River Pointe
1416 Livingston St,
Bethlehem, PA 18017
1-4 Beds | $1,644 - $2,374
Rental Market Trends in Bethlehem, PA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Bethlehem, PA is $1,686/month.
Rent in Bethlehem is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,686/month
Average Rent
723 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.5%
Change / Year
337
Available Apartments
Bethlehem rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Bethlehem average $1,534 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Bethlehem average $1,686 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Bethlehem average $1,924 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Bethlehem average $2,142 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Bethlehem, PA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.5%, which averages out to $43 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Bethlehem, PA
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
8%
$700 - $1,000/month
19%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
45%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
28%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bethlehem?
Based on current rent prices, Hellertown-Saucon Valley and Downtown Bethlehem" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bethlehem.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bethlehem?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Bethlehem and Hellertown-Saucon Valley" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bethlehem.
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Which Bethlehem neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Bethlehem with the most apartments available are Downtown Bethlehem and Hellertown-Saucon Valley" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bethlehem, PA?
Because the average rent in Bethlehem is $1,686, you’ll want to make about $5,620 per month or $67,440 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Bethlehem, PA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Bethlehem, PA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Bethlehem Area GuideStudio
$1,193/month
$1,464/month
One Bedroom
$1,851/month
$1,615/month
Two Bedroom
$2,137/month
$2,013/month
Three Bedroom
$2,076/month
$1,512/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Freemansburg
Avg Rent: $1,857/month
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Fountain Hill
Avg Rent: $1,186/month
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Hellertown
Avg Rent: $1,921/month
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Catasauqua
Avg Rent: $1,450/month
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Allentown
Avg Rent: $1,486/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Bethlehem?
The average rent in Bethlehem is $1,686 per month, which is 1.3% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Bethlehem?
The average rent for a house in Bethlehem, PA is $2,160 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Bethlehem?
Rents in Bethlehem, PA are increasing, with prices up 2.5% year-over-year and $43 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Bethlehem?
In Bethlehem, PA, 45% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.