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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • On-site laundry room
  • Pet friendly
  • Charming and spacious apartment
  • Beautiful balcony

Location

1701 W Congress St, Allentown, PA 18104, USA
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Management

Middlegate Properties, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 335-6287 ext. 1961

Property Overview

West End Apartments offers an overall Zumper rating of 8.8, indicating strong desirability for renters due to its competitive pricing and excellent amenities. Notable features include on-site laundry, off-street parking, and a charming balcony, enhancing the living experience. Its prime location provides convenient access to various points of interest, while the property's transparency and trustworthiness further bolster its appeal, particularly for pet owners with nearby pet services.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, West End Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, West End Apartments 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
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

West End Apartments - 1720/...2 bed1 bath980 sqft$1,595 /mo*No application fee* **Same day approval** 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 Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment located on the west end of Allentown. Tenants pay electric and the rest is paid by owner. Laundry room on premises and off street parking. Very nice 2nd floor apartment in well maintained complex. Our complex is pet friendly :)
West End Apartments - 1701/...2 bed2 bath950 sqft$1,795 /mo*NO APPLICATION FEE* **same day decision** 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 Spacious 2 bedroom 2 full bath apartment located on the west end of Allentown. Tenants pay electric and the rest is paid by owner. Laundry room on premises and off street parking. Very nice lower level apartment in well maintained complex. Our complex is pet friendly -- with a $250 non refundable pet fee

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Amenities for West End Apartments

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

Dog policy

Allowed 
Limit1

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$0
Building details

Property details

Units2
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HomeApartments in Allentown West End Apartments

*No application fee* **Same day approval** 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 Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment located on the west end of Allentown. Tenants pay electric and the rest is paid by owner. Laundry room on premises and off street parking. Very nice 2nd floor apartment in well maintained complex. Our complex is pet friendly :)


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, West End Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, West End Apartments 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 West End Apartments
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.
West End Apartments 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.
West End Apartments 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.
West End Apartments 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 West End Apartments 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.

West End Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 3 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 West End Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Allentown

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at West End Apartments to be 3% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Allentown.

Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Allentown
A table of studio rental data trends in Allentown
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,200
November 2023$1,189
December 2023$1,105
January 2024$969
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$991

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Can I afford to live at 1701 W Congress St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$67,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near West End Apartments

Muhlenberg Elementary School

740 n 21st st

allentown, PA, 18104

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 1701 W Congress St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1701 W Congress St, Allentown

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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