Downtown Allentown, Downtown Allentown PA — neighborhood review

Downtown Allentown, PA

Downtown Allentown · PA 18101

Updated July 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$280K

Median Price

84/100

Walk Score

6.2/10

Schools

79 min

to Philadelphia, PA

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
62/100
FQuietness
30/100
FCommute
35/100
B+Walkability
84/100
WYLT Score55/100

Our Take

Downtown Allentown is a very walkable neighborhood with a mix of old and new buildings, offering a unique blend of urban living and small-town charm. While it has its pros, such as a low flood risk and some bike infrastructure, it also has some drawbacks, including limited information on schools and demographics. Overall, it's a solid choice for those who value walkability and a downtown lifestyle.

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The Good

  • Very walkable neighborhood
  • Low flood risk
  • Some bike infrastructure
  • Unique blend of old and new buildings

Real Talk

  • !Limited information on schools and demographics
  • !May not be suitable for families with young children
  • !Some areas may be noisy
  • !Limited parking options
  • $Parking fees
  • $Potential for increased property taxes
  • $Higher cost of living compared to surrounding areas

Best For

Young professionalsCouplesUrban enthusiastsRemote workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Downtown Allentown, PA

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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