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Highlights

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

Location

36 S 5th St, Allentown, PA 18101, USA|Downtown Allentown
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Management

Empire Property Management

Leasing office

(484) 240-7107

Property Overview

5th 36 S offers an impressive overall experience with a Zumper expert rating of 8/10, reflecting its strong market position. The property features a prime location, exceptional amenities, and competitive pricing, making it a standout choice for renters. With easy access to transportation and top-rated schools nearby, along with added conveniences like lawn and snow removal, it presents an advantageous living situation.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 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 Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath240+ sqft$875 /mo2 units availableThis first floor studio apartment in Allentown features new flooring throughout the unit. Within walking distance to public transportation, restaurants, and night life. Tenant pays water, sewer, trash, electric and gas (cooking). The landlord is responsible for lawn care and snow removal. Included Appliances: Electric Oven/Range and Refrigerator. Pets are always considered. We proudly accept Section 8 vouchers and other housing assistance. To schedule a showing please visit: https 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

Appliances

Electric Oven/RangeRefrigerator

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Snow & Ice RemovalWater, Sewer & Trash
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Applicants

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 5th 36 S

HomeApartments in AllentownDowntown Allentown 5th 36 S

This first floor studio apartment in Allentown features new flooring throughout the unit. Within walking distance to public transportation, restaurants, and night life. Tenant pays water, sewer, trash, electric and gas (cooking). The landlord is responsible for lawn care and snow removal. Included Appliances: Electric Oven/Range and Refrigerator. Pets are always considered. We proudly accept Section 8 vouchers and other housing assistance. To schedule a showing please visit: https 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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 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 Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5th 36 S
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 5th 36 S is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Downtown Allentown. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.

5th 36 S is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 19 parks within a mile

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

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 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

studio apartments at 5th 36 S cost about 35% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Downtown Allentown.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Downtown Allentown
Allentown
A table of studio rental data trends in Allentown
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,181
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$1,023
February 2026$1,050
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
February 2026$1,340

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $875.
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Schools near 5th 36 S

Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays Elementary School

1227 w gordon st

allentown, PA, 18102

K-5Public
C-

Roosevelt Elementary School

210 w susquehanna st

allentown, PA, 18103

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 36 S 5th St

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 S 5th St, 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

Explore the area around 36 S 5th St

Central City Market
405 W Linden St
Happy Dairy Market
201 N 6th St
El Mercadito
142 N 7th St
Deyanira Food MKT Number Two
249 N 7th St
El Father Deli Grocery LLC
906 W Walnut St

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