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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • New kitchen and bathroom
  • Gas cooking, hot water

Location

221 N Penn St, Allentown, PA 18102, USA
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Management

Prospect Property Management & Maintenance LLC

Leasing office

(484) 861-3148

Property Overview

221 N Penn St receives an overall expert rating of 8.4 out of 10, highlighting its strong value proposition with a perfect price rating of 10 and an amenities rating of 8. The property benefits from a prime location, rated 9 out of 10, ensuring convenience to essential services and schools, while also demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness with an 8 out of 10 rating. Additionally, it is recognized for its pet-friendly features, supported by nearby pet supply stores.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 221 N Penn St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 221 N Penn St 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
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath603 sqft$1,000 /mo1 unit availableThis first floor 1 bed, 1 bath apartment has gotten a facelift. The kitchen and bathroom are new and you'll be the first to enjoy. We've given the living are and bedroom a new warm color for comfort and relaxation. There is a bonus enclosed porch/storage area. It does not have any heating or cooling. There is a separate entrance to this space. The main entrance has it's own little porch that goes in to the living room. There is a small shared fenced in yard for any fur baby you bring. Pets are welcome, there is a one time fee of $350 & then $30/month pet rent. There is no parking here. The closet parking is Chew, 4th, 5th, or Turner Heating is electric baseboard heat. Cooking and Hot Water is Gas. No utilities are included. Water & Sewer are billed back every 3 months via Ratio billing. Trash is an additional $50/month. Renter's insurance/Landlord Liability Protection Insurance is required and if not provided, will be charged back to you through rent. Combined household income (before taxes are taken out) must be 3x the monthly rent to qualify. Anyone 18 years or older needs to apply. Managed By Prospect Property Management, please visit www prospectpmm com for details and an application! Important Information: Prospect Property Management and Maintenance will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp, or PayPal. We do not accept cash payments. If you receive any suspicious requests, please contact us directly at 484-861-3148 to confirm the legitimacy of the communication. Security deposit is based upon background check Subsidized Housing/Section 8 Applicants applicants welcome- but rent price will be different due to what Section 8 allows for utility reimbursement If you are seeing this on Apartments.com, please check our website to see if this is still available.

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Amenities for 221 N Penn St

Appliances

Gas Oven/RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Snow & Ice Removal
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

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About 221 N Penn St

HomeApartments in Allentown 221 N Penn St

This first floor 1 bed, 1 bath apartment has gotten a facelift. The kitchen and bathroom are new and you'll be the first to enjoy. We've given the living are and bedroom a new warm color for comfort and relaxation. There is a bonus enclosed porch/storage area. It does not have any heating or cooling. There is a separate entrance to this space. The main entrance has it's own little porch that goes in to the living room. There is a small shared fenced in yard for any fur baby you bring. Pets are welcome, there is a one time fee of $350 & then $30/month pet rent. There is no parking here. The closet parking is Chew, 4th, 5th, or Turner Heating is electric baseboard heat. Cooking and Hot Water is Gas. No utilities are included. Water & Sewer are billed back every 3 months via Ratio billing. Trash is an additional $50/month. Renter's insurance/Landlord Liability Protection Insurance is required and if not provided, will be charged back to you through rent. Combined household income (before taxes are taken out) must be 3x the monthly rent to qualify. Anyone 18 years or older needs to apply. Managed By Prospect Property Management, please visit www prospectpmm com for details and an application! Important Information: Prospect Property Management and Maintenance will NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, CashApp, or PayPal. We do not accept cash payments. If you receive any suspicious requests, please contact us directly at 484-861-3148 to confirm the legitimacy of the communication. Security deposit is based upon background check Subsidized Housing/Section 8 Applicants applicants welcome- but rent price will be different due to what Section 8 allows for utility reimbursement If you are seeing this on Apartments.com, please check our website to see if this is still available.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 221 N Penn St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 221 N Penn St 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 221 N Penn St
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.
221 N Penn St 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, 221 N Penn St 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.
221 N Penn St 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 221 N Penn St 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.

221 N Penn St is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 221 N Penn St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 103 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Allentown

1-bedroom apartments at 221 N Penn St cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Allentown.

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
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

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near 221 N Penn St

Central Elementary School

829 w turner st

allentown, PA, 18102

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Allentown near 221 N Penn 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

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

Points of interest for 221 N Penn St, Allentown

Groceries

9/10
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 walking distance

Explore the area around 221 N Penn St

Central City Market
405 W Linden St
Vic's Market
348 N 4th St
Happy Dairy Market
201 N 6th St
Dominguez Food Market
517 W Gordon St
La Placita Supermarket
517 W Gordon St

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