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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Lehigh Valley is $1,786 per month, a 1.9% increase from last years average of $1,753.

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

In Lehigh Valley, studios rent for $1,331 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,599 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,887 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,212 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 Westbrook Park ($1,398/month), Union Terrace ($1,410/month), and West End Allentown ($1,442/month), all below the citywide average of $1,786.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley are Villas at Trexler Park ($2,088/month), Downtown Easton ($2,090/month), and South Bethlehem ($2,580/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: April 07, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Lehigh Valley is $1,786, a 1.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,753.

Studio Apartments at $1,331 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 $1,599, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,887 offer 1,057 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,301 sq ft) for $2,212, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Lehigh Valley, PA

Last updated: April 07, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,786	941 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,331	513 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,599	770 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,887	1,057 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,212	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.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley?

Westbrook Park $1,398/month

Union Terrace $1,410/month

West End Allentown $1,442/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,786/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Lehigh Valley?

Villas at Trexler Park $2,088/month

Downtown Easton $2,090/month

South Bethlehem $2,580/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	$2,580
Downtown Easton	$2,090
Villas at Trexler Park	$2,088
Central Bethlehem	$1,804
Cata Penn	$1,754
Northeast Bethlehem	$1,735
Lehigh Parkway	$1,709
The Wards	$1,674
Old Fairgrounds	$1,639
Southwest Bethlehem	$1,638
South Side Allentown	$1,628
Rittersville	$1,628
Southside Easton	$1,596
West Park	$1,589
College Hill	$1,583
Washington Crossing	$1,562
Liberty Park	$1,507
West End Allentown	$1,442
Union Terrace	$1,410
Westbrook Park	$1,398

Lehigh Valley | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Cata Penn is 3% lower than in Central Bethlehem

$1,754

Cata Penn rent is 2% lower than Lehigh Valley average

Average Rent $1,754

$1,804

Central Bethlehem rent is 1% higher than Lehigh Valley average

Average Rent $1,804

How Lehigh Valley Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Lehigh Valley	$1,786
Philadelphia	$1,988
Pittsburgh	$1,786
Harrisburg	$1,407
Reading	$1,654
Allentown	$1,631
State College	$2,153
Mechanicsburg	$1,541
Bethlehem	$1,881
Chambersburg	$1,633
Camp Hill	$1,470
Easton, PA	$1,737

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.