Lehighton, PA

9 Apartments for Rent

Despite its small size, Lehighton, Pennsylvania, has provided a home to some notable people. This includes professional skateboarder Kerry Getz, professional football player Robbie Frey, and artist Franz Kline.

Lehighton is a small community in Carbon County. Its 1.8 square miles of land provides a home to about 5500 residents, according to the 2010 Census. Though it is small in land area, Lehighton is the most populated community in all of Carbon County. It's also a business hub in this neck of the woods. Lehighton is not at all a big-city destination, though residents find plenty of things to do and more than enough reasons to continue calling Lehighton home. For city fun, Philadelphia is a little less than 90 miles away and Allentown is just a 26-mile drive from town.

Moving to Lehighton

Landlords in this neck of the woods expect the same things as those in any other part of the country: payment when the first of the month comes around. Demonstrate that you're a good risk by showing up with proof of income and references, and make sure your credit report is as clear as possible. If you haven't always been a quick payer, have a co-signer at the ready.

Be upfront with landlords about your pets, if you have any. Smuggling Fang or Fido in just may be cause for eviction. Don't worry, though. Many landlords welcome pets as long as you agree to pay a pet deposit to cover potential damages. It's a small price to pay to avoid constantly hiding man's best friend from the maintenance man.

Neighborhoods in Lehighton

As you might expect with a community so small, Lehighton doesn't have a lot of neighborhoods from which to choose, but it does has three defined neighborhoods for you to review and compare. However, all of the neighborhoods in town have a similar level of walkability. Lehighton has a Walk Score of 66, which is good news for those who prefer to keep their feet planted on solid ground. It means you can get some things done just by putting one foot in front of the other. However, to take full advantage of Lehighton and the surrounding areas, it is helpful to have a car.

Packerton / Packerton Junction: If you're looking for rental homes in Lehighton, this is a good place to search. You won't find a lot of apartment homes here, but you will find rental houses and mobile homes. Rents are close to 60 percent higher here than in other Pennsylvania communities. After you unpack? Head over to Verona Pizza House for dinner or Dunkin' Donuts for breakfast.

Parryville / Weissport: This part of town offers rental apartments for significantly less than average for the state. Vacancy rates tend to hover around the 8 percent mark, which means finding an apartment for rent probably won't be a cake walk, but it shouldn't be unreasonably difficult either. Apartments aren't the main type of rental here. Still, you can find apartments if you are willing to put a bit of extra effort into your hunt. Check out the Boat Yard for drinks and Trainer's Inn for eats in this part of town.

Borough Center: Average rents tend to be low here, but then, so are the vacancy rates. If you want to live here, start looking early. As with other parts of Lehighton, you're unlikely to find a lot of apartments for rent. Homes and townhouses take the spotlight here. Still, if you're willing to dig a little, you can find everything from studio apartments to three and four bedroom serviced apartments. If you decide to live here, you'll have a nearby Wal-Mart for errands, a Giant Store for groceries, and a J D Citro's for drinks on Friday night.

Nearby Apartment Communities

Sand Spring Apartments: Located on Sand Spring Road, Sand Spring Apartments features one and two bedroom apartments. Each apt for rent has a balcony or patio and a dishwasher. Tennis and basketball courts round out the amenities.

Residences at Willow Ridge: This apartment community at 419 Harrison Court features one and two bedroom apartments with a variety of floor plans. Units also feature air conditioning, fireplaces, balconies and garden tubs. There's a swimming pool and fitness center on the premises.

Living in Lehighton

Every community has something fun to do, and Lehighton is no exception. Outdoor pursuits are among the favorites for Lehighton residents, and when the weather is fine, you'll see your neighbors at Bear Memorial Pool or Beltzville State Park. If a rainy day keeps the outdoor fun away, you might just catch up with your neighbors at the Lehighton Recreational Center.

If museums are more your thing, you'll find a few of them here. The Asa Packer Museum and the Old Jail Museum will be just a short drive away from your new home. If you like a good flick just as much as you enjoy a stroll around a museum, head to the Mahoning Valley Cinema. You'll find several movies to choose from every day of the week.