper expert rating, excellent price, amenities, and location scores, plus a high trustworthiness rating. Its well-designed layout, 25 photos, and placement in the 90th percentile for value for money add appeal, along with convenient access to nearby top-rated schools.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 761-765 S 8th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 761-765 S 8th 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1.5 bath$1,295 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to this beautifully laid-out 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located on the second floor. Designed with functionality and comfort in mind, this unit offers an exceptional layout that maximizes every square foot of living space. Apartment Highlights:Sun-Drenched Spaces: Large windows flood the apartment with fantastic natural light all day long, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Smart Layout: A thoughtful floor plan seamlessly connects the living area and kitchen, offering great flow for daily living and entertaining. Quiet Second-Floor Retreat: Enjoy the privacy and peace of being on the second floor, away from street-level traffic. Comfortable Bedroom: A well-proportioned bedroom with ample closet space and great natural light. Perfect for professionals, couples, or anyone looking for a bright, well-designed space to call home. Schedule a viewing today to see this sun-filled gem in person! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Subsidized Housing/ Section 8 applicants welcome Important Information: Forefront Property Management will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, or PayPal. We do not have any of our properties on Facebook or Instagram. If you receive any suspicious requests, please contact us directly at 484-222-0688.
2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath$1,450 /mo1 unit availableSpacious and freshly painted 1st floor 2-bedroom apartment featuring a well-designed layout! Subsidized Housing/ Section 8 applicants welcome. Water, Sewer and Trash is included. Important Information: Forefront Property Management will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, or PayPal. We do not have any of our properties on Facebook or Instagram. If you receive any suspicious requests, please contact us directly at 484-222-0688.

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Amenities for 761-765 S 8th Street

Apartment Amenities

Trash

Appliances

Electric Oven/RangeRefrigerator

Building

Water/Sewer

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Snow & Ice RemovalWater, Sewer & Trash

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Lawn/Shrubbery Care
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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HomeApartments in Allentown 761-765 S 8th Street

Welcome home to this beautifully laid-out 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located on the second floor. Designed with functionality and comfort in mind, this unit offers an exceptional layout that maximizes every square foot of living space. Apartment Highlights:Sun-Drenched Spaces: Large windows flood the apartment with fantastic natural light all day long, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Smart Layout: A thoughtful floor plan seamlessly connects the living area and kitchen, offering great flow for daily living and entertaining. Quiet Second-Floor Retreat: Enjoy the privacy and peace of being on the second floor, away from street-level traffic. Comfortable Bedroom: A well-proportioned bedroom with ample closet space and great natural light. Perfect for professionals, couples, or anyone looking for a bright, well-designed space to call home. Schedule a viewing today to see this sun-filled gem in person! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Subsidized Housing/ Section 8 applicants welcome Important Information: Forefront Property Management will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, or PayPal. We do not have any of our properties on Facebook or Instagram. If you receive any suspicious requests, please contact us directly at 484-222-0688.


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, 761-765 S 8th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 761-765 S 8th 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 761-765 S 8th 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.
761-765 S 8th 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·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.
761-765 S 8th Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn/shrubbery care. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 761-765 S 8th Street 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.
761-765 S 8th 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·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 761-765 S 8th Street 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 761-765 S 8th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Allentown

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 0% lower than 1-bedrooms in Allentown.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 761-765 S 8th Street to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Allentown.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Allentown
A table of studio rental data trends in Allentown
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,337
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$1,023
February 2026$1,059
March 2026$1,090
April 2026$1,137
May 2026$1,251
June 2026$1,228
July 2026$1,107
August 2026$1,050
September 2026$1,075

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$51,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,295.
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Schools near 761-765 S 8th Street

Jefferson Elementary School

750 saint john st

allentown, PA, 18103

K-5Public
C-

Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays Elementary School

1227 w gordon 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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Getting around Allentown near 761 S 8th St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 761 S 8th St, Allentown

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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