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Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Allentown, PA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Allentown, PA rent slipped 5.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,595/month. Renters today are paying $100 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Allentown sits 16.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 219 total rentals available to renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Allentown rent for $1,000/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,295/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,600/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,000/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,100/month, showing the spread by bedroom count.
Neighborhood spotlight
Lehigh Parkway rents fell 40.4% year over year to $1,788/month across 14 rentals, a decline steeper than the citywide 5.9% drop. In contrast, Alton Park rents rose 7.0% to $2,000/month across 20 rentals.
Median rent
Median rent in Allentown
$1,595/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Allentown is $1,595 per month as of October 2026. This is 16% below the national average rent, or $305 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Allentown
219
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Allentown rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Allentown, PA
Average rent prices in Allentown have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Allentown, PA
Rent prices in Allentown vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Allentown is $1,450, whereas a house costs $2,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Allentown run $1,295 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,600.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,000 | 7% | No Change | |
1 bedroom | $1,295 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,600 |  5% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,999 | 1% | 13% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | No Change | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
1st Ward | $1,647 | |
6th Ward | $1,395 | |
Allentown City Historic District | $1,412 | |
Downtown Allentown | $1,472 | |
East Allentown | $1,699 | |
Jordan Creek | $1,372 | |
Mountainville | $1,700 | |
Old Fairgrounds Historic District | $1,270 | |
Rittersville | $1,410 | |
Walnut Street Historic District | $1,760 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,450 | 1% | 2% | |
Condos | $1,900 | 12% | 15% | |
Houses | $2,200 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,350 | 19% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,999
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
13%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
Allentown City Historic District
Average rent
$1,412
Downtown Allentown
Average rent
$1,472
1st Ward
Average rent
$1,647
Walnut Street Historic District
Average rent
$1,760
East Allentown
Average rent
$1,699
6th Ward
Average rent
$1,395
Old Fairgrounds Historic District
Average rent
$1,270
Rittersville
Average rent
$1,410
Mountainville
Average rent
$1,700
Jordan Creek
Average rent
$1,372
Apartments
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
15%
Houses
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
19%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Allentown, PA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Allentown, PA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Allentown and Bethlehem by all bedroom counts and property types.
Allentown
16%lower than the national median
5%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Allentown, PA is 11% lower than the median rent in Bethlehem, PA.
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25%Cost of living in Allentown, PA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 1% lower |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 16% lower |
| Housing | 8% higher |
| Transportation | 5% higher |
| Utilities | 5% higher |
Discover rentals in Allentown, PA
16h ago
101 Chew St, Allentown, PA 18102
1–4 beds
1 bath
$1,050–$1,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
501 W Allen St, Allentown, PA 18102
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
325 N 8th St, Allentown, PA 18102
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
34 S Penn St, Allentown, PA 18102
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Allentown
1635 E Emmaus Ave, Allentown, PA 18103
4 beds
3 baths
$3,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Allentown
301 Redclover Ln, Allentown, PA 18104
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
17h ago
Townhouse for rent in Allentown
4506 Bellflower Way, Allentown, PA 18104
3 beds
4 baths
$3,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 9
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Allentown
516 Gray Feather Way, Allentown, PA 18104
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
Verified
201 N 3rd St, Allentown, PA 18102
2 beds
2 baths
$1,980–$2,574
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available May 9
1d ago
2415 Allenbrook Dr, Allentown, PA 18103
1 bed
1 bath
$1,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
1010 S Armour St, Allentown, PA 18103
1 bed
1 bath
$1,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
1600 Lehigh Pkwy E, Allentown, PA 18103
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,524–$2,277
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
1d ago
Verified
201 N 3rd St, Allentown, PA 18102
2 beds
2 baths
$1,980–$2,574
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available May 9
5d+ ago
624 Park St, Allentown, PA 18102
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
818 W Hamilton St, Allentown, PA 18101
1 bed
1 bath
$1,575–$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
626 N Maxwell St, Allentown, PA 18109
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
201 N 3rd St, Allentown, PA 18102
2 beds
2 baths
$1,980–$2,574
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available May 9
9h ago
Apartment for rent in Allentown
136 S 5th St #1, Allentown, PA 18101
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
10h ago
1517 W Turner St, Allentown, PA 18102
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
10h ago
Apartment for rent in Allentown
1008 S 7th St #NA, Allentown, PA 18103
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 9
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Frequently asked questions for Allentown, PA
Quick answers to common questions about the Allentown rental market.
How much is rent in Allentown?
The average rent in Allentown is $1,595 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Allentown?
Average rent prices in Allentown have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Allentown rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Allentown is 16% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $305 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Allentown?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Allentown are Old Fairgrounds Historic District ($1,270/mo), Jordan Creek ($1,372/mo), and 6th Ward ($1,395/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Allentown?
To comfortably afford rent in Allentown, you'd need to earn approximately $64,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Allentown?
Winter months offer the best rental deals in Allentown, with November and December being the least competitive periods. April sees the lowest rents while September has the highest, with roughly a 10% difference between peak and low seasons.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).