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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Linen closet
  • Parking on site
  • Large spacious apartment
  • Lots of storage space
  • Kitchen cabinets

Location

501 East Walnut Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania 18109, United States|Rittersville
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Management

Middlegate Properties, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 334-2722 ext. 3194

Property Overview

East Walnut Commons receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.9, supported by exceptional scores in price and amenities, both at 10 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing and high-quality features like spacious apartments and ample storage. The location is rated 9 out of 10, providing easy access to schools and transportation, while quality and trustworthiness ratings of 7 indicate reliability and transparency in its offerings.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, East Walnut Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, East Walnut Commons 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
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

East Walnut Commons - 12 bed2 bath850 sqft$1,750 /mo**NO APPLICATION FEE** *Same day decision process* Qualifications: - Income must be 2.5 times the rent - Credit 570-600 -1.5 month deposit Credit 600 -700 - 1 month deposit Credit 700+ - 1/2 month deposit 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment is a perfect spot for you to make home! Large master bedroom has full bathroom and large walk-in closet. Lots of storage space as well as a linen closet. Beautiful renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Separate dinette area. Open layout. On-site Parking! Quality living for your family! Schedule your viewing today!

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Amenities for East Walnut Commons

Apartment Amenities

Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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About East Walnut Commons

HomeApartments in Allentown East Walnut Commons

**NO APPLICATION FEE** *Same day decision process* Qualifications: - Income must be 2.5 times the rent - Credit 570-600 -1.5 month deposit Credit 600 -700 - 1 month deposit Credit 700+ - 1/2 month deposit 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment is a perfect spot for you to make home! Large master bedroom has full bathroom and large walk-in closet. Lots of storage space as well as a linen closet. Beautiful renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Separate dinette area. Open layout. On-site Parking! Quality living for your family! Schedule your viewing today!


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, East Walnut Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, East Walnut Commons 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 East Walnut Commons
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.
East Walnut Commons 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·10A 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.
East Walnut Commons stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
East Walnut Commons 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 East Walnut Commons 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.
East Walnut Commons 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 East Walnut Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Rittersville

2-bedroom apartments at East Walnut Commons cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Rittersville.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Rittersville
Allentown
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Allentown
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,750
January 2024$1,722
February 2024$1,621
March 2024$1,560
April 2024$1,823
May 2024$1,701
June 2024$1,728
July 2024$1,674
August 2024$1,711
September 2024$1,670
October 2024$1,700
November 2024$1,719
December 2024$1,785
January 2025$1,812
February 2025$1,740
March 2025$1,672
April 2025$1,593
May 2025$1,607
June 2025$1,591
July 2025$1,578
August 2025$1,603
September 2025$1,691
October 2025$1,672
November 2025$1,605
December 2025$1,597
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Rittersville
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,795
November 2024$1,350
June 2025$1,615
July 2025$1,635
August 2025$1,725
December 2025$1,750

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near East Walnut Commons

Mosser Elementary School

129 s dauphin st

allentown, PA, 18109

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

Rittersville | Allentown, PA

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

Getting around Allentown near 501 East Walnut Street

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 501 East Walnut Street, Allentown

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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