Average Rent in 18102, Allentown, PA

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Current Versus Historical 18102, Allentown, PA Rents

18102 rentals average $1,100 for a studio rental to $2,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,600, or roughly $18 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $263 (33.87%) year-over-year from $775 to $1,038. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $4 (0.36%) year-over-year from $1,171 to $1,175. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $37 (2.51%) year-over-year from $1,458 to $1,495. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $25 (1.56%) year-over-year from $1,600 to $1,625. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $310 (16.40%) year-over-year from $1,890 to $2,200. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 8.12% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.70% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.13% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.94% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.02% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jul 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $44.00 $1,038 $775 (33.87%) $998 (4.01%)
1 BR $19.12 $1,175 $1,171 (0.36%) $1,069 (9.90%)
2 BR $19.33 $1,495 $1,458 (2.51%) $1,258 (18.81%)
3 BR $18.56 $1,625 $1,600 (1.56%) $1,540 (5.52%)
4+ BR $16.00 $2,200 $1,890 (16.40%) $1,715 (28.28%)

Historical Rents in 18102, Allentown, PA

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Top Cities Near 18102

There are a total of 2 cities nearby 18102. The average rent in 18102 is currently $1,825 per month. Our records show that Allentown, PA, with an average rent of $1,700, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 18102, Allentown, PA is Bethlehem, PA. Monthly rents here are on average $1,950 per month.

Let's compare 18102, Allentown, PA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 18102, Allentown, PA is 50.00% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 8.58% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 18102, Allentown, PA are about 16.58% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 24.85% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near 18102, Allentown, PA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Allentown, PA $1,100 $1,195 $1,600 $1,700
Bethlehem, PA N/A $1,400 $1,898 $1,950

Top Neighborhoods Near 18102



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Top Counties Near 18102

There are a total of 3 counties located by 18102, Allentown, PA. Some of these counties include Allentown, PA, Bethlehem, PA, and Upper Macungie, PA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,895. That's roughly around $19 per sqft. The county that is the most affordable is Allentown, PA. Its average rent per month is $1,700. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,700, Upper Macungie, PA is the most expensive county by 18102, Allentown, PA.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 18102, Allentown, PA is 15.06% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 18102, Allentown, PA is 21.33% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Allentown, PA $1,100 $1,195 $1,600 $1,700
Bethlehem, PA N/A $1,375 $1,820 $1,895
Upper Macungie, PA N/A $1,725 $2,140 $2,700

Top Zipcodes Near 18102

There is one zipcode in or near 18102, Allentown, PA. The average rent for this zipcode is $2,100.

The following table includes the zipcode in or near 18102, Allentown, PA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
18018, Bethlehem, PA N/A $1,488 $2,120 $2,100

Frequently Asked Questions - 18102 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 18102, Allentown, PA?
The average monthly rental price for 18102, Allentown, PA apartments for rent is approximately $1,600. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 18102, Allentown, PA rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 18102, Allentown, PA.
How much is a studio apartment in 18102, Allentown, PA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,100 and an average price per square feet of $44.00. There are a total of 6 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 18102.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 18102, Allentown, PA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,195 and an average price per square feet of $19.12. There are a total of 19 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 18102.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 18102, Allentown, PA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,500 and an average price per square feet of $19.33. There are a total of 26 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 18102.
How have rent prices in 18102, Allentown, PA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 18102, Allentown, PA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.34%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 18102, Allentown, PA?
A reasonable rent price in 18102, Allentown, PA is around $1,280/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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