What is the average apartment size in Lehigh Valley?

The average size for a Lehigh Valley, PA apartment is 941 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Lehigh Valley?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Lehigh Valley is $1,794 per month, a 4.08% increase from last year’s average of $1,724.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Lehigh Valley?

In Lehigh Valley, studios rent for $1,400 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,612 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,894 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,141 per month

What is the average apartment size in Lehigh Valley?

The typical apartment in Lehigh Valley offers about 941 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Lehigh Valley?

Studio apartments in Lehigh Valley average 513 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 770 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,057 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,301 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley include Union Terrace ($1,500/month), West End Allentown ($1,504/month), and Washington Crossing ($1,602/month), all below the citywide average of $1,794.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley are Cata Penn ($1,794/month), Downtown Easton ($2,061/month), and South Bethlehem ($2,600/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Lehigh Valley, PA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Lehigh Valley?

The typical rent budget in Lehigh Valley ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 47% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Lehigh Valley?

In Lehigh Valley, 31% of households rent while 69% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Lehigh Valley is $1,794, a 4.08% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,724.

Studio Apartments at $1,400 offer the most budget-friendly option with 513 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 770 square feet for $1,612, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,894 offer 1,057 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,301 sq ft) for $2,141, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Lehigh Valley, PA

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,794	941 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,400	513 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,612	770 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,894	1,057 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,141	1,301 sq. ft.

Lehigh Valley, PA rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Lehigh Valley, PA?

The largest share of rentals in Lehigh Valley, PA (47%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Lehigh Valley, PA?

90,959 or 31% of the households in Lehigh Valley, PA are renter-occupied while 202,100 or 69% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley?

Union Terrace $1,500/month

West End Allentown $1,504/month

Washington Crossing $1,602/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,794/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley?

Cata Penn $1,794/month

Downtown Easton $2,061/month

South Bethlehem $2,600/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Lehigh Valley, PA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
South Bethlehem	$2,600
Downtown Easton	$2,061
Cata Penn	$1,794
Lehigh Parkway	$1,760
Southwest Bethlehem	$1,711
Central Bethlehem	$1,709
Northeast Bethlehem	$1,703
Old Fairgrounds	$1,657
South Side Allentown	$1,617
West Park	$1,614
Washington Crossing	$1,602
West End Allentown	$1,504
Union Terrace	$1,500

Lehigh Valley | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Cata Penn is 5% higher than in Central Bethlehem

$1,794

Cata Penn rent is 1% lower than Lehigh Valley average

Average Rent $1,794

$1,709

Central Bethlehem rent is 5% lower than Lehigh Valley average

Average Rent $1,709

How Lehigh Valley Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Lehigh Valley	$1,794
Philadelphia	$1,973
Pittsburgh	$1,796
Harrisburg	$1,392
Reading	$1,677
State College	$2,088
Allentown	$1,658
York	$1,508
Bethlehem	$1,869
Lancaster	$1,716
Mechanicsburg	$1,523
Easton, PA	$1,712

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Lehigh Valley apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.